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Obituaries

Elizabeth H. Horn

Elizabeth H. Horn

Mar 22, 2023

ELIZABETH H. HORN

WATKINS GLEN: died on March 22, 2023 at the age of 89.

She was born on August 23, 1933 in Philadelphia to Mabel McKay Hamilton and George Alexander Hamilton (and her elder brother, George Jr.).  After graduating from Allentown High School, Elizabeth earned a B.A. in mathematics at VassarCollege and an M.S. in education from Marywood...

Reverend J. Keith Kissel

Reverend J. Keith Kissel

Mar 11, 2023

Rev. J. Keith Kissel, a retired United Methodist minister, passed away on March 11, 2023 at the age of 87 in Davenport, FL.  Born on February 15, 1936, in Jersey Shore, PA, he lived his life according to his unwavering faith.

Keith is survived by his cherished wife Jane S. Kissel, his nine children; Brian (Lizzie) Kissel, Bonnie (Ted) Gerrish,...

Marion Webster

Marion Webster

Feb 16, 2023

Marion Webster

Age 90, of Montour Falls and formerly Rock Stream, NY, passed away February 16, 2023 after a brief illness. 

She was predeceased by her husband of 69 years, Vernon, in April of 2022. 

She is survived by her son, Donald Webster of Watkins Glen; daughter, Tina Churches (Bruce) of Branchport NY; grandson, Jeremy Webster (Dawana) of Rhome TX;...

Greeba Conklin

Greeba Conklin

Feb 10, 2023

GREEBA MARGUERITE HAYS CONKLINAge 97 of Reading Center, New York passed away at Corning Hospital surrounded by family on February 10, 2023.

Greeba was born May 12, 1925 in Barrington, NY the daughter of the late Aaron and Hazel (Martin) Hays. She is survived by her sons Gary (Alice) Conklin and Gregory (Joetta) Conklin and four grandchildren: Jessica Conklin, Jennifer...

Melissa Greist

Melissa Greist

Feb 2, 2023

Melissa L. GreistIt is with great sadness that we share the passing of Melissa Greist, age 48, of Watkins Glen, NY, on Thursday, February 2, 2023. She was born on August 22, 1974, in Pottstown, PA.

Melissa moved to NYC in 1993, after graduating high school to start a loving journey with her high school sweetheart, Alva. They lived together...

Stephen Gillette

Stephen Gillette

Jan 31, 2023

Stephen Edward Gillette

 

Age 81 of Watkins Glen, passed away on January 31, 2023.

 

Stephen was a father, husband, friend and an all-around good person.

  

Stephen was a graduate of Watkins Glen High School in 1959, attended Corning Community College, and was a member of the U.S. Army Reserves.  

    

Stephen began...

John R Schoffner

John R Schoffner

Jan 26, 2023

John R. Schoffner

Age 80, of Watkins Glen, passed away January 26, 2023.

John worked as a machine operator at Dresser-Rand for over 40 years and retired in 2005. He loved his family and loved spending time camping, fishing, and hunting. He loved going to New York Yankee games and heading to Watkins Glen International to watch Nascar.

He...

Diane "Tuffy" Kasian

Diane "Tuffy" Kasian

Jan 24, 2023

Diane Marie “Tuffy” (Parsons) KasianAge 71, of Newfield, NY, passed away at home on January 24, 2023.  Diane was born on the 27th of June in 1951 on Staten Island.

Diane was strong-willed, brave and rebellious straight through to the end.  Diane loved spending time at her home in the country.  She spent most days of her last years with...

Roseleah Lodge

Roseleah Lodge

Jan 23, 2023

Roseleah H. Lodge

87, of Watkins Glen, NY passed away at Schuyler Hospital on January 23, 2023 after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Roseleah was born on May 19, 1935 in Montour Falls, NY, daughter of Ralph C.  Kendall and Rosella M. Fowler. She graduated from Watkins Glen High School in 1952.

After high school, she completed...

William E. "Bill" Yaw

William E. "Bill" Yaw

Jan 21, 2023

William E. “Bill” Yaw

WATKINS GLEN- Age 89 years and 364 days, passed away January 21, 2023 at home in Watkins Glen.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday (January 29) from 1pm-4pm at the Moose Lodge, 2096 CR-14, Montour Falls).  A brief service with military honors will be held at 2:00pm.  

Bill was born January 22, 1933...

Sylvia VanSkiver-Miller

Sylvia VanSkiver-Miller

Jan 10, 2023

Sylvia VanSkiver-Miller

LOCKPORT-passed away in Lockport NY on Tuesday Jan 10, 2023 at the age of 70.

Sylvia was born December 2, 1952 in Beaver Dams, NY to parents Beverly and Bernard VanSkiver.

She was a graduate of Watkins Glen High School, and worked as a self-employed seamstress.

She is survived by her brothers, Steven and Curtis VanSkiver; daughters, Tamarynde...

Kenneth J. Fish

Kenneth J. Fish

Jan 8, 2023

Kenneth Fish, 67 of Montour Falls, NY passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family on January 8, 2023.

 

Ken was born in Bradford County, PA on June 19, 1955, the son of Robert and Tessie Fish. Ken was predeceased by his parents, brother Jack (Francis) and beloved dog Cocoa. He is survived by...

Gary D. Brown

Gary D. Brown

Jan 2, 2023

Gary D Brown Age 60, of Hector, passed away unexpectedly on Jan 2,2023 at home. The family will receive friends at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen on Friday (Jan. 6) from 12pm-2pm, followed by a funeral service at 2pm; Rev. George J. Norton, Jr. officiating; burial at Hector Presbyterian Cemetery in Hector, NY. A Dish-to-Pass...

Patricia A. Macnamara

Patricia A. Macnamara

Jan 1, 2023

Patricia A. Macnamara WATKINS GLEN: After 90 years of unquestionably making the world a better place, Pat passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2023   A Celebration of Pat's Life will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 520 N. Decatur St. Watkins Glen on Saturday July 29, 2023 .  The family will receive friends from 10am-11am; followed by a...

Jay Russell

Jay Russell

Dec 30, 2022

Jay Russell Age 66, of Burdett, passed away December 30, 2022. He is survived by his wife Jean; four children, Josh (Taylor) Russell of Ashville, NC, Erica Russell of New York, Morgan (Steve) Mendelsohn of Lake Placid, NY, and Brittany Predmore (Justin Bennett) of Spencer, NY; brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Karen Russell of Mecklenburg, NY; eight grandchildren, Dylan, Kaden,...

Mark McClure

Mark McClure

Dec 30, 2022

Mark McClure Age 53, of Elmira, passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on December 30, 2022. The family will receive friends at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen on Saturday (Jan. 7) from 2pm-3pm; followed by a memorial service at 3:00pm. He is survived by his wife Margie; six children, Donald Aumick (Tiki), Tioga PA,...

Nina Barber

Nina Barber

Dec 23, 2022

Nina Lucille (Barrett) Barber

Age 92, formerly of Montour Falls, NY, passed away December 23, 2022 in Florida.

The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, on Thursday, March 16, from 12pm-1pm; followed by a funeral service at 1:00pm. A committal service and burial will immediately follow at Bradford Memorial...

Ruth Drusilla Voorhees

Ruth Drusilla Voorhees

Dec 5, 2022

Ruth Drusilla Voorhees Watkins Glen-Passed away on December 5, 2022. She was 79 years old. Born February 6, 1943 to Clyde and Florence Cobb, she was one of 10 children. Ruth was a wife, mother of five, and grandmother to many. Ruth was also a friend to all whom she met. Her greatest joy was in serving her god, Jehovah,...

Lynn Ameigh Jr.

Lynn Ameigh Jr.

Dec 4, 2022

Lynn C. Ameigh, Jr. Age 88, of Townsend, NY, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2022. Junior was born on October 20, 1934, the son of Lynn, Sr. and Genevieve Ameigh. He was predeceased by his parents; wife Ida May Ameigh; children, Linda, Joseph, and Jonathon Ameigh; brothers and sisters, Lee, Frank, Don, Mary, Jerome, Jack, Velma and Charlotte; and...

Kenneth Darwin Voorhees

Kenneth Darwin Voorhees

Nov 29, 2022

Kenneth Darwin Voorhees WATKINS GLEN: Passed away November 29, 2022. He was 73 years old. Born October 27, 1949 to Mildred Pierce Voorhees and Darwin Voorhees he was one of 9 children. He grew up with a love for the outdoors, practical jokes, and family. He also loved being a husband and father. But his greatest love was for his...

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