Obituaries
Keith McKenney
Jan 16, 2025
Keith Wayne McKenney
Age 80, of Burdett, NY Keith went home to be with the Lord Jesus on January 16,2025.
He was born on July 30,1944 in Gardner, Maine to Freda and Carroll McKenney. He was raised a country boy, milking cows and spitting wood. Later he joined the U.S. Army assigned to 3rd Inf. Div. He served overseas in Germany and...
Karen Mahnke
Jan 13, 2025
Karen R. O’Connell Mahnke of Cayuta, NY, passed away on January 13, 2025 at the age of 72.
She was born on October 17, 1952 to James and Edna (Cook) O’Connell. She graduated from West High School, Painted Post, NY in 1970. Then also attended BOCES for business classes.
She started her working career with the Corning-Painted Post School District in January...
Robert Michalski
Jan 12, 2025
Robert "Bob" Michalski, born on July 10, 1948, in Toledo, Ohio, departed this life on January 12, 2025, in Sayre, PA. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and remarkable achievements that touched the lives of all who knew him.
Bob’s career was marked by notable accomplishments, including his work on Ronald Reagan's 1980 Inaugural Parade and serving as the...
Andrew J. Stivers
Dec 30, 2024
Andrew J Stivers (“AJ”) died peacefully in Waterloo, NY on December 30, 2024. He was 59 years old.
AJ is survived by his siblings, Christina Gibson (David) of Auburn, NY; Elizabeth Fraboni (Bob) of Albuquerque, NM; and Martha Stivers-Lafler (Troy) of Canandaigua, NY. He also leaves behind a beloved extended family, including nieces and nephews: Abby Hadley (Todd) of Florida, Vanessa...
Gloria I. Mosher
Dec 30, 2024
Gloria I. Mosher
Age 101, of Valois, came to the end of her journey on December 30, 2024.
Gloria will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 29 at 1 PM at a graveside committal service at the Nichols Cemetery in Nichols, New York.
The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on...
Violet VanWormer
Dec 28, 2024
Violet Lorraine (Usher) VanWormer
Age 95, formerly of Reynoldsville, NY, passed away December 28, 2024.
She was born on June 29, 1929 to Winifred (Smith) and Orin K. Usher.
She married on July 29, 1950 to Norvelle (Bud) VanWormer and began their family. The two were married just shy of seventy years. Violet and Bud had 6 sons and one daughter together, (Larry,...
Arthur Sims
Dec 26, 2024
Arthur D. Sims
Age 82 of Beaver Dams/Willseyville, NY, passed away December 26, 2024.
He was born in Candor, NY on June 14, 1942, the son of the late Claude and Lillian (Hayward) Sims. He worked as a Custodian for Ithaca College for 53 years, retiring in 2016 at the age of 74. He was also a volunteer with the Ithaca Fire...
Marian Ayers
Dec 24, 2024
Marian Ayers
Age 88, of Watkins Glen, NY, died December 24, 2024 at Cayuga Medical Center.
The family will receive friends at the Bradford Baptist Church, 2788 Yawger Hill Rd, Bradford, NY, on Saturday (December 28th) from 11am-1:00pm. The funeral service will be held at 1:00pm at the church; Rev. Chris Durham officiating. A reception will be held at the church following...
Joseph G. Matus
Dec 21, 2024
Joseph G. MatusAge 82, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at the age of 82. He was born on March 3, 1942, in Cortland, NY. Joe’s parents (Gilbert Matus and Margaret Eagan) were also from Cortland. Joe grew up with a deep appreciation for history, nature, and family.
Joe graduated from St. Mary’s...
Richard Weakland
Dec 2, 2024
Richard Thomas Weakland, age 74 of Burdett, NY passed away on December 2, 2024 at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility. He was born on June 2, 1950, the son of the late Vivian Wilson Peckens and Richard Thomas Weakland, Sr. His birth father passed away when Rick was 2 years old and he was lovingly raised by his late adoptive...
Sarah (Watson) Gallow
Nov 30, 2024
Sarah Stahley (Watson) Gallow HECTOR-born on November 26, 1988, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at her home in Hector, New York, on November 30, 2024, at the age of 36. Sarah was a beacon of joy, known for her ability to make people smile and feel welcome. Raised in the Corning-Painted Post School District, Sarah graduated with honors and was a proud...
Jeffrey Bath Yuhasz
Nov 30, 2024
Jeffrey Bath Yuhasz
Age 48, of Watkins Glen, passed away November 30, 2024.
The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen on Sunday (Dec. 8th) from 12pm to 1:00pm; followed by a Service of Remembrance at 1:00pm.
Jeffrey was born August 5, 1976. He was a loving son, brother, father, uncle and friend...
Jean S. Scaptura
Nov 16, 2024
Jean S. Scaptura
Age 89, of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away November 16, 2024. Jean’s vibrant spirit and loving presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Friends and family are invited to celebrate Jean’s remarkable life at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church, located at 905 N. Decatur St., Watkins Glen, on Thursday, November 21. Visitation will be from...
Frances Miller
Nov 6, 2024
Frances Miller
83, of Lindley, NY, went to be with her Lord, on November 6, 2024.
The family will receive friends at the First Baptist Church, 213 E. Fifth St., Watkins Glen on Saturday (Nov. 16) from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. followed by a funeral service at the church at 11 a.m.; her son Pastor Jeffery Miller will officiate. A reception...
Theodore "Ted" Jancarek
Oct 30, 2024
Theodore J. Jancarek
Age 94, of Tyrone, NY, and formerly of Rock Stream, NY and Hampton, NJ, went to be with the Lord, October 30, 2024.
He was born in New York, NY, on Dec. 2, 1929, the son of Joseph F. and Cecelia (Vozeh) Jancarek.
He enlisted in the US Army at 17, and served in WWII, serving with the Circle C...
Carol Givin
Oct 23, 2024
Carol Ann Givin
Age 71, of Ithaca, NY, passed away October 23, 2024.
She was born in Corning, the daughter of Walter and Freda (Rouse) Comstock. She is survived by her husband Stephen L. Givin; three daughters, Jennifer Johnson, Erin Givin, and Ty Givin. Also, brothers and sisters, Chuck Comstock, Sandra Chilsen, Deb (Michael) O’Dell, Martha (Howard) Slifkin, and Mark (Tracy) Comstock;...
Bonnie W. Covington
Oct 23, 2024
Bonnie W. Covington
Age 83, of Spencer, NY, passed away October 23, 2024.
She was born in Bryan, OH, the daughter of Lyle and Myrtle Voorheis.
The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen on Friday (Nov. 1) from 12pm-1pm; followed by a funeral service at 1:00pm at the funeral home; and burial...
Rose Marie Smith
Oct 14, 2024
Rose Marie Smith
Age 91, passed peacefully Monday morning, October 14, 2024, with her daughter by her side. She is now with her beloved husband Kenneth Smith.
Rose was born April 11, 1933, to Albert and Anna Hess. Rose grew up with eight sisters and one brother in the small town of Dundee, NY where she met and fell in love with...
Frances Pauline Laughlin
Oct 13, 2024
Frances Pauline Laughlin
87, passed away on October 13, 2024 at her home in Dundalk, Maryland.
Frances was born on May 27, 1937 in Montour Falls, NY, to Violet and Benjamin Laughlin. She was predeceased by her daughter Lynne Cooper and brothers Wesley and Benjamin. Frances was known for her kindness and humor, she made a lasting impact on all who knew...
Diane A. Anderson
Oct 10, 2024
Diane A. Anderson, age 86, of Hector, NY, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024.
The family will receive friends to celebrate her life at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen on Saturday (Oct. 19th) from 2 PM to 4 PM, followed by a memorial service at 4 PM. A reception will be held at the Hazlitt...
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