Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of Oct. 15:
Elvin S. Brubacher, age 60 years, 5 months and 8 days, entered into rest Oct. 10, 2025.
Family, friends and neighbors called Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the family home, 4013 Dundee-Himrod Road, Himrod.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the Eastview Mennonite Church.
Elvin was born May 2, 1965, a son of Ivan S. and Elva Brubacher. He was a member of Eastview Mennonite Church. Elvin owned and operated B&H Builders and El-Mar Farm.
Elvin is survived by his wife, Mary H. Brubacher; children, Warren (Elaine) Brubacher of Penn Yan, RosAnna (Clinton) Sauder of Branchport, Mervin (Susan) Brubacher of Dundee, Stanley Brubacher at home, Lavon (Karen) Brubacher of Dundee, Jay Evan Brubacher, Wilson Brubacher and Vernon Ray Brubacher and Michael Brubacher, all at home; 15 grandchildren; his parents, Ivan S. and Elva W. Brubacher of Narvon, Pennsylvania; siblings, Leon (Florence) Brubacher of Himrod, Stephen (Elsie) Brubacher of Chula, Missouri, Joanna (Johnathan) Nolt of Pembroke, Kentucky, Vernon (Martha) Brubacher of Narvon, Pennsylvania and Edwin (Esther) Brubacher of Narvon, Pennsylvania.
Elvin was predeceased by a stillborn granddaughter, Marcy Dawn Sauder.
The family is being assisted by the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home of Gorham.
Family, friends and neighbors called Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the family home, 4013 Dundee-Himrod Road, Himrod.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the Eastview Mennonite Church.
Elvin was born May 2, 1965, a son of Ivan S. and Elva Brubacher. He was a member of Eastview Mennonite Church. Elvin owned and operated B&H Builders and El-Mar Farm.
Elvin is survived by his wife, Mary H. Brubacher; children, Warren (Elaine) Brubacher of Penn Yan, RosAnna (Clinton) Sauder of Branchport, Mervin (Susan) Brubacher of Dundee, Stanley Brubacher at home, Lavon (Karen) Brubacher of Dundee, Jay Evan Brubacher, Wilson Brubacher and Vernon Ray Brubacher and Michael Brubacher, all at home; 15 grandchildren; his parents, Ivan S. and Elva W. Brubacher of Narvon, Pennsylvania; siblings, Leon (Florence) Brubacher of Himrod, Stephen (Elsie) Brubacher of Chula, Missouri, Joanna (Johnathan) Nolt of Pembroke, Kentucky, Vernon (Martha) Brubacher of Narvon, Pennsylvania and Edwin (Esther) Brubacher of Narvon, Pennsylvania.
Elvin was predeceased by a stillborn granddaughter, Marcy Dawn Sauder.
The family is being assisted by the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home of Gorham.
Betty J. Buckley, 95, of Watkins Glen passed away Oct. 11, 2025.
She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Elmer Buckley, in 2013. She was also predeceased by sons-in-law Lyle Dencenburg and Dean Thompson, daughter and son-in-law Connie and Richard Rexford, daughter-in-law Susie Buckley and daughter Shirley (Corriveau) Walker.She is survived by her children, Linda Dencenburg of Tyrone, Catherine Thompson of Reading Center, Chester Buckley (Helen) of Watkins Glen, Gordon Buckley (Tami Sue) of Beaver Dams and Carl Buckley of Watkins Glen; 27 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. Fourth St., Watkins Glen, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, followed by a funeral service at 1 p.m. and burial at Union Cemetery of Hector in Burdett. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
You may express condolences to the family or share a memory of Betty online at www.RoyceChedzoy.com.
Francis Louis Kotmel, 81, of Montour Falls passed away in his home, surrounded by his three children, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 at 5 p.m.
Francis was born April 22, 1944 in Montour Falls to his mother Elsa (Sniszek) Kotmel and his father John Kotmel.
He grew up in a house filled with love and laughter where he was the youngest child of the family, with two older brothers, John and Vincent. He often spoke of the other children he grew up with as well; the many foster brothers his parents took in over the years. Regardless of his companions on any given day, he spent most of his youth hunting, fishing and enjoying the many acres of land surrounding his home “up on the hill.”
Even when he almost lost his leg in a hunting accident that left BBs from a 12 gauge shotgun shell in his leg, he never gave up his love for nature.
He attended Odessa-Montour Central High School, where he was the last of the “four lettermen” having run track as well as having played football, basketball, and baseball. In 1985 he was inducted into the OMCS Sports Hall of Fame and often happily reminisced about his years as a star athlete.
Upon graduation, he earned a scholarship to Ithaca College where he earned a BS in Physical Education. After that he worked as a teacher, and athletic director at Whitesville High School where took a rag tag basketball team well into the state championship tournament.
For years after that Fran worked as the recreational coordinator at Sampson which was a state institution for adults with special needs where he was able to help people who had been left and forgotten to live meaningful lives filled with music, games, and love.
Fran held many positions after that in a wide variety of fields. He worked as a carpenter, a salesman, and businessman. For 10 years he also worked as a property development director for the Seven Lakes Girl Scout Council, building countless unique campgrounds for girls across New York to enjoy, including a treehouse camp.
At around the age of 40 he left the stability of a full time position and ventured into entrepreneurship. He founded two companies. One was Overview Construction and the other was The Family Tree Company. He owned several properties in NYS as well as one in Florida. Even then, he took on new challenges and responsibilities by helping to start a Physical Rehabilitation Center in Lakeland, Florida where he worked as a consultant and a kinesiotherapist. He did similar work in Dublin, Georgia at the VA as well.
When he finally retired he moved back up from Florida to live on the land where he and all his children were raised.
While he held many occupational positions over the years, the titles most important to him were son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a family man through and through.
Francis was also a devoted friend and would gladly lend a hand to anyone in need.
He carried on his parents’ legacy by taking in and caring for children within the community, and always providing a warm bed and an abundance of food and love for those in need. His grandchildren called him “Super Poppy” because of his many heroic feats and narrow escapes from injury and death throughout the years. But sadly, even our heroes must pass from this earth eventually.
Francis was predeceased by his wife Carol, father, John, his mother Elsa, and his brothers John and Vincent.
He is survived by his daughters, Kelly Andrea Kotmel-King and Karen Elizabeth Sherrard; his son, Michael Francis Kotmel; and his nine grandchildren, Aaron King, Joshua King, Jacob King, Nicholas King, Kason Sherrard, Adison Sherrard, Krislyn Kotmel, Maddux Kotmel, and Ryker Kotmel, and one great-grandchild, Roselyn May Langlais-King. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Lovina Kotmel and her four children, Vince Jr., Moe, Brian, and Kathy as well as his eldest brother’s son John Kotmel.
Francis has left a legacy of love, joy, compassion, acceptance, and a deep reverence for this miraculous thing we call life.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Francis’s name to the American Cancer Society.
A celebration of life will be held around Thanksgiving at the family home. Details will be shared ASAP. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.RoyceChedzoy.com. Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home of Watkins Glen is assisting the family.
Francis was born April 22, 1944 in Montour Falls to his mother Elsa (Sniszek) Kotmel and his father John Kotmel.
He grew up in a house filled with love and laughter where he was the youngest child of the family, with two older brothers, John and Vincent. He often spoke of the other children he grew up with as well; the many foster brothers his parents took in over the years. Regardless of his companions on any given day, he spent most of his youth hunting, fishing and enjoying the many acres of land surrounding his home “up on the hill.”
Even when he almost lost his leg in a hunting accident that left BBs from a 12 gauge shotgun shell in his leg, he never gave up his love for nature.
He attended Odessa-Montour Central High School, where he was the last of the “four lettermen” having run track as well as having played football, basketball, and baseball. In 1985 he was inducted into the OMCS Sports Hall of Fame and often happily reminisced about his years as a star athlete.
Upon graduation, he earned a scholarship to Ithaca College where he earned a BS in Physical Education. After that he worked as a teacher, and athletic director at Whitesville High School where took a rag tag basketball team well into the state championship tournament.
For years after that Fran worked as the recreational coordinator at Sampson which was a state institution for adults with special needs where he was able to help people who had been left and forgotten to live meaningful lives filled with music, games, and love.
Fran held many positions after that in a wide variety of fields. He worked as a carpenter, a salesman, and businessman. For 10 years he also worked as a property development director for the Seven Lakes Girl Scout Council, building countless unique campgrounds for girls across New York to enjoy, including a treehouse camp.
At around the age of 40 he left the stability of a full time position and ventured into entrepreneurship. He founded two companies. One was Overview Construction and the other was The Family Tree Company. He owned several properties in NYS as well as one in Florida. Even then, he took on new challenges and responsibilities by helping to start a Physical Rehabilitation Center in Lakeland, Florida where he worked as a consultant and a kinesiotherapist. He did similar work in Dublin, Georgia at the VA as well.
When he finally retired he moved back up from Florida to live on the land where he and all his children were raised.
While he held many occupational positions over the years, the titles most important to him were son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a family man through and through.
Francis was also a devoted friend and would gladly lend a hand to anyone in need.
He carried on his parents’ legacy by taking in and caring for children within the community, and always providing a warm bed and an abundance of food and love for those in need. His grandchildren called him “Super Poppy” because of his many heroic feats and narrow escapes from injury and death throughout the years. But sadly, even our heroes must pass from this earth eventually.
Francis was predeceased by his wife Carol, father, John, his mother Elsa, and his brothers John and Vincent.
He is survived by his daughters, Kelly Andrea Kotmel-King and Karen Elizabeth Sherrard; his son, Michael Francis Kotmel; and his nine grandchildren, Aaron King, Joshua King, Jacob King, Nicholas King, Kason Sherrard, Adison Sherrard, Krislyn Kotmel, Maddux Kotmel, and Ryker Kotmel, and one great-grandchild, Roselyn May Langlais-King. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Lovina Kotmel and her four children, Vince Jr., Moe, Brian, and Kathy as well as his eldest brother’s son John Kotmel.
Francis has left a legacy of love, joy, compassion, acceptance, and a deep reverence for this miraculous thing we call life.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Francis’s name to the American Cancer Society.
A celebration of life will be held around Thanksgiving at the family home. Details will be shared ASAP. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.RoyceChedzoy.com. Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home of Watkins Glen is assisting the family.
Edna Catherine Schenck, 96, of Dundee passed away peacefully in her sleep Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at The Homestead in Penn Yan.
Honoring her wishes there will be no prior calling hours or public service. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Wayne Fire Dept. or Volunteer Ambulance, P.O. Box 91, Wayne, NY 14893.
Edna was born Sept. 15, 1929 in the town of Potter, one of nine children of Charles Frederick “Archie” and Mary Elizabeth (Webster) McFall. On Aug. 18, 1950 in the Dundee Baptist Church she married Frederick David Schenck, who passed away Nov. 5, 1993. A lifelong area resident, Edna was employed for many years by Seneca Foods, in Dundee, retiring in 1994. A perfectionist by nature, she enjoyed quilting, sewing, and gardening, but her favorite time was spent as a professional baby sitter for her many grandchildren.
She is loved and will be dearly missed by two sons, Gary F. Schenck of Barrington and Richard D. (Patty) Schenck of Orwell, New York; two daughters, Kathy L. (Scott) Pratt of Wayne with whom she made her home in her final years; and Rita D. (Jon Sullivan) Schenck of Sugar Hill, New York; six grandchildren, Michael Pratt, Jessica Stott, Jackquelyn Woodard, Stephanie Mann, Nicole Schenck and Caitlin Middlebrook; six great-grandchildren; four very dear great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides her husband and parents, she was predeceased by an infant son Michael J. Schenck in 1954, an infant daughter Connie L Schenck in 1956; all of her siblings, four sisters and four brothers, and numerous in-laws.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
Honoring her wishes there will be no prior calling hours or public service. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Wayne Fire Dept. or Volunteer Ambulance, P.O. Box 91, Wayne, NY 14893.
Edna was born Sept. 15, 1929 in the town of Potter, one of nine children of Charles Frederick “Archie” and Mary Elizabeth (Webster) McFall. On Aug. 18, 1950 in the Dundee Baptist Church she married Frederick David Schenck, who passed away Nov. 5, 1993. A lifelong area resident, Edna was employed for many years by Seneca Foods, in Dundee, retiring in 1994. A perfectionist by nature, she enjoyed quilting, sewing, and gardening, but her favorite time was spent as a professional baby sitter for her many grandchildren.
She is loved and will be dearly missed by two sons, Gary F. Schenck of Barrington and Richard D. (Patty) Schenck of Orwell, New York; two daughters, Kathy L. (Scott) Pratt of Wayne with whom she made her home in her final years; and Rita D. (Jon Sullivan) Schenck of Sugar Hill, New York; six grandchildren, Michael Pratt, Jessica Stott, Jackquelyn Woodard, Stephanie Mann, Nicole Schenck and Caitlin Middlebrook; six great-grandchildren; four very dear great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides her husband and parents, she was predeceased by an infant son Michael J. Schenck in 1954, an infant daughter Connie L Schenck in 1956; all of her siblings, four sisters and four brothers, and numerous in-laws.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
Laura R. Vanaman, 97, wife of the late Rev. Gerald Vanaman, of Dundee was reunited with her Lord and Savior and her husband Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
Honoring her wishes, there will be no prior calling hours. She will be buried in the Barrington Community Church Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. in the Barrington Community Church, 4560 Old Bath Road, Dundee, with her son-in-law Deacon Carl Clark officiating.
She requested no flowers, but rather those wishing to send memorial contributions to either the Barrington Community Church, P.O. Box 73, Dundee, NY 14837 or the Lamoka Lake Baptist Camp P.O. Box 70, Tyrone, NY 14887.
Laura was born May 22, 1928 in North East, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Earl and Ethel (Smith) Crawford. She graduated from Homer High School in 1945, continuing her education graduating from Practical Bible College in Johnson City in 1952. On June 21, 1953 in Cortland she married her soul mate Gerald F. Vanaman. They have lived locally since 1956, previously of Meadville, Pennsylvania. Together, they became the pillars of the Barrington Church. As the minister’s wife, Mrs. Vanaman was very active in the church, as choir director, Sunday school teacher, and instrumental in the youth programs. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing and quilting. For many years, she worked with the late John Thomas bundling grape cuttings for nurseries.
She is dearly loved and will be forever missed by two sons, John C. (Maureen) Vanaman of Penn Yan and James E. Vanaman of Lakemont; two daughters, Cindy L. (Carl) Clark of Dundee and Lynda R. (James) Parsons also of Penn Yan; six grandchildren, Michael Vanaman, K-Leigh Vanaman, Shalyn Miller, Casandra Harris, Courtney Sullivan and Shanika Clark; 11 great-grandchildren, Hannah Vanaman, James McFall, Aubree Harris, Clare Vanaman, Desmond Jimenez, Adaleigh Sullivan, Parker Turner, MaryJane Miller, Joseph Miller III, Oakley Sullivan and Preslee Sullivan; along with several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband on July 1, 2018; her daughter-in-law Rose Marie Vanaman on July 19, 2012, a brother George Crawford during WWII; and two sisters, Blanche Hughston of Homer, New York, and Shirley Owen of Canastota, New York.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
Honoring her wishes, there will be no prior calling hours. She will be buried in the Barrington Community Church Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. in the Barrington Community Church, 4560 Old Bath Road, Dundee, with her son-in-law Deacon Carl Clark officiating.
She requested no flowers, but rather those wishing to send memorial contributions to either the Barrington Community Church, P.O. Box 73, Dundee, NY 14837 or the Lamoka Lake Baptist Camp P.O. Box 70, Tyrone, NY 14887.
Laura was born May 22, 1928 in North East, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Earl and Ethel (Smith) Crawford. She graduated from Homer High School in 1945, continuing her education graduating from Practical Bible College in Johnson City in 1952. On June 21, 1953 in Cortland she married her soul mate Gerald F. Vanaman. They have lived locally since 1956, previously of Meadville, Pennsylvania. Together, they became the pillars of the Barrington Church. As the minister’s wife, Mrs. Vanaman was very active in the church, as choir director, Sunday school teacher, and instrumental in the youth programs. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing and quilting. For many years, she worked with the late John Thomas bundling grape cuttings for nurseries.
She is dearly loved and will be forever missed by two sons, John C. (Maureen) Vanaman of Penn Yan and James E. Vanaman of Lakemont; two daughters, Cindy L. (Carl) Clark of Dundee and Lynda R. (James) Parsons also of Penn Yan; six grandchildren, Michael Vanaman, K-Leigh Vanaman, Shalyn Miller, Casandra Harris, Courtney Sullivan and Shanika Clark; 11 great-grandchildren, Hannah Vanaman, James McFall, Aubree Harris, Clare Vanaman, Desmond Jimenez, Adaleigh Sullivan, Parker Turner, MaryJane Miller, Joseph Miller III, Oakley Sullivan and Preslee Sullivan; along with several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband on July 1, 2018; her daughter-in-law Rose Marie Vanaman on July 19, 2012, a brother George Crawford during WWII; and two sisters, Blanche Hughston of Homer, New York, and Shirley Owen of Canastota, New York.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
Death notices
Elvin S. Brubacher, 60, of Himrod, Oct. 10, 2025. Arrangements by Perkins-Ames Funeral Home, Gorham.
Betty J. Buckley, 95, of Watkins Glen, Oct. 11, 2025. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Francis Louis Kotmel, 81, of Montour Falls, Oct. 1, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Francis Louis Kotmel, 81, of Montour Falls, Oct. 1, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
CAROL L. (TAYLOR) ROBINSON, 57, of Pulteney, Oct. 4, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Bishop-Johnston & DeSanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport.
Edna C. Schenck, 96, of Dundee, Oct. 10, 2025 at The Homestead. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
Laura R. Vanaman, 97, of Dundee, Oct. 10, 2025. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
Edna C. Schenck, 96, of Dundee, Oct. 10, 2025 at The Homestead. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
Laura R. Vanaman, 97, of Dundee, Oct. 10, 2025. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of Oct. 8:
Charles F. Martz, 94, of Dundee passed away Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 at Keuka Comfort Care Home in Penn Yan.
Honoring his wishes there will be no calling hours or public service. He will be interred in Hillside Cemetery in Dundee at the convenience of his family.
Those wishing to make memorial contributions in his name may consider Dundee Fire Company Emergency Squad, 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837, or the Keuka Comfort Care Home, P.O. Box, 107, Penn Yan, NY 14527.
Charles was born Aug. 28, 1931 in Seneca Falls, the only child of Charles C. and Gertrude (Rhodes) Martz. On Sept. 30, 1951 in Penn Yan, he married the love of his life, soul mate Joanne P. Barr. They enjoyed just shy of 69 years of marriage when she passed away Aug. 27, 2020, the day before his birthday. It was only fitting that he passed away the day before what would have been their 74th anniversary, in time to go and find her for eternity.
Charlie was employed by Watkins Salt Co. and built his own home with the help of family and friends, getting some of the materials from Sampson Barracks that were being torn down. He then started working for Cadwell Construction as a carpenter, built his garage the same way and remodeled the interior of his home over the years. In 1963 he began work at Mercury Aircraft of Hammondsport for 26 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of the Dundee Methodist Church, Seneca Lake Duck Hunters, the Bath Coin Club, and a devoted member of S.T.B.A. Southern Tier Bluegrass Assoc. His love of music which he shared with his wife, and passed down to his children and grandchildren was his true joy in life. They also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping whenever able.
He is survived by two sons, Charles W. Martz with whom he made his home, and Chris F. Martz; a grandson Shawn Martz, both of Dundee; a great-grandson Zeth Ryean Martz of Mount Morris, New York and three great-great-grandchildren; along with two of 20 in-laws, and numerous nieces, nephews, and one of five cousins.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
Honoring his wishes there will be no calling hours or public service. He will be interred in Hillside Cemetery in Dundee at the convenience of his family.
Those wishing to make memorial contributions in his name may consider Dundee Fire Company Emergency Squad, 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837, or the Keuka Comfort Care Home, P.O. Box, 107, Penn Yan, NY 14527.
Charles was born Aug. 28, 1931 in Seneca Falls, the only child of Charles C. and Gertrude (Rhodes) Martz. On Sept. 30, 1951 in Penn Yan, he married the love of his life, soul mate Joanne P. Barr. They enjoyed just shy of 69 years of marriage when she passed away Aug. 27, 2020, the day before his birthday. It was only fitting that he passed away the day before what would have been their 74th anniversary, in time to go and find her for eternity.
Charlie was employed by Watkins Salt Co. and built his own home with the help of family and friends, getting some of the materials from Sampson Barracks that were being torn down. He then started working for Cadwell Construction as a carpenter, built his garage the same way and remodeled the interior of his home over the years. In 1963 he began work at Mercury Aircraft of Hammondsport for 26 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of the Dundee Methodist Church, Seneca Lake Duck Hunters, the Bath Coin Club, and a devoted member of S.T.B.A. Southern Tier Bluegrass Assoc. His love of music which he shared with his wife, and passed down to his children and grandchildren was his true joy in life. They also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping whenever able.
He is survived by two sons, Charles W. Martz with whom he made his home, and Chris F. Martz; a grandson Shawn Martz, both of Dundee; a great-grandson Zeth Ryean Martz of Mount Morris, New York and three great-great-grandchildren; along with two of 20 in-laws, and numerous nieces, nephews, and one of five cousins.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
Velma Marie (Myers) Pratt, 85, of Watkins Glen, lately at Bethany Village in Horseheads, passed away peacefully Sept. 29, 2025.
Marie was born April 6, 1940, the only child of Clarence and Emma Rummerfield. A military family, they lived in many places around the country, ending up in Mount Holly, New Jersey.She was predeceased by her first husband Michael F. Myers, second husband Bernard Pratt, and third husband Lemuel Myers. She is survived by four children and their spouses, Michael (Terri) Myers of Burdett, Kathy (Easton) Martin of Jacksonville, Florida, Thomas (Kim) Myers of Sayre, Pennsylvania and Joseph Myers of Clearfield, Utah; also nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Marie’s family would like to give a special thank you to the staff of Bethany Courtyards Assisted Living for their kind and compassionate care.
At the family’s request, there are no funeral services. You may leave condolences for the family in her guestbook at www.RoyceChedzoy.com. Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home of Watkins Glen is assisting the family.
Death notices
William T. Atwood Sr., 88, of Montour Falls, Oct, 2, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Signa M. Bauman, 93, of Watkins Glen, Oct. 2, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Carolyn Knowlton, 85, of Watkins Glen, Oct. 2, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Signa M. Bauman, 93, of Watkins Glen, Oct. 2, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Carolyn Knowlton, 85, of Watkins Glen, Oct. 2, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
CHARLES F. MARTZ, 94, of Dundee, Sept. 29, 2025 at Keuka Comfort Care Home, Penn Yan. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
VELMA M. (MYERS) PRATT, 85, of Watkins Glen, Sept. 29, at Bethany Village, Horseheads.
VELMA M. (MYERS) PRATT, 85, of Watkins Glen, Sept. 29, at Bethany Village, Horseheads.
ADDA M. WALCZAK, 98, of Hammondsport, Sept. 23, 2025 at Highland Hospital ICU, Rochester. Arrangements by Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport.
Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of Oct. 1:
It is with profound sadness that the family of Frances “Fran” E. Secord, announces her passing Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025 at the age of 79, after a year-long battle with lung cancer.
Fran was born May 11, 1946 in Montour Falls to Harry and Ruth (Bement) Tuttle.
Fran retired from Cornell University’s NYS School of Industrial Labor and Relations after 28 years of employment. She was a member of Burdett Presbyterian Church, volunteered at the Office for the Aging, and Wags to Riches. She also enjoyed baking cookies for the weekly “coffee club” meetings at Burger King.
Fran is survived by her daughter Michele; a grandson, MacKenzie; great-granddaughters, Ariah and Victoria; brothers, Jim and Harold Tuttle; her best gal pals, Mary Lou Rappleye and Marion Stallings; along with her favorite niece, Diane Carl.
Fran is predeceased by her parents; her loving husband, Harold; brothers, Charlie, Bucky, Herbie, Bobby, and Jack; and sisters, Ellen Voorhees, Ruth Anna Smith and Jeanne Payne.
A celebration of life “Coffee Hour” will be held Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9-11 a.m. at the Burdett Fire Department, 4124 Lake Ave., Burdett. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Burdett Presbyterian Church, 3995 Church St., Burdett, NY 14818, the Burdett Fire Department, 4124 Lake Ave., Burdett, NY 14818 and/or the Human Society of Schuyler County, 124 Marina Dr., Montour Falls, NY 14865.
Fran was born May 11, 1946 in Montour Falls to Harry and Ruth (Bement) Tuttle.
Fran retired from Cornell University’s NYS School of Industrial Labor and Relations after 28 years of employment. She was a member of Burdett Presbyterian Church, volunteered at the Office for the Aging, and Wags to Riches. She also enjoyed baking cookies for the weekly “coffee club” meetings at Burger King.
Fran is survived by her daughter Michele; a grandson, MacKenzie; great-granddaughters, Ariah and Victoria; brothers, Jim and Harold Tuttle; her best gal pals, Mary Lou Rappleye and Marion Stallings; along with her favorite niece, Diane Carl.
Fran is predeceased by her parents; her loving husband, Harold; brothers, Charlie, Bucky, Herbie, Bobby, and Jack; and sisters, Ellen Voorhees, Ruth Anna Smith and Jeanne Payne.
A celebration of life “Coffee Hour” will be held Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9-11 a.m. at the Burdett Fire Department, 4124 Lake Ave., Burdett. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Burdett Presbyterian Church, 3995 Church St., Burdett, NY 14818, the Burdett Fire Department, 4124 Lake Ave., Burdett, NY 14818 and/or the Human Society of Schuyler County, 124 Marina Dr., Montour Falls, NY 14865.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com.
Chad P. Sheehan, 52, of Penn Yan passed away Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
He leaves behind his parents Cheryl and John “Pete” Sheehan whom he loved and adored, his brothers Sam and his partner Heather, and Kevin, who were always by his side, and his beloved nieces and nephews, Sadie, Hunter, Tinley and Eloise; his aunts and uncles Patricia, David Cermack, and Brenda, Parker Reynolds, his cousins, and countless number of friends. He was a longtime loving pet parent and leaves behind a much adored beagle named Snoopy, who misses him immensely already.
Chad was predeceased by his grandparents, John and Ellen Nelson Sheehan, and Albert and Eva Richards Curtis; and uncles, Albert Curtis Jr. and Dewey “Punky” Curtis. Chad was an eternal optimist. This was best exemplified by his absolute love of the Buffalo Bills. At the start of every season, he let everyone know it was going to be their year. Inevitably when that didn’t happen, there was always next year. He will forever be heard proclaiming “Bills Rule All,” and to his nephew Hunter, “Always carry a big stick and kick ass!” Chad’s greatest achievements came personally as he overcame a debilitating accident in 1995, with the overwhelming support of the Penn Yan community, his family and friends. His subsequent determination was the stuff of legend, leading him to intensely focus on his academics as he pursued and was awarded his associate’s degree from FLCC in human services, followed by a bachelor’s degree in organizational management at Keuka College, then an MBA from the University of Phoenix and a master’s degree in social work from Fordham University. Chad used his knowledge and compassion to impact those he served.
Chad worked as a case manager at Finger Lakes Health, and was just weeks away of achieving his ultimate goal as a licensed therapist, a care management supervisor at Mozaic, an adjunct professor at Keuka and Corning Colleges, and as a NYS real estate broker. He was also invited to speak annually to the high school students of Penn Yan Academy.
Calling hours will be Friday, Oct. 17 from 5-8 p.m. at Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St., Penn Yan, and again the following day (Saturday, Oct. 18) from 12-1 p.m. with a service immediately following beginning at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. A celebration of life will follow at the Penn Yan Elks Club in Penn Yan on the same day.
Donations may be made in Chad’s memory to the John D. Kelly Clinic c/o Finger Lakes Health Foundation, 196 North St. Geneva, NY 14456 or online at flhealth.org/make-a-
Condolences and memories may be left for the family to read in his guestbook at www.WeldonFuneralHome.com.
He leaves behind his parents Cheryl and John “Pete” Sheehan whom he loved and adored, his brothers Sam and his partner Heather, and Kevin, who were always by his side, and his beloved nieces and nephews, Sadie, Hunter, Tinley and Eloise; his aunts and uncles Patricia, David Cermack, and Brenda, Parker Reynolds, his cousins, and countless number of friends. He was a longtime loving pet parent and leaves behind a much adored beagle named Snoopy, who misses him immensely already.
Chad was predeceased by his grandparents, John and Ellen Nelson Sheehan, and Albert and Eva Richards Curtis; and uncles, Albert Curtis Jr. and Dewey “Punky” Curtis. Chad was an eternal optimist. This was best exemplified by his absolute love of the Buffalo Bills. At the start of every season, he let everyone know it was going to be their year. Inevitably when that didn’t happen, there was always next year. He will forever be heard proclaiming “Bills Rule All,” and to his nephew Hunter, “Always carry a big stick and kick ass!” Chad’s greatest achievements came personally as he overcame a debilitating accident in 1995, with the overwhelming support of the Penn Yan community, his family and friends. His subsequent determination was the stuff of legend, leading him to intensely focus on his academics as he pursued and was awarded his associate’s degree from FLCC in human services, followed by a bachelor’s degree in organizational management at Keuka College, then an MBA from the University of Phoenix and a master’s degree in social work from Fordham University. Chad used his knowledge and compassion to impact those he served.
Chad worked as a case manager at Finger Lakes Health, and was just weeks away of achieving his ultimate goal as a licensed therapist, a care management supervisor at Mozaic, an adjunct professor at Keuka and Corning Colleges, and as a NYS real estate broker. He was also invited to speak annually to the high school students of Penn Yan Academy.
Calling hours will be Friday, Oct. 17 from 5-8 p.m. at Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St., Penn Yan, and again the following day (Saturday, Oct. 18) from 12-1 p.m. with a service immediately following beginning at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. A celebration of life will follow at the Penn Yan Elks Club in Penn Yan on the same day.
Donations may be made in Chad’s memory to the John D. Kelly Clinic c/o Finger Lakes Health Foundation, 196 North St. Geneva, NY 14456 or online at flhealth.org/make-a-
Condolences and memories may be left for the family to read in his guestbook at www.WeldonFuneralHome.com.
Death notices
Lucinda G. “Cindy” Bacon, 88, of Montour Falls, Sept. 24, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Shirley A. Condella, 92, formerly of Penn Yan, Sept. 24, 2025. Arrangements by Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
BETTY J. FLAHERTY, 82, of Prattsburg, Sept. 23, 2025 at The Homestead. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Karen M. Furman, 72, of Penn Yan, Sept. 21, 2025. Arrangements by Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
BETTY J. FLAHERTY, 82, of Prattsburg, Sept. 23, 2025 at The Homestead. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Karen M. Furman, 72, of Penn Yan, Sept. 21, 2025. Arrangements by Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Beulah Johnson, 101, of Montour Falls, Sept. 22, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
ETHAN T. PARKER, 12, of Penn Yan, Sept. 20, 2025. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
ETHAN T. PARKER, 12, of Penn Yan, Sept. 20, 2025. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Frances E. “Fran” Secord, 79, of Burdett, Sept. 24, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
CHAD P. SHEEHAN, 52, of Penn Yan, Sept. 16, 2025. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
PAUL W. THOMPSON, 58, of the town of Reading, Sept. 22, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
CHAD P. SHEEHAN, 52, of Penn Yan, Sept. 16, 2025. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
PAUL W. THOMPSON, 58, of the town of Reading, Sept. 22, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of Sept. 24:
Glenna Marie Nichols Dann, 86, of Hammondsport, passed away peacefully at Fred & Harriet Taylor Skilled Nursing Center Sept. 17, 2025. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend and her presence will be deeply missed.
Glenna is survived by her daughters; Diane (Lloyd) Young, Bath (previously of Almond, New York) and Jennifer (Sean Johnson) Dann, Los Angeles California; grandchildren, Megan (Tom) Clenshaw, Penn Yan, Vincent Long, Hammondsport, Glenn (Mary) Sherwood, Rushville, Sully (Paris) Sherwood, Alfred, Katelyn (Clayton) Lounsberry, Syracuse, Casey Young, District Heights, Maryland; and great-grandchildren Winry and Parker.
She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 60 years, Raymond E. Dann Jr.; her beloved son Michael D. Dann of Tyrone; her sister Harriet Harris of Arizona, and her father and mother Glenn and Marion Nichols of Weston.
Glenna enjoyed her childhood immensely, especially working with her father in the fields and taking care of the cows. She loved teaching her younger sister Harriet what she learned in school that day. In her younger years she enjoyed working at Dundee bank, and later, doing the book work for Ray Dann’s Town and Country Trading Post, which she did for most of her life. She married Raymond E. Dann Jr. May 2, 1964. She had three beautiful children. Glenna loved to go for rides in the country, pointing out her old homesteads, visiting with family and friends, antiquing, stopping to eat at diners, getting ice cream and reminiscing about her younger years. Glenna was a graduate of Bradford Central School and was the alumni president for many years. She was very passionate about the preservation of the Six Nations One Room School House and attended the annual picnic for 86 years. She also was long standing member of the Tyrone Methodist Church.
A small funeral for close family and friends is scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5 at the Tyrone United Methodist Church, directly followed by the burial at Tyrone Union Cemetery. Then back to the church for refreshments.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Glenna’s memory to the Tyrone United Methodist Church. Or to the Preservation of the Six Nations One Room School House. Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home of Watkins Glen is assisting with arrangements.
Glenna is survived by her daughters; Diane (Lloyd) Young, Bath (previously of Almond, New York) and Jennifer (Sean Johnson) Dann, Los Angeles California; grandchildren, Megan (Tom) Clenshaw, Penn Yan, Vincent Long, Hammondsport, Glenn (Mary) Sherwood, Rushville, Sully (Paris) Sherwood, Alfred, Katelyn (Clayton) Lounsberry, Syracuse, Casey Young, District Heights, Maryland; and great-grandchildren Winry and Parker.
She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 60 years, Raymond E. Dann Jr.; her beloved son Michael D. Dann of Tyrone; her sister Harriet Harris of Arizona, and her father and mother Glenn and Marion Nichols of Weston.
Glenna enjoyed her childhood immensely, especially working with her father in the fields and taking care of the cows. She loved teaching her younger sister Harriet what she learned in school that day. In her younger years she enjoyed working at Dundee bank, and later, doing the book work for Ray Dann’s Town and Country Trading Post, which she did for most of her life. She married Raymond E. Dann Jr. May 2, 1964. She had three beautiful children. Glenna loved to go for rides in the country, pointing out her old homesteads, visiting with family and friends, antiquing, stopping to eat at diners, getting ice cream and reminiscing about her younger years. Glenna was a graduate of Bradford Central School and was the alumni president for many years. She was very passionate about the preservation of the Six Nations One Room School House and attended the annual picnic for 86 years. She also was long standing member of the Tyrone Methodist Church.
A small funeral for close family and friends is scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5 at the Tyrone United Methodist Church, directly followed by the burial at Tyrone Union Cemetery. Then back to the church for refreshments.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Glenna’s memory to the Tyrone United Methodist Church. Or to the Preservation of the Six Nations One Room School House. Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home of Watkins Glen is assisting with arrangements.
Sharon Ann (Letteer) Kenyon, 76, of Montour Falls passed away Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, at home. Sharon was born in Montour Falls April 8, 1949 to Thomas and Helen (Cobb) Letteer Sr.
Sharon is predeceased by her parents, and her loving husband of 42 years, Steven Kenyon. She is survived by her brother, Thomas (Nancy) Letteer Jr.; sisters-in-law, Brenda (Dale) Nichols, Sharon (Gerry) Wilcove, Nancy (Ed) Silva and Linda Kenyon; nieces, Maureen and Michelle; great-nieces, Stephanie (Justin) and Carolyn; great-nephew, Thomas; great-great-nephew, James; along with her best friend Barbara, her devoted caregiver Lois, and dear friends, Jackie, Pete and Jo.
Sharon attended Odessa-Montour High School, graduating with the Class of 1967. She received a degree from Alfred Tech in 1971 and spent her career as an accountant for Cornell University. Her pastimes included playing cards and scrap-booking. She faithfully attended Bethel Fellowship Church in Montour Falls.
Relatives and friends are invited to call Friday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls. A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. Burial will follow in Laurel Hill Cemetery. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit vedderscottzinger.com.
Sharon is predeceased by her parents, and her loving husband of 42 years, Steven Kenyon. She is survived by her brother, Thomas (Nancy) Letteer Jr.; sisters-in-law, Brenda (Dale) Nichols, Sharon (Gerry) Wilcove, Nancy (Ed) Silva and Linda Kenyon; nieces, Maureen and Michelle; great-nieces, Stephanie (Justin) and Carolyn; great-nephew, Thomas; great-great-nephew, James; along with her best friend Barbara, her devoted caregiver Lois, and dear friends, Jackie, Pete and Jo.
Sharon attended Odessa-Montour High School, graduating with the Class of 1967. She received a degree from Alfred Tech in 1971 and spent her career as an accountant for Cornell University. Her pastimes included playing cards and scrap-booking. She faithfully attended Bethel Fellowship Church in Montour Falls.
Relatives and friends are invited to call Friday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls. A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. Burial will follow in Laurel Hill Cemetery. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit vedderscottzinger.com.
Mary (Doland) Lisowski, 85, of Montour Falls, and formerly Watkins Glen, passed away Sept. 16, 2025 at home.
Mary was born in Montour Falls Oct. 12, 1939, the daughter of Archie and Helen (Kimble) LaRue. She worked as a teacher’s aide and teaching assistant at Watkins Glen Elementary School for 22 years. She loved working with the kids and her dedication and patience will always be remembered by those who worked with her. As the family matriarch, her unwavering, loyal, loving and dedication to her family will be greatly missed in all the ways that matter.
She was predeceased by her husbands, E. Grant Doland and Michael Lisowski; son, Timothy Grant Doland; daughter, Terry A. Lafever; brothers, Cliff LaRue, Melvin LaRue and Richard LaRue; also lifelong friend, Sharon Bingell.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Barry Bruner; grandchildren, Adam Dobson (Kristen), Tammy Jean Francois (Wagner), Douglas LaFever, Brittany Williams and Zachery Doland; her late son’s fiancée, Nita Masciarelli; great-grandchildren, Carlton, Mya Rose, Kaleigh and Reagan; several beloved nieces and nephews, and her cherished four-legged companion, Buddy.
The family will receive friends at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 East Fourth St., Watkins Glen, Saturday, Sept. 27 from 2-4 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 4 p.m. and burial at Lakeview Cemetery in Watkins Glen. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the Schuyler Humane Society (SchuylerHumane.org).
You can leave a cherished memory of Mary in her guestbook at www.RoyceChedzoy.com.
Mary was born in Montour Falls Oct. 12, 1939, the daughter of Archie and Helen (Kimble) LaRue. She worked as a teacher’s aide and teaching assistant at Watkins Glen Elementary School for 22 years. She loved working with the kids and her dedication and patience will always be remembered by those who worked with her. As the family matriarch, her unwavering, loyal, loving and dedication to her family will be greatly missed in all the ways that matter.
She was predeceased by her husbands, E. Grant Doland and Michael Lisowski; son, Timothy Grant Doland; daughter, Terry A. Lafever; brothers, Cliff LaRue, Melvin LaRue and Richard LaRue; also lifelong friend, Sharon Bingell.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Barry Bruner; grandchildren, Adam Dobson (Kristen), Tammy Jean Francois (Wagner), Douglas LaFever, Brittany Williams and Zachery Doland; her late son’s fiancée, Nita Masciarelli; great-grandchildren, Carlton, Mya Rose, Kaleigh and Reagan; several beloved nieces and nephews, and her cherished four-legged companion, Buddy.
The family will receive friends at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 East Fourth St., Watkins Glen, Saturday, Sept. 27 from 2-4 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 4 p.m. and burial at Lakeview Cemetery in Watkins Glen. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the Schuyler Humane Society (SchuylerHumane.org).
You can leave a cherished memory of Mary in her guestbook at www.RoyceChedzoy.com.
Death notices
John H. Bruckman, 72, of Elmira, Sept. 15, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Glenna M. Nichols Dann, 86, of Hammondsport, Sept. 17, 2025 at Fred & Harriett Taylor Skilled Nursing Center. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Thomas J. Gaylor, 36, of Millport, Sept. 16, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Dale E. Jensen, 69, of Penn Yan, Sept. 16, 2025. Arrangements by Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Sharon A. Kenyon, 76, of Montour Falls, Sept. 18, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
AMY TEEMLEY LAKOMY, 66, of Burdett, Sept. 17, 2025. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Mary (Doland) Lisowski, 85, of Montour Falls, formerly of Watkins Glen, Sept. 16, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Janet R. Neal, 91, of Alpine, Sept. 10, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
William Summers, 53, of Montour Falls, Sept. 7, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Richard M. Tinker, Jr., 94, of Watkins Glen, Sept. 16, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
AMY TEEMLEY LAKOMY, 66, of Burdett, Sept. 17, 2025. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Mary (Doland) Lisowski, 85, of Montour Falls, formerly of Watkins Glen, Sept. 16, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Janet R. Neal, 91, of Alpine, Sept. 10, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
William Summers, 53, of Montour Falls, Sept. 7, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Richard M. Tinker, Jr., 94, of Watkins Glen, Sept. 16, 2025. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of Sept. 17:
Edward Dugue Jr., 82, of Dugue Road, Valois, died Sept. 8, 2025 at Cayuga Medical Center.
He is survived by four children: son, Edward Dugue III (Patricia Dugue) of Raleigh, North Carolina; daughters, Jeanine Dugue of Holiday, Florida, Jennifer Dugue of Endicott and Janice Dugue of Binghamton; sister Kathryn Seymour of Ithaca, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Edward was born on July 30, 1943, the son of Edward Sr. and Mary (Weiser) Dugue. He spent his youth on the family farm on Dugue Road, a place that shaped his deep love for country life. Educated at Watkins Glen Central High School, Edward went on to dedicate many years of service as a custodian at Chenango Valley High School in Binghamton, where he was known for his kindness and warm spirit.
An avid train enthusiast and passionate photographer, Edward cherished the beauty of nature and the simple joys of life. His love for animals, particularly his beloved dog Tuffy, reflected his gentle and caring heart. Edward was also a beloved volunteer at Cayuga Medical Center, where he touched the lives of many with his compassion.
He is survived by four children: son, Edward Dugue III (Patricia Dugue) of Raleigh, North Carolina; daughters, Jeanine Dugue of Holiday, Florida, Jennifer Dugue of Endicott and Janice Dugue of Binghamton; sister Kathryn Seymour of Ithaca, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Edward was born on July 30, 1943, the son of Edward Sr. and Mary (Weiser) Dugue. He spent his youth on the family farm on Dugue Road, a place that shaped his deep love for country life. Educated at Watkins Glen Central High School, Edward went on to dedicate many years of service as a custodian at Chenango Valley High School in Binghamton, where he was known for his kindness and warm spirit.
An avid train enthusiast and passionate photographer, Edward cherished the beauty of nature and the simple joys of life. His love for animals, particularly his beloved dog Tuffy, reflected his gentle and caring heart. Edward was also a beloved volunteer at Cayuga Medical Center, where he touched the lives of many with his compassion.
Family and friends are invited to a graveside memorial service to celebrate his life Friday, Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. at the Seneca Union Cemetery, 6292 NY-414, Hector. Arrangements with Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Barbara Hickox McDowell, 95, of Dundee died of natural causes, Sept. 4, 2025 at the Keuka Comfort Care Home in Penn Yan.
Barbara was born in Binghamton, New York, Jan. 25, 1930 to Elizabeth and Richard Hickox. She was passionate about family and friends, books, birds, cats, literacy, conservation and human rights. Barbara was a public elementary school librarian first at School 11 in Rochester, then at Ridge Road Elementary in Horseheads. She passed along her love of books and reading to her own children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren, and to countless children in the schools where she taught. She volunteered her time in all the communities in which she lived, including the Metro-Act Civil Rights organization in Rochester, The Nature Conservancy in Naples, Florida and most recently at the Finn Academy Elementary School in Elmira. When her great-granddaughter enrolled at Finn in 2016, Barbara realized the school did not have a library. She spent the next three years collecting funds, books, library furniture and equipment. She organized and ran the library, recruited volunteers and established a functioning school library that is still an important part of Finn today.
Barbara is survived by her children, Susan Fisher (Kenneth), Lydia Eldridge (James), Boyd McDowell III (Bonnie Beck), Peter McDowell (Anne) and Elizabeth McDowell (Heather Hawkins); grandchildren, Emily Snavely (Eric), William Fisher (Ashley) Mary Fisher, Amber Neal (Patrick West), Nathan Eldridge (Kelly), Jack McDowell, Jennie McDowell (Andrew Masterson) and Margaret McDowell, and eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Jane Baker, sister-in-law Gertrude Hickox, and 10 nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Boyd McDowell II and her son John Chapin Phelps.
Family and friends are invited to a memorial service at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 4938 County Road 14, Odessa, Saturday, Oct. 18 at 11 a.m., with a reception to follow which will be announced at the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tanglewood Nature Center, 443 Coleman Ave., Elmira, NY 14903, tanglewoodnaturecenter.com or Keuka Comfort Care Home, 35 Route 54, East Lake Road, Penn Yan, NY 14527, keukacomfortcarehome.com
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
Barbara was born in Binghamton, New York, Jan. 25, 1930 to Elizabeth and Richard Hickox. She was passionate about family and friends, books, birds, cats, literacy, conservation and human rights. Barbara was a public elementary school librarian first at School 11 in Rochester, then at Ridge Road Elementary in Horseheads. She passed along her love of books and reading to her own children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren, and to countless children in the schools where she taught. She volunteered her time in all the communities in which she lived, including the Metro-Act Civil Rights organization in Rochester, The Nature Conservancy in Naples, Florida and most recently at the Finn Academy Elementary School in Elmira. When her great-granddaughter enrolled at Finn in 2016, Barbara realized the school did not have a library. She spent the next three years collecting funds, books, library furniture and equipment. She organized and ran the library, recruited volunteers and established a functioning school library that is still an important part of Finn today.
Barbara is survived by her children, Susan Fisher (Kenneth), Lydia Eldridge (James), Boyd McDowell III (Bonnie Beck), Peter McDowell (Anne) and Elizabeth McDowell (Heather Hawkins); grandchildren, Emily Snavely (Eric), William Fisher (Ashley) Mary Fisher, Amber Neal (Patrick West), Nathan Eldridge (Kelly), Jack McDowell, Jennie McDowell (Andrew Masterson) and Margaret McDowell, and eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Jane Baker, sister-in-law Gertrude Hickox, and 10 nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Boyd McDowell II and her son John Chapin Phelps.
Family and friends are invited to a memorial service at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 4938 County Road 14, Odessa, Saturday, Oct. 18 at 11 a.m., with a reception to follow which will be announced at the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tanglewood Nature Center, 443 Coleman Ave., Elmira, NY 14903, tanglewoodnaturecenter.com or Keuka Comfort Care Home, 35 Route 54, East Lake Road, Penn Yan, NY 14527, keukacomfortcarehome.com
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
John Adam Medvitz Sr., 84, of Dundee, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025 in the comfort of his home, with his wife of 60 years sleeping alongside.
The family received friends at calling hours from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14 at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee, where his funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15 with Fr. Daniel Mahler officiating. Burial with Military Honors followed in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee.
Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers Association, Rochester Chapter, 200 Meridian Center Blvd. Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618, or CareFirst, 3805 Meads Creek Road, Corning, NY 14870, www.CareFirstNY.org.
John was born April 4, 1941 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, the son of George and Anna (Gondira) Medvitz. After graduating from high school, he immediately joined the U.S. Army serving three years active duty, and three years in the reserves, being honorably discharged June 25, 1965. Just five days earlier, on June 19, 1965 in Paramus, New Jersey, he married the former Florence Marie Lacz.
John and Florence remained in New Jersey where John worked as a welder and fabricator at Richards Industries in West Caldwell, New Jersey. He retired in 2011. After retirement and since 2012 they have made their home in Dundee. John enjoyed gardening, fishing, and collecting baseball cards. He was a very active member of Holy Cross Eastern Orthodox Church in Hackettstown, New Jersey, where he served as council president for over 20 years. Since 2012 he has been a member of St. Mary’s Orthodox Church in Painted Post.
John is survived by his wife of 60 years, Florence M. Medvitz at home, a daughter Dorene A. (David) Blauvelt of Vernon, New Jersey and two sons, John A. (Tina) Medvitz of Dundee and Mark D. (Lisa) Medvitz of Wantage, New Jersey; seven grandchildren, David (Lisa) Blauvelt, Pamela (John) Tancredi, Kaitlynn (Bruce) Dillon, Adam Medvitz, Brittany (Joseph) Bailey, Bryan (Lisa) Campbell, and Jennifer (Matthew) Togno; and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Joe Medvitz, and two sisters, Rita (Milt) Davis and Joan (Clyde) Morrison, all of White Haven, Pennsylvania; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.
Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
The family received friends at calling hours from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14 at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee, where his funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15 with Fr. Daniel Mahler officiating. Burial with Military Honors followed in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee.
Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers Association, Rochester Chapter, 200 Meridian Center Blvd. Suite 110, Rochester, NY 14618, or CareFirst, 3805 Meads Creek Road, Corning, NY 14870, www.CareFirstNY.org.
John was born April 4, 1941 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, the son of George and Anna (Gondira) Medvitz. After graduating from high school, he immediately joined the U.S. Army serving three years active duty, and three years in the reserves, being honorably discharged June 25, 1965. Just five days earlier, on June 19, 1965 in Paramus, New Jersey, he married the former Florence Marie Lacz.
John and Florence remained in New Jersey where John worked as a welder and fabricator at Richards Industries in West Caldwell, New Jersey. He retired in 2011. After retirement and since 2012 they have made their home in Dundee. John enjoyed gardening, fishing, and collecting baseball cards. He was a very active member of Holy Cross Eastern Orthodox Church in Hackettstown, New Jersey, where he served as council president for over 20 years. Since 2012 he has been a member of St. Mary’s Orthodox Church in Painted Post.
John is survived by his wife of 60 years, Florence M. Medvitz at home, a daughter Dorene A. (David) Blauvelt of Vernon, New Jersey and two sons, John A. (Tina) Medvitz of Dundee and Mark D. (Lisa) Medvitz of Wantage, New Jersey; seven grandchildren, David (Lisa) Blauvelt, Pamela (John) Tancredi, Kaitlynn (Bruce) Dillon, Adam Medvitz, Brittany (Joseph) Bailey, Bryan (Lisa) Campbell, and Jennifer (Matthew) Togno; and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Joe Medvitz, and two sisters, Rita (Milt) Davis and Joan (Clyde) Morrison, all of White Haven, Pennsylvania; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.
Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com
Death notices
EDWARD DUGUE JR., 82, of Valois, Sept. 8, 2025 at Cayuga Medical Center, Ithaca. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
LISA KNAPP, 64, of Penn Yan, Sept. 10, 2025. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
BARBARA H. MCDOWELL, 95, of Dundee, Sept. 4, 2025 at Keuka Comfort Care Home, Penn Yan. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
JOHN A. MEDVITZ SR., 84, of Dundee, Sept. 10, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
HELEN J. OWEN, of Tyrone, Sept. 8, 2025. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
GEORGE B. WHITE JR., 55, formerly of Penn Yan, Aug. 13, 2025 in Queens, New York. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
MARGARET “PEG” WILSON, 74, of Hammondsport, Sept. 2, 2025 in Hammondsport. Arrangements by Bishop & Desanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport.
BARBARA H. MCDOWELL, 95, of Dundee, Sept. 4, 2025 at Keuka Comfort Care Home, Penn Yan. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
JOHN A. MEDVITZ SR., 84, of Dundee, Sept. 10, 2025 at home. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
HELEN J. OWEN, of Tyrone, Sept. 8, 2025. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
GEORGE B. WHITE JR., 55, formerly of Penn Yan, Aug. 13, 2025 in Queens, New York. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
MARGARET “PEG” WILSON, 74, of Hammondsport, Sept. 2, 2025 in Hammondsport. Arrangements by Bishop & Desanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport.
