Jean C. Bushnell
Published on: Thursday, December 31, 2015
JEAN BUSHNELL
Jean C. Bushnell, 89, of South New Berlin, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Chenango Memorial Hospital.
Born September 16, 1926, in South New Berlin, Jean was the daughter of Charles R. and Bertha (Camp) Bushnell. She was a graduate of the South New Berlin High School with the Class of 1948. After high school, Jean worked for a short time at Upstate Baptist Home in Oneonta. Then she worked for 30 years at Chenango Memorial Hospital until her retirement in 1988.
Jean was an active volunteer at Valley Vi..
Charles W. (chucky) Combes
Published on: Wednesday, December 30, 2015
CHARLES W. (CHUCKY) COMBES
Charles W. (Chucky) Combes, 82, a lifelong resident of Norwich and most recently of Cincinnatus, passed away early Friday morning, December 25, 2015.
Charles was born on February 9, 1933 in Norwich the son of Benjamin and Ruth (Cookhouse) Combes. He spent his entire life in Norwich where he worked for the family business, Combes Sanitation, and eventually Bert Adams from which he retired just last November.
Charles was a simple man who enjoyed the simple things in life. He liked taking Sunday road trips with ..
Myron E. Gregory
Published on: Tuesday, December 29, 2015
MYRON E. GREGORY
Myron E. Gregory died on December 28, 2015 at the age of 88. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Mildred Moon Gregory of Norwich. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Jane Clifford, and their four children: Clifford (Susan) Gregory of Wales, MA; Cynthia (Mark) Kneidinger of Alexandria, VA; Michael Gregory of Endicott, NY; and Sarah (James) DelSignor of Lee, MA. His six grandchildren are Trevor and Abbie Gregory; Tae, Brittany, and Carly Kneidinger; and Kate DelSignor. Myron is also survived by his ve..
Harry Alfred Dunham
Published on: Monday, December 28, 2015
HARRY ALFRED DUNHAM
Harry Alfred Dunham, 78, died on Friday, December 25, 2015 at the NYS Veterans’ Home in Oxford, NY with family at his side. “High School,” as he was known, was born May 19, 1937 in the Town of Pittsfield. He was a graduate of New Berlin Central School and an honorable veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from April 8, 1957 to April 2, 1959. Harry’s main occupation was commercial printing. He worked in this capacity at The New Berlin Gazette, The Sherburne News, The Oneonta Daily Star, and for 28 years a..
Edwin A. Davis
Published on: Monday, December 28, 2015
EDWIN A. DAVIS
Edwin A. Davis, 70 yrs. old of West Edmeston, NY passed away on December 25, 2015 at his home.
Edwin was born on February 6, 1945 in Utica, NY the son of Frank Edwin Oliver & Laurel Davis Pierce. His childhood was spent in Miller Mills and Brookfield, NY. He served in the US Army from 1963-1966 and was stationed in Korea and later become the owner and operator of the North Eastern Tire Company of West Edmeston.
On September 23, 1967 he married Kathryn Chase who survives him.
He enjoyed attending local auctions, loggin..
Margaret Hohreiter
Published on: Monday, December 28, 2015
MARGARET HOHREITER
Margaret Hohreiter, 98, formerly of Bainbridge passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 in Manlius, NY after a brief illness. Margaret was born in Guilford, NY to parents Theodore and Katherine Hoffman. She graduated from Guilford Central School and SUNY Oneonta. She was an elementary school teacher in the Bainbridge-Guilford school system for more than 30 years, retiring in 1973. Margaret was a lifelong member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Bainbridge.
She enjoyed traveling and following her retirement, w..
Philip “pj” Cashman
Published on: Thursday, December 24, 2015
PHILIP ‘PJ’ CASHMAN
Philip “PJ” Cashman, of Dayton, MT passed away unexpectedly on December 9, 2015 in Dayton, MT. He was born on November 4, 1981 in Norwich, NY a son of Michael Cashman, Sr. and Lillian Allison Cashman.
He is survived by his father, Michael Cashman, Sr. of Eagle River, AK; his mother Lillian Cashman of Sherburne, NY; his daughter, Madison Olivia Spicer of Utica; his sister, Heather and Pat Borrelli of Mahopac, NY; his brothers, Michael Cashman, Jr. of Eagle River, AK, David and Laura Cashman of Middleburg Heights, O..
Albert E Wehrli
Published on: Thursday, December 24, 2015
ALBERT WEHRLI
Albert E Wehrli, 85, of Norwich, NY and Hobesound, FL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at Chenango Memorial Hospital with family by his side.
Born on April 11, 1930, in Mineola, NY, Albert was the son of Albert J. and Marie (Zuppiger) Wehrli. He attended school in Westbury, in Long Island, where he graduated in 1948. He later moved to South Plymouth, NY.
Albert worked a variety of jobs over the years including driving a school bus, hauling milk and working on his father’s dairy farm. He later started ..
Karen J. Schultes
Published on: Wednesday, December 23, 2015
KAREN J. SCHULTES
Karen J. Schultes, 68, of Smithville, passed away on December 21st 2015 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Binghamton. A Celebration of Karen’s life will be held on December 26th 2015 at 2 p.m. at the Genegantslet Fire Company 5333 Highway 41, Smithville Flats, New York, 13841. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 6725 Lyons St, East Syracuse, NY 13057. Arrangements are under direction of Root Funeral Home 23 N. Chenango St. Greene NY 13778 and condolences may be made to t..
Mary Leahy Harrington Utter
Published on: Wednesday, December 23, 2015
MARY LEAHY HARRINGTON UTTER
Mary Leahy Harrington Utter, passed away on November 6, 2015 in Morrisville, NY.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Oxford Emergency Squad, PO Box 172, Oxford or the McDonough Union Cemetery Association c/o Harvey Deforest, 1868 State Highway 220, McDonough, NY. Friends and family may share their memories and condolences by visiting www.behefuneralhome.com
A celebration of life will be held on December 29, 2015 from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Fred’s Inn in Norwich. Ref..
Philip “pj” Cashman
Published on: Wednesday, December 23, 2015
PHILIP ‘PJ’ CASHMAN
Philip “PJ” Cashman, of Dayton, MT passed away unexpectedly on December 9, 2015 in Dayton, MT.
A memorial service will be held on December 28, 2015 at 7:30 PM at the Behe Funeral Home, 21 Main St., Oxford, NY with Pastor Kenneth Fallon officiating. Military honors will be provided by members of Fort Hill Post #376, American Legion and The Patriot Guard Riders.
Friends may call at the Behe Funeral Home on December 28, 2015 from 6:00 PM until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to a..
Virginia Knapp Purple
Published on: Tuesday, December 22, 2015
VIRGINIA KNAPP PURPLE
Virginia Knapp Purple, age 90, of Erie and formerly of Norwich, New York, died on Sunday December 20, 2015 at Forestview. She was born in Newark Valley, New York on July 26, 1925, daughter of the late Carl Edward and Dorothy Knapp Purple.
She worked for and was a part of the family business known as Chenango Valley Telephone Company, which later became Verizon. Following her retirement, she became a trust officer for National Bank and Trust Company in Norwich, and later cared for her elderly parents. Over the yea..
Carletta Russell
Published on: Tuesday, December 22, 2015
CARLETTA RUSSELL
Carletta Russell, 71 of Oxford passed away on December 20, 2015 at Binghamton General Hospital, Binghamton. She was born on January 6, 1944 in Oxford a daughter of the late Carl and Ethel ((Baker) Moore. On November 17, 1962 in Oxford she married Stewart Russell, who survives.
Besides her husband, Steward, she is survived by her children, Jeff and Tammy Russell of Oxford, Greg Russell of Oxford and Steve Russell of McKinney, TX; her brothers, Douglas and Julie Moore, Harry and Marie Moore and Richard and Marilyn Moore..
Lawrence E. Knapp
Published on: Tuesday, December 22, 2015
LAWRENCE E. KNAPP
Lawrence E. Knapp, 75, of South Plymouth passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 19, 2015 at his home.
Lawrence was born on April 25, 1940 in Norwich the son of Frank and Grace (Brazee) Knapp. His education years were from the school in Kirk. He was a longtime employee at Sheffield Products, where he “did it all.” In his leisure time Larry enjoyed his NASCAR racing, the NY Giants and watching Gunsmoke.
Lawrence is survived by his siblings; Velma Parker of West Palm Beach, FL, Cecile and Kenneth Fink of Sou..
David Thomsen
Published on: Monday, December 21, 2015
DAVID THOMSEN
SOUTH NEW BERLIN- David Thomsen, 72, of South New Berlin passed away Thursday, December 17, 2015 at his home with his loving family by his side.
David was born the son of Chris and Pearl (Anderson) Thomsen. He married Margaret Jackson on October 10, 1964 in Norwich, NY. David was a dairy farmer most of his life and own and operated Sentom Farm in South New Berlin. David loved nature and enjoyed hunting, gardening, camping, his dog and above all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Margar..
Jeffrey J. Schultz
Published on: Monday, December 21, 2015
JEFFREY J. SCHULTZ
OXFORD – Jeffrey J. Schultz, 53, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2015, at Wilson Hospital in Johnson City. Born on July 14, 1962, the son of Ralph and Elizabeth Schultz, you could always find him next to the lake fishing for hours.
Jeffrey is survived by his wife Lisa Schultz; his children, Timmy Schultz, Maykayla Schultz, Mike Ezzo, Realynn Schultz; his sisters, Denise, Brenda and April; and his best friend, Jack Shaw. Many nieces and nephews also survive.
At this time there will be no services..
Helena M. Motyka
Published on: Friday, December 18, 2015
OXFORD – Helena M. Motyka, 66 0f Oxford passed away on December 17, 2015 at home. She was born on December 3, 1949 in New York, NY a daughter of Thomas and Katherine (Walsh) Krasinski. She was married to Joseph Motyka, Jr. who passed away on February 9, 2012.
She is survived by her mother, Katherine Krasinski; her children and grandchildren, Joseph Motyka, Mary and Tim Dye and children, Joshua and Jessica, Katy and Dante Roccasecca and children, Asia, Anthony and Gabriella, Jen and Chris Dwight and children, Hannah and Jacob; her brothers,..
Clifford “butch” H. Hotaling
Published on: Friday, December 18, 2015
SODUS, N.Y. – Clifford “Butch” H. Hotaling, 72, of Sodus, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 10, 2015, at the Newark Wayne Memorial Hospital, Newark, NY.
Born in Columbus, NY on May 17, 1943, Butch was the son of the late Clifford and Grace Hotaling. Raised in Columbus, he made his home in Sodus, NY for the past 20 years and had previously lived in Rochester. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a truck driver and heavy equipment operator for the Operator’s Union, Syracuse, NY. For the past 15 years, he was pr..
Patricia Ann Collins
Published on: Monday, December 14, 2015
PATRICIA ANN COLLINS
It’s with a heavy heart that Patricia Ann Collins, born March 4, 1947, loving wife and devoted mother, passed away the morning of Saturday December 5, 2015 at the Wilson Medical Center of Johnson City, NY.
After a long seven year battle with her illness, Pat was with her soulmate of fifty years, Charles L. Collins, who enjoys a life filled with love, joy, and happiness. Pat was a mother that always put her seven children first and had a heart of gold for her seventeen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandki..
Richard Edward Smith
Published on: Monday, December 14, 2015
RICHARD E. SMITH
Richard Edward Smith, 81 yrs. old of Norwich, NY passed away on December 8, 2015 in New Berlin, NY.
Richard was born on August 20, 1934 in Norwich, NY, the son of Mildred & Herman Smith. His childhood was spent in Norwich where he attended Norwich Schools.
On January 29, 1960 he married Janette A. (Park) Smith who predeceased him on April 25, 2000.
Richard was a veteran of the US Airforce and was employed by Simmons Precision. He served in the Norwich Volunteer Fire Department Hook & Ladder and volunteer EMS.
He is..
Jean M. Maxson
Published on: Monday, December 14, 2015
JEAN M. MAXSON
Jean M. Maxson 69 yrs. old of Holmesville, NY passed away on December 11, 2015 at MIB Hospital, Cooperstown, NY.
Jean was born on January 9, 1946, the daughter of Charles & Nettie (Lamphere) Kuhn. Her childhood was spent in the New Berlin and South New Berlin areas where she attended South New Berlin Central School.
On August 18, 1973 she married David Maxson who survives her.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Donald & Wendy Kuhn of South New Berlin as well as four grandchildren; Todd, Brittany, Brandon &..
Doris H. Fahy
Published on: Monday, December 14, 2015
DORIS H. FAHY
Doris H. Fahy, 95, of Sidney, went to be with the Lord on Thursday morning, December 10, 2015 at Tri-Town Regional Hospital in Sidney. Doris was born on March 9, 1920, daughter of the late Frank Waldo and Georgia Effie (Smith) Howe in Sidney.
She graduated from Sidney High School in 1938 and went on to receive her Bachelor of Education in 1943 and her Masters of Education in 1963, both from Oneonta State Teachers College.
In 1943, Doris began her teaching career at South New Berlin Central School where she taught fir..
Lucille Collins Hogan
Published on: Friday, December 11, 2015
LUCILLE C. HOGAN
SHERBURNE – Lucille Collins Hogan, 94, formerly of Sherburne, transitioned peacefully into the open arms of the Lord on Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at the Heritage Health Care Center in Utica.
She was born January 5, 1921 in Utica, a daughter of Ernest C. and Mable Sherwood Collins. She was a graduate of Sherburne High School and attended Syracuse University with a major in art. On September 9, 1942, Lucille married Cornelius N. “Neil” Hogan in St. Malachy’s Church, Sherburne. He predeceased her on November 27, 1966...
Kenneth C. Swartout
Published on: Friday, December 11, 2015
KENNETH C. SWARTOUT
OXFORD - Kenneth C. Swartout 90, of Oxford passed away Thursday morning, December 10, 2015 at the Oxford Veteran's Home in Oxford.
Ken was born in Hartwick, NY on February 10, 1925 the son of Cortland Kenneth Swartout and Mildred (Lyon) Swartout. During his childhood and the depression his family moved many times to different farms for work. When Ken was 16 he quit school to work at the Cathedral Farms in Oneonta, the Oneonta Bakery and anywhere else there was work until he was drafted by the U. S. Army at age 18. ..
Michele Smith
Published on: Wednesday, December 9, 2015
MICHELE SMITH
Michele Smith, 63 of East McDonough passed away on December 7, 2015 at Mt. Sinai Hospital, New York, NY. She was born on July 25, 1952 in Cortland, a daughter of the late Clifford and Joyce (Liddington) Michaud. On June 21, 1986 he she married Homer Smith, who passed away on September 12, 2013.
She is survived by her children, William Granger of Oxford, Paula Smith Nelson of Oxford, and Brian Smith of Corning, and; her grandchildren, Jenna Nelson, Trevor Nelson, Keegan Smith, Chase Smith and Bryn Smith; her brothers and ..
Harold W. Sines
Published on: Wednesday, December 9, 2015
HAROLD W. SINES
(June 22, 1929 - December 3, 2015)
Harold W. Sines, 86, passed away December 3, 2015 at Chamberburg Hospital in Chambersburg, PA.
Harold was born on June 22, 1929 in Walton, the son of the late Bertis and Mary (Fuller) Sines.
On October 15,1949 he married Beverly Teehan and together raised 10 children.
Harold was self-employed all his life. He began as a dairy farmer and while farming, started hauling hay to farmers.
His hay business grew and he became a licensed bonded hay dealer, purchasing a few tractors and becom..
Albert E. Pope Sr.
Published on: Wednesday, December 9, 2015
ABLERT E. POPE, SR
MT UPTON – Albert E. Pope, Sr., 78, of Mt. Upton, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2015. Friends are invited to call from 5:00-8:00pm on Thursday, December 10, 2015 at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main Street, Sidney. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Friday, December 11th at the funeral chapel. Burial will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Mt. Upton. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landersfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funera..
Edith May Kimball
Published on: Tuesday, December 8, 2015
EDITH MAY KIMBALL
FORT COLLINS, CO – Edith May Kimball, age 95, of Fort Collins, CO passed away on December 2, 2015. She was born December 23, 1919 in Greene, New York, and graduated from Greene High School. Edie met her husband, Richard Ben Kimball, Sr., in Greene as school sweethearts. They were married for 54 years before he preceded her in death in 1996. She dedicated her life to her family raising four children – Richard Jr. (Toni), Robert (Noelle), Ronald (Debbie) and Katherine (Jim). She lived in many places includ..
David L. Conklin
Published on: Tuesday, December 8, 2015
DAVID L. CONKLIN
GERMAN, NY – David L. Conklin, 61, of German, NY, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2015, at Lourde’s Hospital, Binghamton, NY, following a brief illness.
Born in Binghamton, NY, on September 17, 1954, David was a son of the late George Links and Rosa DeForest Conklin. He had been employed as a self-employed mechanic in the Cincinnatus area.
He is survived by his wife, Dianna Conklin; his brothers, Allen (Elna) Conklin of Rome, William Likens of Greene, and Dennis Likens of Greene; a sister, Darlene (David)..
A. Jean Gast
Published on: Tuesday, December 8, 2015
A. JEAN GAST
A. Jean Gast, 91, of Mariposa, passed away Friday at her home.
Surviving: her husband of 71 years, J. Arthur Gast of Mariposa; daughter Gloria (Dewey) Hakes of DeRuyter; sons Lynn of Hartwick and Douglas (Joan) of Stone Mountain, Georgia; sister Marjorie Reed, of Sun City, Arizona; as well as seven grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her sister , Virginia Whitmarsh.
The funeral service and calling hours date and times will be announced in the spring.
Smith Funeral Home, DeRuyter, has arrangem..
Betty L. Decker
Published on: Monday, December 7, 2015
BETTY L. DECKER
OXFORD – Betty L. Decker, 86 of Oxford, NY passed away on December 3, 2015 at her home with her family by her side. She was born on May 14, 1929 in Lambs Creek, PA a daughter of the late Charles and Wilda (Leadbitter) Palmer. On June 21, 1952 she married Cleo (Charley) Decker, who passed away on December 30, 2011.
She is survived by her children, Ellen, Betty, Penny and Robert, who loved her dearly. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren. Friends and family may share their memo..
Tina Ashton
Published on: Friday, December 4, 2015
TINA ASHTON
Tina K. Duell Ashton, 66, of South Plymouth, passed away Wednesday morning, December 2, 2015, at home with her family at her side.
Tina was born on September 8, 1949 in Norwich the daughter of Merton and Marian (Phillips) Duell. She was a life long resident of the Norwich area and had attended the Norwich schools. In her early working career Tina worked for a brief period of time for the Norwich Knitting Mill. In 1972 she gained employment with the Norwich Shoe Co. where she worked as their top quality control inspector and..
Doris E. Monroe
Published on: Thursday, December 3, 2015
DORIS E. MONROE
Doris E. Monroe, 88, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2015, at the Chase Memorial Nursing Home of New Berlin.
Doris was born in Preston on September 23, 1927 the daughter of George and Myra (Sisson) Brazee. She attended school in Kirk, Beaver Meadow and Oxford. On April 14, 1951 in South Plymouth she married Samuel Monroe who passed away in January of 1978. Over the years Doris babysat for many families in the area. She loved all children especially her nieces and nephews. She als..
Glenn Robert Wilson
Published on: Thursday, December 3, 2015
GLENN ROBERT WILSON
NEW LISBON – Glenn Robert Wilson, 79, of New Lisbon passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. Glenn was born in Garrattsville, NY, the son of Robert and Grace (Brimmer) Wilson. He grew up on the family farm where he continued to work for a short time after graduation. He married Patricia Bush on August 4, 1973 in Norwich, NY. Glenn worked for Kraft for a short time and later retired from Proctor & Gamble Pharmaceuticals after more than 30 years. Glenn e..
Oleta Diane Hess
Published on: Thursday, December 3, 2015
O. DIANE HESS
Oleta Diane Hess, 69, of East Pharsalia, passed away unexpectedly in Pennsylvania on November 20, 2015, with family by her side.
Born on January 7, 1946, in Ellisville, MS, Diane was the daughter of John C. and Minnie Lee (Edmonds) Williams. After completing high school, Diane attended Jones County Community College for two years, and began work at the college as a secretary soon thereafter. It was then that she went on a blind date with her future husband, Richard Hess, who was stationed in Pensacola, Fla during his service w..
Terrell Pidgeon
Published on: Thursday, December 3, 2015
TERRELL (TERRY) PIDGEON
Terry was born in Norwich, NY in 1954 and crossed over on November 24, 2015 after a very brave battle with cancer. He had lived in Wilmington, NC since 2001. Terry was the son of Norman and Myra Pidgeon. He is survived by his sister Cynthia Pidgeon of Sherburne, NY.
In 1977 he married Janet (Phetteplace) Pidgeon. Terry’s greatest joy was the family they created together. His three daughters were his heart and soul and he loved their husbands like sons. Katherine and Keith Harrelson, Andrea and Christopher Karn..
Rosemary Robbins Walrod
Published on: Thursday, December 3, 2015
ROSEMARY WALROD
Rosemary Robbins Walrod, 92, passed away November 28, 2015 at Crouse Community Center, Morrisville surrounded by family. Born in Otselic on April 4, 1923 to Gerald J. and Lena Miles Robbins, Rosemary graduated from Georgetown Central School in 1940. She completed coursework at Central City Business Institute, Syracuse and was employed as a secretary there during the 1940’s. Following her marriage, she returned to the family home in Otselic to raise her children. A dedicated volunteer, Rosemary served as a den mothe..
Artimese Mae Palmer
Published on: Thursday, December 3, 2015
ARTIMESE MAE PALMER
EARLVILLE – Artimese Mae Palmer, 82, formerly of Earlville, passed away Monday, November 30, 2015 at Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.
She was born February 5, 1933 in the Town of Guilford, a daughter of Ira and Gertrude Beckwith Bradley and received her education in local schools. Artimese married Ivan Jr. Smith, and later married Pearl H. Palmer who predeceased her on March 12, 1986. Artimese enjoyed making crafts and selling them at local fairs and carnivals. She was always available to help anyone in her communi..
William H. (“bill”) Winans, Sr
Published on: Wednesday, December 2, 2015
WILLIAM WINANS
William H. (“Bill”) Winans, Sr., 103, formerly of Randall Avenue, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Norwich.
Born November 5, 1912, in Oneonta, Bill was the son of Earle H. and Abbie (Wade) Winans. The family moved to Canajoharie, NY, in 1925 and Bill completed his schooling there. He immediately joined his father in the operation of his clothing store. In 1935, the business moved to Catskill, NY, and Bill worked there until 1942. He then went to wo..
Doris E. Monroe
Published on: Wednesday, December 2, 2015
DORIS E. MONROE
Doris E. Monroe, 88, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2015, at the Chase Memorial Nursing Home of New Berlin.
Doris was born in Preston on September 23, 1927 the daughter of George and Myra (Sisson) Brazee. She attended school in Kirk, Beaver Meadow and Oxford. On April 14, 1951 in South Plymouth she married Samuel Monroe who passed away in January of 1978. Over the years Doris babysat for many families in the area. She loved all children especially her nieces and nephews. She also e..
John E. Nial, Jr
Published on: Wednesday, December 2, 2015
JOHN E. NIAL JR.
John E. Nial, Jr., age 85, passed away at the NYS Veteran’s Home in Oxford, surrounded by family, on Sunday November 29th.
He was born July 21, 1930 in Mount Upton, NY to John and Frances (Bourn) Nial. He enlisted in the Navy when he was 17 and served in occupation forces after WWII in Europe and Asia from 1948 to 1950. From 1950 through 1952 served his country overseas in the Korean Conflict and from 1964-1967 during the Vietnam War. John retired from Greene Technologies, Greene, NY in 1996.
He is survived by ..
Lester E. Goodrich
Published on: Tuesday, December 1, 2015
LESTER E. GOODRICH
BAINBRIDGE – Lester E. Goodrich, 77, of Bainbridge, passed away at home on Sunday, November 29, 2015. He was born on July 24, 1938 in Unadilla, NY, son of the late Leslie and Mildred (Roberts) Goodrich. Les served his country honorably in the United State Air Force. He started a 30 year career as owner and operator of Les Goodrich Heating and Plumbing. On June 21, 1958, he married the late Delores “Bunny” Hendricks in Sidney. She predeceased him on December 12, 2005.
Lester was a longtime member of th..