Obituaries
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Today's Death Notices
Evelyn Jean Graves, 82, of Norwich
Richard R. Snow, 78, of Lake Placid
Last Week's Obituaries
Marie Francine Zupp
Published on: Monday, August 6, 2018Marie Francine Zupp of Norwich passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 2, 2018. Francine was 69 years old.
Born on April 17, 1949, in Bishopton, Quebec, Canada, Francine was the daughter of Hubert and Helene (Mercier) Grenier. In her youth, she moved with her family to the United States, settling in Carmel, NY.
At age 15, Francine discovered what would become her passion and profession -- hairdressing.
After graduating from Carmel High School, she earned her hairdressing certification and began her almost 50-year career as a hairdresser and stylist.
Prior to her death, Francine owned and operated Hairaphenalia Salon on Mitchell Street, just behind the Norwich YMCA. From the beginning she enjoyed her craft.
She cherished her employees and the many, many clients that she came to know over the years. She was loved by so many of those who came in contact with her during her career as a stylist and her impact on them will last long into the future.
On November 3, 1974, in Oneonta, NY, Francine married her beloved husband, Peter Zupp. Peter first met Francine in Carmel during a shuffleboard tournament; and soon after, they found themselves motorcycling and traveling to many places together.
Francine’s first love was traveling; and she started a small travel business named Broadway Bound, which fueled their passion for travel.
For over 43 years of marriage, their travels would expand to destinations on four continents and various exotic islands all over the world.
In addition to her work, she was also known as an activist. She fought for what she believed in by marching with her sister in protests. She also loved being active with her family, skiing, snowmobiling, motorcycling, bicycling, and scuba diving.
Not only was Francine creative as a stylist, but she enjoyed decorating, designing, sewing, and playing cards.
Francine is survived by her husband, Peter; her dearly beloved children, Christopher Zupp and his wife, Ashley, of Manchester, CT, and Alexandra Muserallo and her husband, Anthony, of Morrow, OH; her grandchildren, Inara and Thorin Zupp, of Manchester; and her siblings, Robert Grenier, of Stormville, N.Y., Denis Grenier and his wife, Susan, of Norwich, NY, Michelle Budzienski and her husband, John, of Gilford, NY, and Danielle Hesse, of Plano, TX; along with many nieces and nephews.
To honor Francine’s wishes, there will be no funeral services or calling hours.
A notification in the Evening Sun will be published at a later date to announce the celebration of Francine’s life.
Please consider a contribution in Francine’s memory to the Norwich Fire Department EMT, 31 East Main St., Norwich, NY 13815. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilson Funeral Home.
To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit: www.wilsonfh.com
James Vanderweyde
Published on: Monday, August 6, 2018James Vanderweyde passed away suddenly on August 4, 2018 at his home.
Arrangements are under direction of Root Funeral Home, 23 N. Chenango Street Greene NY 13778.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.rootfh.com.
Milton Allmendinger
Published on: Monday, August 6, 2018Milton Allmendinger, 93, of Greene, passed away on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Elizabeth Church Manor Nursing Home in Binghamton.
Services are under direction of Root Funeral Home, 23 North Chenango Street, Greene, New York 13778 and condolences may be sent to the family at www.rootfh.com.
Linda Forster
Published on: Tuesday, August 7, 2018Linda Forster, 63, of Oxford, passed away unexpectedly at her home on July 29, 2018.
Linda was born in Norwich, NY a daughter of the late Oscar and Betty (Gibbons) Schaefer. Linda was predeceased by her parents and by her brother and sister Joanne Schraft and Jimmy Schafer.
Linda is survived by her daughter Hannah Dean, her son James Dean, and her grandchildren Emmah Towndrow and Blake Dean. She is also survived by her sister Kimberly Walker and her brother John Schafer. Also surviving Linda is her boyfriend Nate Twitchell and many loving nieces and nephews.
In her teen years and early 20’s she traveled, raced cars, and partied and had a good time.
When she had her children were born, she raised them by herself! She took the family hiking, fishing and camping all the time.
Later in life, she enjoyed spending time with her family and going on with her daughter and granddaughter.
She was an amazing mother, Nona, daughter and sister.
A memorial service will be held at the Behe Funeral Home, 21 Main St., Oxford on Thursday, August 9, 2018 at 3:00 PM with Pastor Rich Howard officiating.
Friends may call at the Behe Funeral Home on Thursday from 2:00 PM until the time of the service.
Friends and family may share their memories and condolences by visiting www.behefuneralhome.com
Milton R. Allmendinger
Published on: Wednesday, August 8, 2018Milton R. Allmendinger, 93, of Greene, formerly of Oxford, died Saturday August 4th 2018 at Elizabeth Church Manor.
Milton served his country as a Marine during WWII and was stationed in London, England during the “Blitz”.
While in London, he met and married Violet Joyce Skeats.
He returned home to work for the Delaware and Hudson RR for a period of time before working at NYSEG for 34 years.
Milton is survived by his wife, Geraldine; daughters, Marion (Garland) Francis, Hope (Gary) Bazer, Meryt Allmendinger (Sharon deRoeck), Cathy Lamb; son, Roger (Diane) Allmendinger; seven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren and nine great-great- grandchildren.
He was pre-deceased in death by his parents, four brothers and wives, Anna and Joyce.
While raising their family in Oxford New York, Milton became a very active “Life Time Legion Member”.
He held many offices over the years, including Post Commander. Some of our favorite memories of him are placing flags on Veterans graves and marching in our village parades.
Milton’s love of his country, nature, gardening, carpentry, and pets has been handed down through his family.
We will miss you Dad.. A small memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under direction of Root Funeral Home 23 N. Chenango Street, Greene New York 13778 and condolences may be sent to the family at www.rootfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Milton’s name can be made to Every Dog’s Dream Rescue c/o Audrey Woerter 1270 State Highway 206 Greene, NY 13778.
Joseph R. Collins
Published on: Wednesday, August 8, 2018Joseph R. Collins, 60, of Norwich passed away Saturday, July 28, 2018, at his home in Norwich with his family at his side.
Joe was born on July 15, 1958 in Baltimore, MD the son of Robert and Martha (Palm) Collins.
He grew up in Baltimore where he attended the local schools.
Additionally Joe served his country in the United Army from which he was honorably discharged.
His working career was with Bank of America in Philadelphia where he served as Vice President until his retirement.
Joe and his wife Dana have made their home in Norwich for the past several years.
In 1977 Joe married Dana Lynn Walker who survives.
Besides his wife Dana, he is survived by his children; Robert Collins, Christopher (Ola) Collins, Jennifer (Brent) Wessels and Sara (Joe) Ryan. Also surviving are his sisters Mary Collins, Madeline Collins, Catherine (Jim) Albertina, Joanne (Andy) Tolpa, brothers Timothy (Sue) Collins, Patrick (Joann) Collins, Michael (Terry) Collins and Gerard (Pam) Collins, 8 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.
A celebration of Joe’s life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are with the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home.
Donald P. Carr
Published on: Wednesday, August 8, 2018Donald P. Carr, Sr. formerly of Greene passed away on August 4, 2018 at Bridgewater Nursing and Rehab Center, Binghamton.
At his request graveside services only, will be held on Friday, August 10, 2018 at Shore Family Cemetery in McDonough at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Larry Cronk officiating.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Behe Funeral Home, 21 Main St., Oxford, NY.
Friends and family may share their memories and condolences by visiting www.behefuneralhome.com
Steven Jason Wright
Published on: Thursday, August 9, 2018Steven Jason Wright, age 46 of Sevierville, Tennessee passed away Friday, August 3, 2018. He was an 8 year veteran of the United States Air Force.
He was employed by Food City Store in Sevierville.
Steven was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Elwyn and Pauline Manley and paternal grandparents Ralph and Elizabeth Law, all or Norwich, New York.
Survivors include his son Brandon Taylor Wright of Houston, TX; parents Earl Richard and Marie C. Wright of Sevierville; aunts and uncles Lawrence and Ruth Wright, Kenneth and Kelly Law of Norwich, NY, James Law, Judith Wright of North Carolina, Kenneth and Gloria Manley of Norwich, NY; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to Chenango County SPCA, 6160 County Road 32, Norwich, NY 13815.
Services will be held at a later date in New York. Online condolences may be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com
Carol Ann (deforest) Tiffany
Published on: Thursday, August 9, 2018Carol Ann (DeForest) Tiffany was born June 17, 1954 in New Berlin, New York. She was a devoted CNA for 30-plus years. She went home to be with the Lord on May 23, 2018.
She leaves memories to be cherished by her husband, Carl, of 46 years, her two children, Kevin Tiffany and Tanya Hulion; her two grandchildren, Nikki and Evan; her great granddaughter, Baylee; her mother, Clementine DeForest; six brothers and sisters: Jr. DeForest, Jim DeForest, Sheila Bell, Tina Aikman, Carl DeForest, and John DeForest. She is preceded in death by her father, Gerald DeForest Sr., and her brother and sister, Johnny and Christine DeForest.
She will be missed dearly by her faithful dog Mr. T.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that a donation be made to Hospice or your favorite state park in Carol’s name.
A memorial service was held 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at Moose Haven, 1701 Park Ave Orange Park, Florida. Please leave words of comfort at www.hollyhillfunerals.com.
David L. Rogers
Published on: Thursday, August 9, 2018David L. Rogers, 75, of Smyrna/Plymouth passed away Tuesday evening, August 7, 2018, at the Chase Memorial Nursing Home in New Berlin.
A funeral service for Dave will be held on Monday, August 13 at 1:00 pm from the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the South Side Cemetery of Plymouth.
Friends may call at the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home on Monday from 11-1 pm.
A complete obituary for Dave will appear in the Friday edition of the Evening Sun.
David L. Rogers
Published on: Friday, August 10, 2018David L. Rogers, 75, of Smyrna/Plymouth passed away Tuesday evening, August 7, 2018, at the Chase Memorial Nursing Home in New Berlin.
Dave was born on November 3, 1942 in Norwich the son of George A. and Edith (Franklin) Rogers.
He spent his entire life in the Plymouth, Smyrna and Norwich area and was a graduate of the Norwich High School.
On November 3, 1962 in Plymouth he married Beverly Benedict.
Following his marriage he worked on his own farm and eventually worked his in-laws farm.
In the early 1970’s Dave went to work for the Chenango County Highway Dept. until his retirement in June of 1999.
Dave enjoyed joking around and people in general.
He like to help out on the farm, go coon hunting, watching sports and eating his ice cream.
Dave is survived by his wife Beverly, his children; Amy (Tom) Donnison of Sherburne, Sherri Hill of Plymouth, Debbie Thompson of Plymouth, Karen Rogers of Plymouth, Brian (Samantha) Rogers of Earlville, Dale Rogers of Plymouth and Marc Rogers of Plymouth. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
A funeral service for Dave will be held on Monday, August 13, at 1:00 pm from the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home.
Interment will follow in the South Side Cemetery of Plymouth. Friends may call at the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home on Monday from 11-1 p.m.
Please consider memorial contributions to Just 1 Tear, 312 Hopkins-Crandall Road, Smyrna, NY 13464.
Justine D. Adams
Published on: Friday, August 10, 2018Justine D. Adams, 94, of Norwich passed away on Thursday August 9, 2018.
Arrangements are incomplete and have been entrusted to R.J. Fahy Funeral Home.
A full obituary will appear in a later edition of The Evening Sun.
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