Karen Shaw
Published on: Thursday, January 30, 2014
KAREN A. SHAW
MARYLAND, NY – Karen A. (Nichols) Shaw, 61, of Maryland, formerly of Sherburne, passed away Monday, January 27, 2014 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
She was born in Norwich on December 4, 1952, a daughter of the late Donald and Mable Angle Nichols. Growing up in Oxford, she was a graduate of the Oxford Academy in 1970 and attended the Utica School of Commerce. Following her school years, she had worked for several area companies, including Preston Manor, Champion Products, in Norwich, and Fox Hospital in Oneo..
Joanne M. (beeching) Gould
Published on: Thursday, January 30, 2014
JOANNE M. GOULD
RICHMOND, ME. – Joanne M. (Beeching) Gould, 69, of Richmond, Maine and formerly of New Berlin, New York, passed away on January 28, 2014 in Augusta, Maine.
Joanne was born in Oneonta, NY to Joseph and Hazel Beeching on March 20, 1944. She attended school at New Berlin Central. On June 16, 1962 she married her loving husband of 51 years, Raymond Gould. For many years she ran a home-based daycare, where she provided affectionate and dedicated care to generations of children who knew her as Nanny. She had a great love..
Ladis M. Seaman Stockton
Published on: Thursday, January 30, 2014
LADIS M. SEAMAN STOCKTON
Ladis M. Velez Seaman Stockton of Oxford, NY passed away unexpectedly at Lourdes Hospital on January 28, 2014 with her husband, son and daughter by her side. She was born in San German, Puerto Rico to Juan and Maria Velez Ortiz.
Ladis is survived by her husband Lee Stockton; daughter Ladis (Charles) Duncan of Solon; son Jim (Sandy) Seaman of Oxford; six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; sister Pury (Waldo) Tomosky of Vestal; and brother Benito (Iris) Velez of Puerto Rico; as well as several nieces an..
Mina Knapp
Published on: Tuesday, January 28, 2014
MINA KNAPP
NORWICH – Mina Knapp, 86, most recently of Norwich, passed away Thurs., Jan. 23, 2014, in the Valley View Manor Nursing Home.
A daughter of Frank Knapp and Leona Marvin Knapp Hollis, Mina was born in New Berlin in Aug. of 1927 and spent most of her years there. For a time, she resided in Rome, and then relocated to Norwich, where she worked for the CWS.
Mina is survived by her sisters and brothers: Jean Mayne of Norwich, Frances Ohl of Oxford, and Olive of Sidney; Robert Knapp and wife Eleanor of Sherburne, and Clare..
Donna Parks
Published on: Monday, January 27, 2014
DONNA E. PARKS
McDONOUGH – Donna E. Parks, 70, of McDonough, NY, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2014, at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City, NY.
Born in Ithaca, NY on October 2, 1943, Donna was a daughter of Howard and Doris Hinchey Henry. She was a member, past president, and past secretary of the G.M. Nightengale American Legion Post #1478 Auxiliary, McDonough and a member of the McDonough Fire Department Emergency Squad.
She is survived by her husband, Ronald Parks; her children, Robert (Loretta) Lilly of Blodgett Mills, ..
Marlene Walker
Published on: Monday, January 27, 2014
MARLENE WALKER
NORWICH – Marlene Frances Walker, 65, of Norwich, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2014, in the Valley View Manor Nursing Home of Norwich.
Born in Sidney in October of 1948, Marlene was a daughter of Julius and Ida Burton White. She grew up in Unadilla where she attended the local schools. After her school years, Marlene lived for a time in New Berlin, and was employed at that time by the local branch of Technical Appliance Corp. (TACO). She later relocated to Norwich where she had made her home for the past 15 yea..
Richard Cozzolino
Published on: Friday, January 24, 2014
Richard T. Cozzolino, 79, of New Lisbon, passed away at M.I. Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown on Jan. 20, 2014. He was born in Brooklyn the son of Salvatore and Harriett (Scudder) Cozzolino.
Dick served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was married to Patricia Patterson for more than 53 years. He was a chemist with the Norwich Pharmaceutical Co. for 38 years, retiring in 2007.
Dick was an avid runner, having competed in the New York Marathon and also the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C. He also ..
James A. “jim” Rotundo
Published on: Wednesday, January 22, 2014
JAMES ROTUNDO
SHERBURNE – James A. “Jim” Rotundo, 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 20, 2014 at Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Born in Sherburne, NY on March 30, 1918, Jim was the son of Rocco and Jenny (Giaquinto) Rotundo. He graduated from Norwich High School where he was a very proud member of the storied 1937 unbeaten, untied, and un-scored upon Tornado football team, all of whom were inducted into the Norwich Sports Hall of Fame in 2012.
Jim enlisted in the U.S. Army and was stationed in the Philippines during World War II. ..
Richard T. Cozzolino
Published on: Wednesday, January 22, 2014
RICHARD COZZOLINO
NEW LISBON – Richard T. Cozzolino, 79, of New Lisbon, passed away at M.I. Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown on Jan. 20, 2014. He was born in Brooklyn the son of Salvatore and Harriett (Scudder) Cozzolino.
Dick served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was married to Patricia Patterson for more than 53 years. He was a chemist with the Norwich Pharmaceutical Co. for 38 years, retiring in 2007.
Dick was an avid runner, having competed in the New York Marathon and also the Marine Corps ..
Melinda May (abrams) Lefevre
Published on: Monday, January 20, 2014
MELINDA MAY LEFEVRE
BROOKFIELD – Melinda May (Abrams) LeFevre (42), of Brookfield, NY, passed away on January 18, 2014. Her sudden departure to heaven is cause for much sorrow—for Mindy was truly a caring and compassionate friend, teacher, loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister. Yet Mindy leaves a strong legacy of joy, laughter, and happiness for all who had the privilege of knowing this remarkable woman.
Mindy was born in Norwich, NY, on December 3, 1971, to Gail Edward Abrams and the late Ida May (Tuttle) Abrams. Mindy’..
Gerard J. Walsh
Published on: Monday, January 20, 2014
GERARD J. WALSH
NORWICH – Gerard J. Walsh, 86 of Norwich, NY, formerly of West Sayville, NY, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2014 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He is survived by his wife Joyce; their daughter Brenda Ivans and her husband Joe.
A Funeral Mass will be offered at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, January 21 at St. Bartholomew’s Catholic Church in Norwich, NY, with Rev. Ralph Bove officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday from 4 PM – 7 PM at Behe Funeral Home, 21 Main Street, Oxford, NY. In li..
Christopher Gonzalez
Published on: Monday, January 20, 2014
BAINBRIDGE – Christopher Gonzalez, 29, of Bainbridge, passed away unexpectedly on January 10, 2014.
Born in Sidney in March of 1984, Christopher attended the Bainbridge NY schools for a time but received most of his education at the Atlantic Highland School and Red Bank Middle school in Monmouth County, NJ. During his school years, he was active in football, baseball, and roller blade hockey. He was a communicant of Saint Veronica's Catholic Church.His favorite time of the year was vacationing with his family and friends at the beach ..
Marjorie Hitt
Published on: Friday, January 17, 2014
MARJORIE HITT
NORWICH – Marjorie Bernice Hitt died January 15, 2014 surrounded by her family who loved her completely. Marjorie was the tenth child of Bernard and Nina Burns. She was born July 17, 1921 in Norwich, NY. From a child through adulthood, Marjorie’s brothers and sisters played a major role in her life. They were the models of unity that Marjorie’s own family would emulate.
Marjorie was predeceased by her best friend and husband of sixty-one year: Ford G. Hitt, her son Ford Joe, her parents, mother in-law Maribel(S..
Joseph B. Comparetto
Published on: Friday, January 17, 2014
Joseph B. Comparetto born January 17, 1950 passed away on January 4, 2014. He was a retired boat Captain and Charter boat fisherman. He also fought for our country during the Vietnam War where he was awarded a Purple Heart.
Joseph who was known to many as: Joe, Lil’ Joe, Capt. Joe, Grandpa Joe, or Papa Joe, could always be found on a body of water fishing (mostly U.S. lakes and the Florida Keys). He was a loving and loyal family member and friend. He has left us all with memories of fun times and loving moments. We will carry him ..
Laanie Clark
Published on: Friday, January 17, 2014
Lanie L. Clark, 60, of River Rd., Hamilton, NY, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2014 at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse.
She was born May 7, 1953 in Greene, NY a daughter of Gilbert L. and Ann Masker Clark and received her education in local schools. Lanie was a homemaker who was an amazing cook and baker. She also enjoyed crocheting, reading and crossword puzzles.
Given her nurturing spirit, Lanie very much enjoyed the company of family and friends. No stranger to work, she was an avid gardener and would often can and preserve her ha..
Joseph B. Comparetto
Published on: Thursday, January 16, 2014
Joseph B. Comparetto born January 17, 1950 passed away on January 4, 2014. He was a retired boat Captain and Charter boat fisherman. He also fought for our country during the Vietnam War where he was awarded a Purple Heart.
Joseph who was known to many as: Joe, Lil’ Joe, Capt. Joe, Grandpa Joe, or Papa Joe, could always be found on a body of water fishing (mostly U.S. lakes and the Florida Keys). He was a loving and loyal family member and friend. He has left us all with memories of fun times and loving moments. We will carry him ..
Marjorie B. Hitt
Published on: Thursday, January 16, 2014
Marjorie B. Hitt, 92, a life long Norwich resident, passed away early Wed. morning, Jan. 15, 2014, at the Teresian House in Albany.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Marjorie will be held on Monday, Jan. 20, at 10 a.m. from St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church. The Rev. Ralph A. Bove, Pastor, will officiate. Interment will be at a later date in St. Paul’s Cemetery.
Friends may call at the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home on Sunday from 3-7 p.m.
A complete obituary for Marjorie will be published in the Friday edition of The Evening Sun...
Helen Burlingame
Published on: Thursday, January 16, 2014
Helen “Wanda”’ Burlingame, 94, of South New Berlin, passed away Friday evening, Jan. 10, 2014, at her home in South New Berlin.
Wanda was born in Norwich on July 10, 1919 the daughter of Claude and Mabel Marvin Rathbone. She was raised in the Chenango County area and has made her home in South New Berlin for the past 50 years. In her early working career she had worked as a waitress in Norwich and for 24 years was employed by the Broome Developemental Center as a caregiver.
Wanda was a person who loved people in general as well as her a..
Edwin P. Henschel
Published on: Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Shirley Walker Carson
Published on: Wednesday, January 15, 2014
SHIRLEY WALKER CARSON
INMAN, SC – Shirley Walker Carson, 79, of Inman, died Monday, January 13, 2014 at the Magnolia Manor in Inman, SC. Mrs. Carson was the wife of the late Ervin W. Carson of Norwich, NY and daughter of the late James R. and Maggie Stephens Walker.
Mrs. Carson was a nurse at Spartanburg General Hospital, member of the South Carolina Nursing Association and member of Spartanburg First Baptist Church.
Survivors include three children; Donald Earl Carson and his wife Dianne, Rita Carson Addington and her husban..
Harold Moore
Published on: Wednesday, January 15, 2014
HAROLD A. MOORE
SOUTH NEW BERLIN/SHERBURNE – Harold A Moore, 74, formerly of South New Berlin, passed away at his residence in Floral City, Fl on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013.
He was born on June 11, 1939 in Norwich, NY to the late Leon and Lillian A (West) Moore.
Harold is preceded in death by his first wife Rosanna M Moore and son, Gary A Moore.
He is survived by daughters, Lisa A Moore of New Berlin and Gail I Moore of South New Berlin. Daugheter in law, Addie Hathway-Barber and granddaughter Katlyn Moore of New Berlin. Second ..
Alice M. Percival
Published on: Monday, January 13, 2014
ALICE M. PERCIVAL
NORWICH – Alice M. Percival, 93 of Norwich passed away at Binghamton General Hospital on Friday, January 10, 2014.
She was born September 8, 1920, daughter of the late Herman and Lillian (Messner) Schweitzer in New York City.
Alice was employed at Scintilla in Sidney until she retired. Then spent many winters in Kissimmee, Fla. She enjoyed gardening, loved flowers and was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness in Norwich.
Alice resided in the Chenango Valley Home in Norwich for the past 4 years.
She is s..
Marlene Button
Published on: Monday, January 13, 2014
MARLENE BUTTON
NORWICH – Marlene “Molly” A. (Wilbur) Button,78, of Norwich, passed away early Saturday morning, Jan. 11, 2014, on the Senior Living floor of the Chenango Memorial Hospital from natural cause.
Born in Norwich on Aug. 14, 1935, Molly was the daughter of Louise (Starr) Smith and Bill Wilbur, Sr. She graduated from the Norwich High School in 1955. Following her high school education, Molly became a mother and housewife to her children as she followed her husband to Germany whom was in the service. In the mid-1960’s, ..
Dorothy Crandall
Published on: Monday, January 13, 2014
DOROTHY CRANDALL
SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. – Dorothy Crandall, 68, of Sevierville, TN and formerly of McDonough, NY earned her angels wings when God called her peacefully home on Jan. 8, 2014.
Married to Richard Crandall for 50 years, both were retired and they were both avid sports fans who enjoyed traveling, gardening and home projects.
Dorothy is survived by her 3 children and 6 grandchildren. Tess Crandall and her children Sydney and Brandon of Luzerne, PA, Lisa and Brian Hoot and their daughters Kristin and Andrea of Port Treverton, PA..
Helen Burlingame
Published on: Monday, January 13, 2014
HELEN BURLINGAME
SOUTH NEW BERLIN – Helen “Wanda”’ Burlingame, 94, of South New Berlin, passed away Friday evening, Jan. 10, 2014, at her home in South New Berlin.
Wanda was born in Norwich on July 10, 1919 the daughter of Claude and Mabel Marvin Rathbone. She was raised in the Chenango County area and has made her home in South New Berlin for the past 50 years. In her early working career she had worked as a waitress in Norwich and for 24 years was employed by the Broome Developemental Center as a caregiver.
Wanda was a ..
James F. "jake" Ambroziak
Published on: Thursday, January 9, 2014
JAMES AMBROZIAK
SHERBURNE – James F. "Jake" Ambroziak, 81, of Sherburne, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Born in Coatesville, PA, on November 12, 1932, Jake was the son of Anthony and Sally (Gwardyak) Ambroziak. He enjoyed golfing and making repairs to anything that was broken, or simply tinkering with things in his garage and elsewhere. Jake was a machine operator at Downingtown Paper and Box, a maintenance worker for Lukens Steel Company in Coatesville, PA, and a machine operator at ..
Patricia A. Ballin
Published on: Thursday, January 9, 2014
PATRICIA A. BALLIN
Patricia A. Ballin, 83 of Oxford passed away on January 7, 2014 at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City, NY. She was born on June 11, 1930 in Great Neck, NY a daughter of the late Walter and Marion (Chobot) Andres. In 1949 in Great Neck, NY she married William H. Ballin, Sr., who passed away on March 7, 2013.
She is survived by her children, Linda and Terry Finch of Oxford and Eileen and Dan Pearson of West Falls, NY; her grandchildren, Jason and Holly Finch, Keith Finch and Kelli, William H. Ballin III and Rachel, Just..
Frances T. Thomas
Published on: Tuesday, January 7, 2014
FRANCES T. THOMAS
HICKSVILLE – Frances T. Thomas (nee O’Shea), age 94. Loving wife of John C. (deceased). Dearest mother of William, John, Bro. Michael F.S.C. (deceased), Patrick and Daniel. Cherished mother-in-law to Anna, Nancy (deceased), Patricia and Suzanne. Adored grandmother and great grandmother. Fond Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visitation, Sunday, 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Homes, 655 Old Country Rd., Plainview. Funeral Mass was held at Our Lady of Mercy RC Church, Hicksville. Interment private...
Dennis Downey
Published on: Tuesday, January 7, 2014
DENNIS DOWNEY
NORWICH – Dennis “Dentist” Downey, 56, a life long resident of Norwich, passed away Thursday evening, Jan. 2, 2014 at his home with his family at his side.
Dennis was born in Norwich on April 11, 1957 the son of Thomas and Elinor Call Downey. He spent his entire life in Norwich where he attended the local schools. Over the years he had worked for the Norwich Shoe Co., worked as a lineman for the cable company, Angelino Construction and Pro-Tel.
A friendly and good hearted guy, Dentist enjoyed shooting pool, his hors..
Wanda Brown
Published on: Tuesday, January 7, 2014
WANDA E. BROWN
OXFORD – Wanda E. Brown 67 of Bida Adult Home in Oxford, NY passed away Sunday, January 5, 2013.
She is survived by her children Tina Rogers, Daryl Stevens, Donald Stevens, Jerry Brown, Jr. and their spouses.
She is also survived by her Brother, Howard Townsend and spouse and 7 grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.
Wanda worked for 40 years at ACCO Calendar factory in Sidney prior to retiring. She will be dearly missed by family and friends.
Friends may call Wednesday, January 8, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 1 p...
Mary S. Annesi
Published on: Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Mary S. Annesi 102 of Norwich passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at her home. She joined her husband Angelo, who predeceased her in 1971.
A complete obituary and services will be announced in the spring.
Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel 21 Main St. Sidney...
George Collins
Published on: Monday, January 6, 2014
GEORGE COLLINS
GREENE – George Collins, 84 of Greene, died on Friday, January 3, 2013 at Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was predeceased by his parents, three brothers, and a sister. He is survived by brother John and sisters Anna Kingsbury and Eva Neal of Sherburne; former wife, Marie Collins and life partner, Ruth Kimber; sons William, Michael, and daughter, Christine; 5 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren. George was born June 13, 1929 and graduated from Sherburne Central School in 1946. As a teenager, he worked on a ..
Mavis Jean Avolio
Published on: Monday, January 6, 2014
MAVIS AVOLIO
NEW BERLIN – Mavis Jean Avolio, 75, of New Berlin, passed away on Dec. 23, 2013 at her home with her family at her side.
Mavis was born in Kent, England on Jan. 28, 1938 the daughter of Herbert and Edith Akhurst Gurr. She met James Avolio in England while he was serving his country and on March 23, 1957 in Kent they were united in marriage. Shortly thereafter Jim and Mavis came to the United States living first in Paterson, NJ and then in 1972 came to the Chennago County area. Mavis was employed by Timberbrook Ent. ..
Joan C. Davis
Published on: Monday, January 6, 2014
Joan C. Davis, 73, of State Highway 80, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 6, 2014 at Chenango Memorial Hospital Residential Health Care Facility in Norwich.
She was born September 20, 1940 in Manlius, a daughter of John and Nettie Moyer Baum and was a graduate of Georgetown High School in 1958. On June 13, 1959, Joan married Warren C. Davis, Sr. in the Lebanon Federated Church. They resided in Smyrna until 1964, moving to Oxford until 1987, and then to Sherburne. Warren predeceased her on January 11, 1997. Joan was a homemaker, a lov..
Irene C. Meyers
Published on: Monday, January 6, 2014
Irene C. Meyers, 74, of Route 12, passed away Monday, January 6, 2014 at her home.
She was born December 27, 1939 in Plainfield, NY, a daughter of Gordon and Gladys Hull Johnson and was a graduate of Sherburne Schools. Irene had worked for Stoops Trucking in Indiana; Chesebrough Ponds in Sherburne, and for a brief time, the Valley View Nursing Home in Norwich.
Surviving are her children, Charles, Jr., and Sue Wilcox of Bridgewater; Deborah and Michael Bush of Sherburne; Mark and Jane Wilcox of Nelson; John and Julie Warren of Ward, AR; siste..
Rexford Squires
Published on: Friday, January 3, 2014
REXFORD SQUIRES
BAINBRIDGE – Rexford “Rex” Squires, 65, of Bainbridge, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2014 with his family beside him. Rex was born May 5, 1948, the son of the late Edna and Hurburt Squires. Rex enjoyed hunting, fixing cars, and spending time with his family and his dog Abby.
Rex is survived by his wife of 27 years, Julie Squires; his son, Cody Squires; two daughters, Reva Squires and Kimmy Squires, 3 grandchildren, one great grandchild and a large family who loves and misses him sorely.
Friends are invited to c..
Leland Wilcox
Published on: Friday, January 3, 2014
LELAND WILCOX
SOUTH OTSELIC – Leland Sanford Wilcox, 90, of South Otselic, NY, passed away suddenly on January 2, 2014, at his home.
Mr. Wilcox was born in Erieville, NY on January 1, 1924, a son of the late Edgar and Pansy Sternburg Wilcox. A longtime resident of this area, he was an associate member of the Perry Cook American Legion Post #973, South Otselic. He retired from the Town of Otselic Highway Department after several years of service.
He is survived by his sisters, Marie Graves of South Otselic, Ruby Watson of Geor..
Clifford Ross
Published on: Thursday, January 2, 2014
CLIFFORD ROSS
OXFORD – Clifford “Chuck” Ross, 87 of Oxford passed away December 31, 2013 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Norwich, NY. He was born on May 30, 1926 in Oxford a son of the late Allen and Laura (Fuller) Ross. On June 30, 1945 in Oxford he married Marie Cady, who passed away on December 19, 2003.
He is survived by his children, Gregory and JoAnn Ross of Oxford and Joan and Willard Bradley of Oxford; his grandchildren, Jason and Heather Bradley, Chad Bradley, Cara Bradley and Corey Endress, and Andy a..
Ruth Gray
Published on: Thursday, January 2, 2014
Ruth Gray, 77, of Norwich, passed away Thursday December 26, 2013 and was reunited with her husband, George W. Gray and grandson, George W. Thomas.
The daughter of William and Ruth (Armstrong) Keeley, was born on January 4, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY where she graduated from a local catholic school. After graduating, Ruth held various Jobs until she moved to Norwich where she met her husband, George W. Gray. Married in 1957, Ruth and George shared a 50 year marriage until his passing in 2007. Ruth held various jobs in the Norwich area until she ..
Judith Mitchell
Published on: Thursday, January 2, 2014
JUDITH MITCHELL
BAINBRIDGE – Judith S. Mitchell, 72 of Bainbridge passed away on December 18, 2013 at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City. She was born on November 7, 1941 in Elizabeth, NJ a daughter of the late Richard and Nell (Taylor) Shears. On April 28, 1962 she married James K. Mitchell, who survives.
A memorial service will be held January 4, 2014 at 11 a.m. at the Oxford United Methodist Church, with Rev. Diane DiLuzio officiating. Burial will take place in Riverview Cemetery, Oxford in the spring.
Memorial contributio..
Richard Mollenkoph
Published on: Thursday, January 2, 2014
RICHARD E. MOLLENKOPF
SHERBURNE – Richard E. Mollenkopf, 48, of South Main St., passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at his home.
He was born April 26, 1965 in Brooklyn, NY, and was adopted as in infant by Connie and Eugene Mollenkopf. He received his education in North Shore Central Schools on Long Island until the age of 16 and moved to Sherburne when his father retired. Richard was a truck driver for Van Santis Development of Liverpool. On December 7, 2013, Richard married Rose M. Jones in Lebanon.
He was a member of St. Malachy’s ..