Obituaries


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Lawrence “lary” R. Stith

Published on: Friday, May 29, 2015
LAWRENCE R. STITH NORTH PITCHER – Lawrence “Lary” R. Stith, 56 of North Pitcher, NY passed away on Monday, May 25,2015, at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, while surrounded by his loving family. Lary was born "The Day The Music Died," February 3, 1959, in DeRuyter, NY to Roy "Jack" & Rita Stith of Pitcher. Lary graduated from Cincinnatus Central School in 1977. He became an ironworker, with full DOT certification, and worked for the following companies: Kurtz Welding, J&B Welding, Vector, Fahs Ralston, Fal..

Kenneth S. Paden

Published on: Friday, May 29, 2015
KENNETH S. PADEN SIDNEY – Kenneth S. Paden, 60, passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2015. He was born on July 7, 1954 in Norwich, New York, the son of Maurice and Lola (Law) Paden. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sue; his daughters Kelly and Kristy Paden; his parents Maurice and Lola Paden of Oxford; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Thomas and Maria Paden of Hawaii and Ronald and Ellen Paden of McDonough; his sister and brother-in-law Maurine and Donald Hoyt of Romulus; and his sister-in-law Jeanne Paden of Oxford. He is also..

Lidia Joanna Chmielowiec

Published on: Friday, May 29, 2015
LIDIA CHMIELOWIEC OXFORD – Lidia Joanna Chmielowiec, 88, of Oxford passed away peacefully Friday, May 22, 2015, at the Chenango Memorial Hospital RHCF . She was born November 27, 1926, in Warsaw, Poland, the daughter of Tadeusz and Joanna (Dabrowska) Sikorski. Lidia married Alfons Chmielowiec in June of 1958 in Manhattan, NY. Lidia lived and work on Long Island in the Aerospace Industry until her retirement in 1991. Lidia is survived by her sons; Mark Chmielowiec and his wife Lori of Oxford, Adam Chmielowiec and his wife Jil..

David Parker Craine

Published on: Friday, May 29, 2015
DAVID CRAINE CARROLLTON, GA – Mr. David Parker Craine, age 75, of Carrollton, GA, formerly of St. Petersburg, FL, passed away May 28, 2015. He was born September 7, 1939 in Cooperstown, New York to the late Hollis Stewart and Ethel Parker Craine. Mr. Craine served in the United States Army. Following his service, he worked as a machinist for Eastman Kodak for 30 years. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Williams Craine of Carrollton, GA; daughters and son-in-law, Joann McCorry of Fountain Inn, SC and Judy and Steve Kangas ..

Natalie Autumn Manwarren

Published on: Thursday, May 28, 2015
NATALIE AUTUMN MANWARREN TROUTMAN, NC – Natalie Autumn Manwarren, 56, passed away on Monday May 18, 2015 in her home in Troutman, N.C. after a long struggle with an illness. Natalie was born January 14, 1959 in Norwich, the daughter of Frank and Lena Miles. She was a resident of the Norwich area most of her life. She enjoyed the work she did as a CNA at Valley View Nursing home. On January 12, 1985 she married Lynn W. Manwarren Sr. "The love of her life" also from Norwich. Natalie loved to crochet, and watch football with her..

Ruth I. Fairchild

Published on: Thursday, May 28, 2015
RUTH I. FAIRCHILD McDONOUGH – Ruth I. Fairchild, 82 of McDonough passed away on Monday, May 25, 2015 at her home with her family by her side. She was born on December 3, 1932 in West Edmeston, NY a daughter of the late Howard and Frances (Jaquay) Maine. On October 15, 1955 in West Edmeston she married Richard Fairchild, who survives. Besides her husband, Richard, she is survived by her children, Susan Eccleston and husband, Llewellyn, Robert Fairchild and fiancé, Jo McCarthy, James Fairchild and wife, Tierney, and Linda Mead ..

Janice Wackford Davis

Published on: Thursday, May 28, 2015
JANICE WACKFORD DAVIS NORWICH – Janice Wackford Davis, 76 of Norwich passed away peacefully at her home on May 26, 2015 with her family by her side. She was born on September 22, 1938 in Oxford a daughter of the late Kenneth and Naomi (Gifford) Wackford. On September 27, 1956 at the US Navy Submarine Base Chapel in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii she married Malvin W. Davis. She is survived by her husband of over 58 years, Malvin W. Davis of Norwich; her children, Kimberlie Ballew of Oklahoma City, OK and Gregory Davis..

Dorothy Macmakin

Published on: Wednesday, May 27, 2015
VERSAILLES, KY – Dorothy Manley MacMackin, 85, of Versailles, Kentucky, died March 7, 2015. Born in Norwich, NY, Dorothy (“Dot”) was the widow of Grant MacMackin and the daughter of the late Dr. Thomas Francis and Dorothy Wait Manley. A lover of horses and an avid rider since childhood, Dot hunted, rode for pleasure and marshaled on the ice. She was the owner and operator of Hill Farms of Cazenovia, NY and then of Versailles, KY. Dot bred Thoroughbreds for over 40 years, including multiple graded stakes winner, Vigorous Lady, am..

William Gray

Published on: Wednesday, May 27, 2015
GEORGETOWN – William W. “Bill” Gray, 53, of Georgetown, passed away unexpectedly Monday evening, May 18, 2015, at Wilson Regional Medical Center, Johnson City. Bill was born June 6, 1961 in Norwich the son of Leland Gray and Linda (Law) Gray Stone. Bill was raised by Frederick Stone, Sr. On January 14, 2012, in Pharsalia, he married Tonya Backus who survives. Bill worked for the Pennysaver, The Shoe Factory, as well as Gladding’s Rope Factory. He also worked with the family’s sanitation business for a period of time. B..

Ruth J. Brown

Published on: Wednesday, May 27, 2015
NORWICH – Ruth J. Brown, 78, of Norwich passed away Thursday evening, May 21, 2015, at her home, surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren. Ruth was born on August 6, 1936 in Morris, N.Y., the daughter of Jay and Lena (Ferguson) Curry. She married Marlin D. “Chub” Brown on June 5, 1954, in Cincinnatus. He passed away September 3, 2002. Ruth was a stay at home mom and a devoted homemaker. She had many hobbies and interests. Ruth enjoyed reading, playing cards, bingo, and going to the casino—at which she had a very ..

Kenneth W. Decker

Published on: Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Kenneth W. Decker, 79, passed away on Saturday, May 23rd,2015, at the UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich, NY. Ken was born April 20, 1936 in Morris, NY to Charles W. and Inez (Horth) Decker. He was predeceased by his father and mother, his brother Charles W. Decker Jr., sister-in-laws Rita Decker and Josephine Decker and brother-in-law Raymond J. Olin. Ken is survived by his sister, Delores I. Olin; his brother George E. Decker; his brother Richard B. Decker and wife Janet. He is also survived by nephews and nieces; David Olin and wif..

Laerence R. Stith

Published on: Wednesday, May 27, 2015
LAERENCE R. STITH NORTH PITCHER – Lawrence “Lary” R. Stith, 56 of North Pitcher, NY passed away on Monday, May 25,2015, at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, while surrounded by his loving family. Lary was born "The Day The Music Died," February 3, 1959, in DeRuyter, NY to Roy "Jack" & Rita Stith of Pitcher. Lary graduated from Cincinnatus Central School in 1977. He became an ironworker, with full DOT certification, and worked for the following companies: Kurtz Welding, J&B Welding, Vector, Fahs Ralston, Fal..

Mable Hart

Published on: Tuesday, May 26, 2015
MABLE HART LINCKLAEN – Mable was born on January 5, 1923 in Lincklaen, NY the daughter of Elmer and Mary (Wilcox) Locke. She grew up on the family farm in Lincklaen and attended school in South Otselic. On November 16, 1937 in DeRuyter she married Corry K. Hart, Sr. who passed away January 3, 1967. She and her husband moved to Cuyler where they made their home until 1944. They then moved to Harford, DeRuyter, South Otselic and No. Pitcher. In the mid 1980’s she moved to Norwich. Over the years Mable has worked for the Cresce..

Johanna K. Lawton

Published on: Tuesday, May 26, 2015
JOHANNA K. LAWTON NORWICH – Johanna K. Lawton, 87, of Norwich and most recently of the Bida Adult Home in Oxford, passed away Friday morning, May 22, 2015, in the Wilson Hospital of Johnson City. Johanna was born on September 27, 1927 in Midland Park, NJ the daughter of Arie and Johanna (Rupka) Koerts. She attended the Greene schools and in 1945 she married Francis J. Lawton who passed away in 2003. She and her husband built the first home on North Pond in Guilford which is now Camp Mesorah where they lived for 27 years. Johanna also ..

Margery A. Kocher

Published on: Tuesday, May 26, 2015
MARGERY A. KOCHER SHERBURNE – Margery A. Kocher, 80, of Sherburne, passed away Monday morning, May 25, 2015, at the Harding Nursing Home of Waterville. Margery was born on January 1, 1935 in Norwich the daughter of Robert and Genevieve Colegrove Townsend. She grew up in Norwich where she attended the Norwich schools from which she graduated in 1953. Soon after her graduation Margery gained employment with NBT where she remained until moving to Bradenton, Florida in 1973. It was in Florida Margery and her family owned and operated a..

Bethany Adams

Published on: Friday, May 22, 2015
Bethany A. Adams, 37, of Norwich, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, NY. Private memorial and committal services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit the funeral home website at: www.wilsonfh.com Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilson Funeral Home...

William W. Gray

Published on: Friday, May 22, 2015
GEORGETOWN – William W. (Bill) Gray, 53, of Georgetown, passed away unexpectedly Monday evening, May 18, 2015, at Wilson Regional Medical Center, Johnson City. A Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of William W. (Bill) Gray will be held on June 1, 2015, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Plymouth Fire Station. A full obituary will appear in The Evening Sun next week. Arrangements are by the R.J. Fahy Funeral Home of Norwich..

Constance Callea

Published on: Friday, May 22, 2015
NORWICH – Constance S. “Connie” Callea, 83, of Norwich, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at her home with family at her side. Born June 25, 1931, in Buffalo, Connie was the daughter of John and Mary (Zappia) Sartori. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy with the Class of 1949, and then worked for New York Telephone in Buffalo. On September 6, 1952, in Buffalo, Connie married Louis C. Callea who died in 1977. Following their marriage, Connie and Louis moved to Arlington, VA while Louis was in the service. They re..

Gary Burke

Published on: Thursday, May 21, 2015
GARY D. BURKE NORWICH – Gary Burke, 68, of Norwich, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2015, at Wilson Regional Medical Center in Johnson City, surrounded by his family. Gary was born March 28, 1947 in Norwich, to Robert and Irene (Long) Burke. He graduated from Norwich High School in 1965, and after a short stint in the Air Force, briefly worked for the DPW in Norwich. He was then employed as a mail clerk by the U.S. Postal Service in Watertown, NY for the next 20 years. Gary met his wife, Jolynn (Vorhies) Burke, also..

Grace M. Davidson

Published on: Wednesday, May 20, 2015
GRACE M. DAVIDSON SHERBURNE – Grace M. Davidson, 94, of Route 12, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at her home. She was born June 1, 1920 in Sherburne, NY a daughter of George and Mary Newman Moran, and was a graduate of Sherburne High School. On August 18, 1942, Grace married Richard “Dick” Davidson at St. Malachy’s Church in Sherburne. A lifelong Sherburne resident, Grace assisted her husband in the operation of their dairy farm. Dick predeceased her on April 22, 1996. Grace took great pride in her lawns and gardens, doing all the ..

Kenneth A. Robb

Published on: Tuesday, May 19, 2015
KENNETH A. ROBB BALDWINSVILLE – Kenneth A. Robb, 71 of Baldwinsville, NY passed away unexpectedly on May 16, 2015 at his home. He was born on December 21, 1943 in Norwich, NY the son of the late Donald and Helen (Enggaard) Robb. He is survived by his sisters, Cynthia Casanova of Crystal Lake, IL and Priscilla (Pam) Robb of Oxford, NY; his nieces and nephews, Elizabeth (Stephen) Casanova Yost of Crystal Lake, IL, John (Sue) Casanova of Frisco, TX, Philip (Jane) Clement of Norwich, Dale (Laura) Kirchbaum of Greene, Douglas (Sue) ..

Betty Jane Nolan

Published on: Friday, May 15, 2015
Betty Jane Nolan, 93 years young, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 15, 2015, at the Senior Living at Chenango Memorial Hospital. She was born February 21, 1921 in Syracuse, New York the daughter of Herman and Florence (Larrabee) Fickeisen. Betty attended Syracuse Schools and graduated from Syracuse Central High School. On July 4, 1941, she married James E. Nolan at All Saints Episcopal Church in Syracuse, and in 1959 they moved to Norwich when Jim went to work at the John C. Stott Agency. Betty and Jim joined Emmanuel Episcopal Church ..

Kenneth Earl Holt

Published on: Friday, May 15, 2015
As many have undoubtedly heard, Kenneth Earl Holt recently passed away, thus embarking on his next great adventure. It is difficult to find the appropriate words to portray the amazing life he led, and the countless lessons he passed onto his four daughters, thirteen grandchildren, and growing number of great-grandchildren. Despite a very poor childhood, 'Gramps' made a comfortable life for his wife Barbara and their children. To those who knew and worked with him, including those at SUNY Morrisville's Norwich extension where he taught, No..

Irene L. Landers

Published on: Thursday, May 14, 2015
IRENE L. LANDERS OXFORD – Irene L. Landers, 97 of Oxford passed away on May 12, 2015 at Norwich Rehab and Nursing Center. She was born on February 1, 1918 in Norwich a daughter of the late Edward and Hazel (Brown) Barnes. On September 17, 1940 in Oxford she married Roger Landers, who passed away on May 14, 2002. She is survived by her daughter and son in law Donna and Ed Somers of Oxford; her grandchildren and great grandchildren, Stephen and Shannon Lindridge and children, Isaac and Oren, of Newark Valley Scott and Tina..

Janice Elizabeth (myers) Yerton

Published on: Thursday, May 14, 2015
JANICE E. YERTON SHERBURNE – Janice Elizabeth (Myers) Yerton, 53, of Sherburne, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2015 after a bravely fought battle with cancer. She was born August 25, 1961 in Norwich, NY, the daughter of John A. Myers, Jr. and Jean (Parr) Myers. On September 22, 1984, Janice married Dana T. Yerton. They had two sons, Cameron T. Yerton and Jesse J. Yerton. They later divorced. Janice received her elementary education at St. Paul School in Norwich, attended and graduated from Sherburne-Earlville High School. She was a member ..

Robert Atkins Libby

Published on: Wednesday, May 13, 2015
ROBERT ATKINS LIBBY KIRKSVILLE, MO – Robert Atkins Libby, 76, of Kirksville MO, died unexpectedly in the loving arms of his wife, Kathleen Riley Libby, on April 20, 2015, at their condo in Sugar Camp, WI. He was born November 25, 1938 in Shelbina, MO, to Harry and Muriel Libby, who predeceased him. Robert was an accomplished analytical chemist, as a research leader in Procter and Gamble at the Miami Valley Labs in Cincinnati, OH, at P&G Pharmaceuticals in Norwich, NY, and as a professor at Truman State University in Kirks..

James Fay Faulkner

Published on: Tuesday, May 12, 2015
JAMES FAULKNER SOUTH NEW BERLIN – James Fay Faulkner, 77 yrs. old of South New Berlin, NY passed away on May 11, 2015 at his home. Jim was born on October 9, 1937 in Sherburne, NY the son of Fay and Hilda (Gaylord) Faulkner. His childhood was spent in Sherburne NY where he was a graduate of Sherburne Central School. He served in the US Army from 1957-1959 and was later employed by Norwich Pharmaceutical Company and Proctor & Gamble for 44 years. Jim served on several boards including the SNB School Board, BOCES,..

Cynthia M. Wood

Published on: Monday, May 11, 2015
CYNTHIA M. WOOD NORWICH – Cynthia M. Wood, 59, of Norwich, NY passed away Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown. She was born August 25, 1955 in Norwich, a daughter of Leonard Jones and Delores “Nicki” Young and was a graduate of Sherburne-Earlville High School. Cynthia was an aide for the Chenango County Head Start Program. She was also a very successful instructor for the Sidney and Sherburne-Earlville color guards. She enjoyed listening to music, going for walks, spending time with family, garage sales, and she l..

David Michael Seaman Sr

Published on: Monday, May 11, 2015
DAVID M. SEAMAN SR. OXFORD – David Michael Seaman Sr., 84, long-time resident of Oxford, NY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on May 8, 2015. Dave was predeceased by his wife of nearly 57 years, Sarah L. Seaman; his parents, Howard and Lena (Lord) Seaman and his brothers John (Bud) Seaman, Richard Seaman and Donald Seaman and Sister, Betty Ann (Seaman) Wales. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother and friend. David married Sarah L. Tefft in Oxford on February 1, 1958. ..

Dorothy Matteson

Published on: Monday, May 11, 2015
DOROTHY MATTESON Dorothy Winton Matteson, 95, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2015. Born on December 23, 1919 in Columbus to Eva and Arthur Winton, She was one of ten children. United in marriage to Willis R. Matteson on September 22, 1946 who predeceased her in 1995. She had a very strong faith in God and was an active member of Columbus Community Church since March 1952. For many years she was a Sunday School teacher, an ardent member of the Columbus Ladies Aid, and a faithful participant in the monthly luncheons of Elder Kin ..

Lois B. Scherger

Published on: Friday, May 8, 2015
NORWICH – Lois B. Mc Intire Scherger, 76, of Norwich, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2015, at the Chenango Memorial Hospital. Lois was born in Norwich on April 3, 1938 the daughter of Archie Sprague and Wilma (Steward) McIntire. She was a resident of Norwich for most of her life and was a graduate of the Norwich High School. Following her graduation Lois joined the United States Navy and had many fond memories of the time that she served her country. Following her discharge she began her career at NBT Bank where she worked for over..

David P. Whitney

Published on: Friday, May 8, 2015
SOUTH PLYMOUTH – David P. Whitney, 76, of South Plymouth, went to meet his Savior at his home Monday evening, May 4, 2015, with his family present. Dave was born, in the house where he passed on his birthday, May 4, 1939 in South Plymouth the son of Harold E. and Edith A. Pierce Whitney. He made his home in South Plymouth all of his life and was educated in the local schools. On August 3, 1974 he married Helen Brennan who survives. He had worked a total of 35 years for Victory Markets and following their closing he became employ..

David C. Schult, Sr.

Published on: Friday, May 8, 2015
DAVID C. SCHULT SR ST. CLOUD, FL – David C. Schult Sr., 58, of St. Cloud, FL, passed away on April 30, 2015, in Kissimmee, FL. Dave was born on May 1, 1956 in Hoboken, NJ the son of Christian and Margaret Holmes Schult. He attended and graduated from the Spring Valley High School. Following his education Dave served his country in the United States Air Force for a period of 4 years. While living in Spring Valley he was employed by Red & Tan Coach Line which is now Coach USA. In 1988 he moved to Florida where he became emp..

Barbara V. Beardsley

Published on: Thursday, May 7, 2015
BARBARA V. BEARDSLEY SOUTH OTSELIC – Barbara V. Beardsley, 77, of South Otselic, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2015, at the Chenango Memorial Hospital. Barb was born on May 13, 1937 in Trout Creek the daughter of Burton and Velma Burnside Finch. She grew up in the Trout Creek, Sidney and Walton area where she attended the local schools. On November 2, 1953 in Sidney she married George Beardsley who passed away December 8, 2006. Barb has made her home in South Otselic since 1977. She loved life and was a very hard worker. Her fa..

Thomas M. Murphy

Published on: Thursday, May 7, 2015
THOMAS M. MURPHY SHERBURNE – Thomas M. Murphy, 67, of Knapp Rd., passed away Monday, May 4, 2015 at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown. He was born August 20, 1947 in Oneida, NY, a son of the late Edward and Veneta Rossman Murphy and was a graduate of Earlville High School. On October 11, 1970, Thomas married Sally A. Dickinson in Hamilton, NY. She predeceased him on February 16, 2008. Tom started his career as a self-employed carpenter. During the 1980’s he owned and operated Grizzly King River Trips. Later, he worked in the carpenter shop ..

Dorothy I. Bates

Published on: Thursday, May 7, 2015
DOROTHY I. BATES “For this God is our God for ever and ever: He will be our guide even unto death. Ps. 48:14” Dorothy I. Bates of Greene, NY entered into the presence of the lord and joined her husband, Robert, son and infant daughter on April 30, 2015 at the age of 93. She was born in Cameron Mills, NY on November 13, 1921. Her parents, Howard and Beatrice Robinson; sister, Barbara Banks and brothers, Howard and Ralph Robinson predeceased her. Dorothy was also predeceased by her loving husband and best friend of 55 years on Septem..

Robert John Kling

Published on: Wednesday, May 6, 2015
CULPEPER, VA – Robert John Kling, aged 82, passed away on May 1, 2015 in Culpeper, VA.  Born in Staten Island, he lived most of his years in NJ where he was a dedicated member of the National Guard, retiring as CWO 4, and led the Public Works departments of Westfield and Raritan Township.  Following retirement, he moved to NY, living in Sherburne and later building a log cabin in Madison.  Two years ago, he moved to Culpeper, VA to be closer to family. He was an avid agriculturalist and a fan of Westerns.  Family and community were..

Douglas Kelly

Published on: Wednesday, May 6, 2015
NORWICH – Douglas Kelly, age 54, of Norwich, NY, passed away peacefully at his home on May 4, 2015. Doug was born May 27, 1960 in Stamford, NY. He lived most of his life in Norwich graduating from Norwich High School in 1978. He served six years in the United States Air Force and then built his own business, Kelly’s Management, which he ran for the last 25 years. He was a member of St. Bartholomew’s Church. Doug is survived by his wife, Barbara Walker-Kelly and his parents, Larry and Alice Kelly, of Norwich; two sons, Jeremy ..

Charles E. Rogers

Published on: Wednesday, May 6, 2015
OXFORD  – Charles E. Rogers, 74 of Oxford passed away on May 4, 2015 at his home. He was born on June 23, 1940 in Greene a son of the late Robert N. Rogers, Jr. and Florence Perkins Rogers Bluemke. On August 26, 1961 in Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Norwich he married the former Judy Quackenbush, who predeceased him on November 12, 2010. He is survived by his children, Charles Rogers, Jr. and wife Sandra of Sherburne, and Jonathan Q. Rogers and wife Amy of Norwich; his grandchildren, Megan Marie Rogers and Ryan Collins, Charles Rogers ..

John William Dorsey Iii

Published on: Wednesday, May 6, 2015
JOHN WILLIAM DORSEY III John William Dorsey III, better known by friends and family as Jack, Johnny, or Da, died peacefully at his winter home in Arizona on May 4, 2015. Johnny was born on January 18, 1941 to the late Jack and Grace Dorsey. The eldest of five, he was raised in Syracuse’s Tipp Hill neighborhood where he attended St. Patrick’s School, graduating with the class of 1959; he went on to graduate from LeMoyne College in 1963. Upon his graduation from LeMoyne, he accepted a position with the Social Security Admi..

Virginia Breed

Published on: Wednesday, May 6, 2015
VIRGINIA BREED Virginia Breed, long-time resident of Norwich, passed away peacefully at her home on April 8, 2015, just a few weeks short of her 103rd birthday. A beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, she was also an author, traveler, community volunteer, church leader and choir member, avid card player, seamstress, and a licensed airplane pilot when women pilots were rare – and the list goes on. Always on the go, she lived a full life and will be greatly missed. Born May 14, 1912, in the small town of Richland Center,..

Ila M. Jackson

Published on: Monday, May 4, 2015
ILA M. JACKSON PHARSALIA – Ila M. Jackson, 78, of Pharsalia, passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, April 30, 2015, at her home. Ila was born on December 21, 1936 in East Pharsalia the daughter of Lennie and Ruth Hoffman Jackson and has made the Pharsalia area her home her entire life. Over the years Ila has worked for the Deer Lake Poultry Farm, the Norwich Shoe Company and sold Avon products in the area. She also cared for her mother at home during her illness. Ila is survived by many cousins. A funeral servi..

William J. Ryan

Published on: Monday, May 4, 2015
WILLIAM J. RYAN NORWICH – William J. Ryan, 85, of Norwich passed away Thursday, April 30, 2015, in the New York State Veterans Home of Oxford. Bill was born in Troy the son of William P. and Ruth V. Fagan Ryan. He was educated at the former St. Patrick’s School in Troy and was a graduate of LaSalle Institute. On January 1, 1950 in Troy he married Geraldine Seith who survives. Bill was retired from Victory Markets where he was employed as a buyer. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served for 9 years. He h..

Victor F. Tiffany

Published on: Monday, May 4, 2015
VICTOR F. TIFFANY OXFORD – Victor F. Tiffany, 77, of Oxford, passed away unexpectedly Monday morning, April 20, 2015, at the Chenango Memorial Hospital. Victor was born on July 4, 1937 in Norwich the son of Julian and Irma (Gardner) Tiffany, He grew up in the Norwich area where he attended the local schools. On July 12, 1958 he married Patricia Roof who survives. Victor was a hard worker all of his life and was there to provide for his family. He had been employed by the Chenango County Highway Dept. for 32 ½ years where he worked ..