Molly was an administrative assistant for Westinghouse in Horseheads, and was a communicant of St. Mary's of the Lake Church in Watkins Glen, NY. She enjoyed life whether it was on to the next adventure, playing with her grandchildren or working in her garden surrounded by her pets. In memory of the beloved Frances E. Lindsley, 91, of Odessa, NY, who truly enjoyed the journey of life, and shared all of the love God gave her. Frank was never content with just riding out his retirement years. He was predeceased by his brother-in-law, Joseph Staahl. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Monday, February 27, 2023 from 5-7 p.m. at the Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bampa's House, PO Box 965, Corning, NY 14830, Schuyler Ambulance, PO Box 2, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, the Humane Society of Schuyler County, 124 Marina Dr., Montour Falls, NY 14865, or to a charity of one's choice. Donations in Phils memory can be made to the Montour Falls Library, 406 W. Main St.,, Montour Falls, NY 14865 or to the Southern Tier Library System, 9424 Scott Rd., Painted Post, NY 14870 for a scholarship in his name. Dale was born the son of Gilbert R. and Joyce L. Reynolds on January 6, 1952 in Elmira, NY. Laurie was a homemaker. There was an error verifying your email address. She shared her love of music with her students, and encouraged them to participate in regional and state solo festivals. He enjoyed simpler pleasures, the joy of a Sunday afternoon drive, fishing trips to lakes unknown, always taking the scenic route to unspecified destinations, camping adventures to Canada, tending to his garden as he connected with nature and all things wild, or his acute awareness of the importance of life lived with his loved ones over any material possession. He was a 22-year stomach cancer survivor and participated in many local Relay for Life Events with friends and family. Carol grew up as the middle child of the family, with an older sister, Sylvia, and a younger brother, Carlton (Carty). A cross was burned in her yard during her time as a voter registration advocate for African Americans living in 1960s California. Send flowers. Respectful of Lent, donations are requested in lieu of flowers to the St. Jude Foundation, the SPCA, your local animal rescue sanctuaries or your local food pantries. He was a loyal New York Yankees and New York Giants fan, an avid reader, and loved playing basketball. Friends and family may call from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 12 at the Haughey-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, 119 5th St., Watkins Glen. A graveside service will be held on Monday, March 28 at 2:00 p.m. at Sugar Hill Cemetery, Locust Lane in Watkins Glen. Theodore H. 'Ted' Siri Jr. Theodore H. "Ted" She had a great passion for gardening and could always be found outside working in her yard. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Ron Johnson; children, Kelly (Bryan) Bernal of Watkins Glen, Jeff (Lorena) Tobey of Rock Stream, Kathy (David) Crans of Watkins Glen, Bonnie (Scott) Densmore of Las Vegas, Kathy (Peter) Farley of Ithaca, Karen Pitzeruse of California, Larry (Angie) Johnson of Bradford, NY, Brenda Houck of Painted Post, and Bobbie (Dale) Printy of Connecticut; brother and sister, David and Shirley Rappleye; 18 grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. Age 69, of Beaver Dams, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, November 28, 2022. He loved spending time in the woods, on campouts, and adventuring with his scouts. An avid walker, long before it was popular, she continued to walk a few miles a day up until the age of 91. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam, serving on the USS Shangri-La. She left this world suddenly on January 16, 2023, at age 86. Traveling to Europe, Africa, and throughout the islands in the Caribbean Sea. Age 80, of Watkins Glen, NY passed away on August 19, 2022. Her heart could move mountains. Please visit www.RoyceChedzoy.com to send a message of condolence to Donnas family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, Jan. 29 from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 2096 CR-14, Montour Falls. Great-Grandchildren werent far behind: Ryan Clark-Sulkey (married to Lizzie Odom); Bryson Croft; Cody, Miley, Carter, and Colton Clark. Melissa will be cremated and return home to her family, where they will fashion a garden in her memory. June Elizabeth Howell. This would prove to be a wise decision. Christina and Charles Miller Jim served with the United States Marine Corps, where he was a Field Artillery Fire Direction Control man. She was born on March 10, 1928, the daughter of the late Clarence and Elva (Dean) Terry. Considering that a lot of people lived and live in Watkins Glen, it can take a long time to find a dead person. She was born on April 8, 1937 in Sayre, PA to the late Martin and Eileen (Cortright) Cook. Wendell was a retired construction worker. Sue leaves a legacy of loving a good time, usually on a beach in warm weather --so to honor her spirit of compassion, intensity, love, service, laughter, and fun, a celebration of life will be held later in the spring. Ed was born October 19, 1931 in Rochester, NY, the son of the late Alfred J. and Mildred H. (DeHond) Stephany. He was a very caring, compassionate person. Age 55, of Montour Falls, NY, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2022. Donations in his memory may be made to The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler Fund, 203 12th St., Watkins Glen, NY 14891. She was known for her kindness, generosity, humor, and love of laughter as well as cooking outrageous meals for loved ones. Rodney leaves behind his family that misses him dearly: his wife, Susan; son, Stephen and his fianc, Missy Gonzalez; son, Michael, and daughter, Kimberly Johnson; brothers and sisters in law, Kenneth and Mary Jaynes, Larry and Charlotte Jaynes, and sister, Anna Snyder; father-in-law, Bill Cisco; his grandchildren, Kylie Colegrove, Tas, Oakley, and Faye Jaynes, Gavin and Kadence Johnson, Drew Holmes, and Gavin and Bella Gonzalez. He was the owner of Lakemont Service, in Lakemont, NY, and a workaholic, still repairing cars right up to the day of his accident. We offer a wide range of ceremony options. Grant is survived by his three sons, Brooks (Eliza Terwillegar) Stevenson, Grant (Arynn Cummings) Bellows Jr., and Jason (Lisa Ayers) Bellows; four grandchildren, Oliver Stevenson, Triston Bellows, Silas Bellows, and Savannah Bellows, and a grandson to arrive; the mother of his sons, Cindy Daugherty; sisters, Natalie Rifenburg Smith of Tampa, FL, Robin Rifenburg of Elmira, Johannah Huhta of Riverview, FL and Myanna Bellows of Denison, TX; brothers, Brooks (Sue Haley) Bellows of Elmira, Raymond (Dawn) Bellows of Beaver Dams, NY, Greg Bellows of Elmira, James (Carrie) Rogers of Elmira, Thomas (Jodi) Bellows of Waverly, NY and Raymond (Rosetta) Bellows of Elmira; and numerous nieces and nephews.In addition to his parents, Grant was predeceased by his sister, Rebecca Bellows. He is survived by three daughters, Stephanie Segura of Dundee, Stacy Arnold of Beaver Dams and Ashley Castillo of Beaver Dams; brothers, Phil (Sherry) Mosher of Ladson, SC and Mike Mosher of Montour Falls; sisters, Sandra (Harry) Harrison of Montour Falls and Renee Mosher (Chuck) of Montour Falls; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews Billy Mosher, Jason Mosher, Shane Mosher, Josh Coon, Sammie (Chad) Coon, and many other nieces and nephews. Upon completing his honorable service, he returned home. Nancy Bartholomew Culligan. Joanne Wohnsiedler, aka Mom, was born on April 15, 1932, to George & Alice Twinning Wohnsiedler, DVM, Carthage, NY. He graduated from Odessa-Montour High School in 1968 and joined the Air Force, serving in Vietnam from 1971 to 1973. She dedicated her life to family and farm and eagerly looked forward to deer hunting season/story telling each year. Donnie will be laid to rest in Tyrone Union Cemetery. In total, with his partner, Amanda, Lou had sailing adventures for seven years along the east coast of the U.S., the Bahamas, and the Mediterranean, living for a time in Turkey. The following obituary was submitted to The Odessa The family invites friends and family to join them for one or both celebrations of Kevins life. She was also a huge sports fan who cheered enthusiastically for the New York Yankees and the Buffalo Bills. He worked construction in Texas, then with auto mechanics and carpentry. Top-rated hikes in Adirondacks, Catskills, and more across Upstate NY Angela Marie Standish-Ives Paul and Anita would have been married 44 years on July 8, 2022. Mert graduated from Odessa Central School and served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. She loved all animals and had several animal companions over the years, including exotic birds and dogs. The family will hold a private service at Highland Cemetery, Odessa, NY. Jack is survived by his wife of 65 years, Patricia Ann Carpenter; his daughters, Cheryl Ann Haughey, Fort Myers, FL, Margaret Ann, EdD (Lee, DBA) Schimmoeller, Forest, VA, Elizabeth Ann (Michele) Gallo, Georgetown, TX, Amy Ann (Mark) Eagle, Oneonta, NY, and Michele Ann (Shawn) Donegan, Wolcott, NY; his grandchildren, Brittany Haughey Kibler, Leigha Ann Schimmoeller (DPT), Kenneth Carpenter Schimmoeller, Jack Haughey Schimmoeller, Kelly Haughey Gallo, Jacqueline Ann (John) Dillard, Megan Ann (Joel) Maloney, Sgt. She was predeceased by her husband, Jim Peters, in 2000. A memorial service will follow at 6:00 p.m. A private family burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Service map data OpenStreetMap contributors. His trademark was to show up to a show with a new horse and being asked Whats this horse? hed smile and say Ill let you know, I just bought her last night. More often than not, hed have that horse in the Winners Circle that day. Phone: (607) 594-2791. Marys greatest pleasure was being a wife, mother, and homemaker. His funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m., followed by burial with military honors at Cayuta Cemetery. Friends and family may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, April 3 at the Haughey-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, 119 5thSt., Watkins Glen, NY. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1952 and served for 20 years until his retirement in 1972, serving in the Vietnam War from 1969-1970. He was a member of the EAA 533 for over 30 years. To leave the family a message of condolence, or to light a Candle of Remembrance, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Southern Tier Pregnancy Resource Center, 375 W. Water St., Elmira, NY 14905. He passed away peacefully at his son's home in Utah with his family by his side. She is survived by nine children, Donald (Lucinda) Merrill, Bruce (Heather) Merrill, Phillip (Heather) Merrill, Virginia Merrill Taylor, Christine (John III) Paris, Linda (Rodney) Wheat, Deborah (Mark) Dawson, Bonnie (Vincent) Scuteri, and Tammy (Mike) Cole; brother, Leonard Tyler; sister, Jane Tyler Mullins; sister-in-law, Judith Merrill; 37 grandchildren; 69 great grandchildren; 22 great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved companions, Minx and Misty. To leave the family a message of condolence, or to light a Candle of Remembrance, please visit www.haugheywoodzinger.com, Obituary: Born in Queens, NY on June 25, 1933, he was the son of Joseph and Sarah Solomon. Valerie Jean Chomenko, 65, of Lowman, NY, passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 23, 2023 in Big Flats, NY. Simply browse the Watkins Glens obituaries listing you can find on this page or conduct a search on the web site with your loved ones name. In 2021, Fr. Chester William "Bill" Wagner Obituary - Star-Gazette He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding a Harley Davidson in his younger years. A Celebration of Life for Charles W. Doane of Watkins Glen, NY, who died on April 25, 2022 at the age of 73, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022 at the Watkins Glen Elks Club. There were work crews there the next day.) He is survived by his children, Debra (Gary) Schmidt, Bonita (Mark) Specchio, William Billy Yaw, and Jackie Yaw Leszyk (Joe Crane); life partner, Maxine Cunningham; grandchildren, Eric (Megan) Schmidt, Lindsay (Ben) Winstead, Mark Jr. (Karen) Specchio, Matthew Specchio (Mallory McCullouch), Cassidy Yaw, Tai Givin, Cassandra (Chris) Crout, and Danielle Leszyk; 14 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and the Burger King Coffee Club and staff! (1972) and M.S. Phils kind and generous soul always made room for family, friends, good food, and a good joke. Sandra was a member of the Watkins Glen Congregation of Jehovahs Witnesses since 1983, where she enjoyed sharing up building Bible truths with her family, friends and neighbors. In her working years, she was a licensed master social worker, holding various positions in Chemung, Steuben, and Broome counties. Watkins Glen Obituaries - Latest Obituaries in Watkins Glen, NY - Echovita He was an avid fan of Insane Clown Posse, Twiztid, Anybody Killa, The Snowgoons, Esham, Lex the Hex Master, Claas, Boondox, Blaze, Tech N9ne, and many more (pretty much any rapper who wasnt played on the radio). He was just as tough at Horse Auctions. She grew up in Waverly, NY, and raised her six children in the area prior to moving to Watkins Glen in 1983. Fred and Steve are also musicians. Obituary: He had retired as a welder from Shepard Niles in Montour Falls. 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; and granddaughter, Laura Sabatini (Jason) of Trumansburg, NY. She co-owned a ceramic shop in Watkins Glen with her lifetime friend Christine Cosgrove. A hard worker since his youth, John was employed at Philips Lighting in Bath for 25 years. His niece Donna and her husband Brad were with him when he passed. He was born in Montour Falls, NY on September 9, 1948, the son of the late Robert and Hilda Hoover. The family will receive friends at the Glen Baptist Church, 3311 Reading Rd., Watkins Glen NY from 10 a.m.-12 noon on Saturday (Nov. 5), followed by a funeral service at 12 noon at the church; burial following at East Lawn Cemetery in Ithaca. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Thursday, September 22 from 2-4 p.m. at the Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls, NY. In 1986, he went to Boston, MA for training in Hospital Chaplaincy. She was a devoted, passionate, active and loving mother; and in recent years a fun, loving, and caring grandmother to her two grandsons, Kylo and Jasper. Friends are invited to join the family at a graveside service on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Hillcrest Cemetery in New Albany, immediately followed by a luncheon to share memories at the New Albany Social Hall, 134 Main St., New Albany, PA. Memorials in the name of Doris may be directed to the New Albany Fire Department, PO Box 167, New Albany PA 18833. He started building and flying radio control airplanes and sailplanes. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls. Melissa is survived by her husband, Alva Greist, Sr; son and daughter-in-law, Alva Jr. and wife Samantha of Rock Stream; daughter Rachael Greist of Watkins Glen, grandson Carson Alva Greist; mother and step-father, Barbara and Archie Williard of Pennsylvania; sisters and brothers-in-law, Stephanie and Dennis Hayes of Pennsylvania, and Kelly and Adam Greist of Corning; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph Greist and Omawati Fanny Persaud of Georgia, and mother-in-law Patricia Greist of Corning. Fran is survived by three daughters, Judy (Gary) Urban of Hector, NY, LaNora Chapman of Buckeye, AZ and Deborah (Larry) Updike of Trumansburg, NY; one son, Dennis (Laura) Chapman, Apex, NC; one sister, Clara Bea (Tommy) Scott, Lynchburg, VA; four grandchildren, Susan Scalia, Chris (Nikki) Randall, Brian Randall, and Michelle Sigrid Bloom (Eric Crisp); six great grandchildren, Mathew and Meghan Swan, Juliana (Dylan Adams) Randall, Brennan and Kamryn Randall, and Matthias Beinick; one great great granddaughter, Oaklynn Adams; and by several nieces and nephews. He loved watching and cheering on his grandchildren during their sporting events. Along with the Yankees, the greatest football team was the 49ers. Jim was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Jensen Beach, FL and a life member of both the VFW and the American Legion. Cevert, French Driver, Killed at Watkins Glen (Published 1973) Age 62, of Hector, NY passed away on February 17 after a long private battle with cancer. Admin Login. Ruth enjoyed two trips this last year to the Outer Banks of South Carolina with her daughters and to Idaho to visit her stepson Daniel and his wife Alison. There will be no calling hours. Ed was born in Elmira, a son of John and Katherine Mazur Karski. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Legion or the American Heart Association. She enjoyed going to the neighbors house to watch the Mickey Mouse Club on TV, playing with dolls, and spending time with her best friend Mary Smalley. Her passion was her beloved children, Joseph Rockwell (Connelly) of Seattle and Jessica Peters (Jacob) at home, her family and her menagerie of animals, who are just as lost as we are. Her early years were spent in Center Mills, in the town of Horseheads, NY, across the street from her great grandfathers grist, plaster, and lumber mills. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie E. Sills; her sisters, Irene (Edward) Long, Vivian (Roger) Thall, Charlien (John) DeLeury, and Marjorie (Judson) George; and her brothers, Gerald (Catherine) Slocum, Donald (Ruth) Slocum and Earl (Ann) Slocum. After he retired, he worked for Grants Greenhouse delivering flowers to florist shops; Classy Chassy Car Wash for many years; as a guard for Loomis Fargo; part-time at the Glen Dairy Bar; as a mail carrier one summer; and security at the WGI race track for a few years. Sylvia was born December 2, 1952 in Beaver Dams, NY to parents Beverly and Bernard VanSkiver. She worked at Schuyler Hospital for over 40 years, wearing many hats. Her nickname back then was string bean Dean because of her long legs and slender build. Gary Robert Anderson. Whether she was Mom, Grandma, or Gigi, she loved her family and would instantly change her plans to help any of us. He was an outstanding athlete in basketball, football and track. Joan was predeceased by her parents, Emil and Rose (DeDominick) Biever, her brother and sister-in-law, Pierre and Geta Biever, her nephew Philip Biever and her son-in-law, Ronald Elliott. Please consider making a donation in her memory to Bergen Countys United Way and Madeline Corporation, where contributions will be used to help develop affordable housing for individuals with developmental disabilities, domestic violence survivors, and the chronically homeless. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com, Service: His heart truly never left Watkins Glen and his beloved Seneca Lake. The following obituary was submitted to The Odessa Contributions may be made in Bruces memory to the VA or to the Humane Society of Schuyler County. Jay was predeceased by his parents George and Bertha Russell and his brother and sister-in-law Kenneth and Ann Russell. Words of condolence and memories may be shared at www.lynchsfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls, NY. Anita loved living in Burdett and took great pride in her home. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. Joyce could quilt, crochet, knit and sew just about anything. She was born in Montour Falls, NY. He joined his father in business at the Vedder and Scott Inc. Funeral Homes in Montour Falls and Odessa, NY until retiring in 2016. Pat worked at the New York State Fire Academy in Montour Falls. Celebrate family, friendship and remember Kevins kind and gentle spirit. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 a.m. Burial with military honors will take place at 2:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Cemetery in Watkins Glen. She will be interred at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Coopers Plains at a later date. He also enjoyed Fathers day fishing trips with his Dad. Obituary: Helen sadly lost many loved ones and showed us how to carry on: her beloved son Jerry Jr. (at age 13) and beloved daughter Lisa (at age 21); sister Gladys (Taylor) Durtche; brother Chuck Taylor; sister-in-law Sherri Taylor; sister-in-law Linda Gascon; brother-in-law Gary Gascon; her parents, Kenneth and Myrtle Taylor; parents-in-law, Warren and Myrtle Gascon; great-grandson Carter Clark; numerous family and friends. She especially enjoyed Sunday dinners with all her family. He was predeceased by his wife, Elly, and their youngest son, Ben. He retired in Phoenix after decades of traveling. The family will receive friends at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen on Tuesday (Nov. 22) from 3pm-5pm; followed by a memorial service at 5pm. Box 137, Odessa, NY 14869. June Marie Tyler Merrill Age 69, a longtime resident of Romeo Apartments in Montour Falls, NY and currently of Odessa, NY, passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Edna was born on June 5, 1942, the daughter of the late Homer and Frances Rappleye. He was passionate about everything he did in life, like hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and spending time on Tug Hill with some of the best people. A celebration of Virginias life will be held on Sunday, May 22, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Montour Moose Lodge, 2096 State Route 14, Montour Falls. Fran enjoyed teaching ceramics and playing Euchre. She was happily married for 29 years to Ken Voorhees, who predeceased her by a few days. As a young child Harmonei played soccer, football, basketball and softball. A celebration of life for David will be held from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 at the Montour Moose Lodge, 2096 State Route 14, Montour Falls. She grew up in Montour Falls, NY, graduating from high school and going on to receive her B.S. He grew up in Niagara Falls, NY, where he attended LaSalle High School. He was always very precise and paid great attention to detail in all he did, whether work or play. She had resided in Bucks County, Pennsylvania for most of her life and the last 10 years in Hector. He served on the Hector Town Board as a council person since 1998, was Vice Chairman for the Schuyler County Republican Committee and was on the Board of Directors for SCOPED.