Obituaries

Mar 22, 2024 at 10:30 am by Observer-Review


Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of March 20:

Our dad, Warren Elliott, passed away peacefully Jan. 31, 2024 after a long battle with congestive heart failure.
Growing up, we often heard stories about his life and they were always colorful, charismatic and sometimes, hard to believe. Our dad grew up in a small town in Upstate New York but went to a boy’s choir school in Trenton, New Jersey for part of his youth. Through this opportunity, he was able to travel throughout North America and started realizing his love of singing.
After graduating high school, he went to college in Chicago but left school because he was told to either cut his hair or leave. He chose to leave and opened a bar that he loved to perform at as a folk singer. He played on the Chicago Bears practice football team for two years and met many famous singers and actors who lived in Chicago at that time.
His next chapter after bar ownership, was going to nursing school where he met our mom. They graduated and shortly after, joined the Air Force and did multiple tours in Vietnam. They traveled all over the world collecting lots of treasures, including rocks and gems for the jewelry my dad loved to make.
After retiring from the military, my parents ended up divorcing, but Dad remarried and settled in Wilmington, North Carolina. He continued to perform in bars and at church and made jewelry when he could. He was proudly Scottish and was an active member of the Scottish Society. He and his wife spent much of that time traveling but always returned to Seneca Lake for the summer to the cottage our family built in the 50s.
We will never forget the story about how one night in high school, Dad swam across the lake at night to see a girlfriend and swam back before my grandmother woke up. One mile each way. At night. My brother and I learned a lot from our dad and will miss him, but look forward to passing on his life stories to our children and hoping they live their lives to the fullest too.
My dad didn’t want a service. In lieu of that, in remembrance of my dad, have a dance party, sing a song, eat some delicious food or do something that makes your day more fun.

Sara Jane Fullagar Hunt, 83, of Penn Yan, passed away peacefully at home, after her third battle with cancer, March 15, 2024.
Born to William Joy and Marjorie (White) Fullagar, Jan. 18, 1941, Sara lived her whole life on Second Milo Road. Penn Yan.
Sara attended a one-room schoolhouse (Milo #3) to start her education next door to her parents’ property, then transferred to the Penn Yan Central School graduating from the Academy’s class of 1958.
She was a young girl scout and sang with Varitones.
After high school, Sara was part of the candy stripers at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial hospital. She then went to RBI to earn her degree as a medical secretary. She worked for Dr. Jensen’s office in Penn Yan before earning her nursing degree at Corning Community College, graduating in 1970. Sara received her nurse practitioner degree in the early 1980s. She worked at the Rushville Health center for over 23 years.
Sara married Thomas H. Hunt Aug. 29, 1970. She will be deeply missed by friends and family. She is survived by her husband, Thomas H. Hunt; children, Brian E. (Lori) Covert from a previous marriage, Thomas E. Hunt, Nicole E. Hunt and granddaughter Lauren Covert, along with many nieces and nephews. Her sister Joyce Marie Button, from Rochester, predeceased her.
Some of Sara’s closest friends were called the “Lunch Bunch.” They met every Wednesday for lunch at the Liberty Restaurant: Dianne Hansen, Elsie Eighmey, Margaret Calder, Margo Zimdahl, Jeanne Hansen, Sylvia Thayer and Myrtle Ryder. All were high school friends. And we cannot forget a very close friend Diane Hayes.
Sara also enjoyed playing the piano, attending the Auburn theater, going out to supper (sometimes by boat), cross country skiing, downhill skiing, and reading. She was a member of the Remarkable Readers Book Club and a member of the United Methodist church. She also took great pride in her flower gardens and lawn.
Calling hours are 1-3 p.m., with service of remembrance at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 24 at Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St., Penn Yan.
Those wishing, may consider a memorial donation in her memory to Ontario-Yates Hospice. Condolences and remembrances of Sara may be left for the family in her obituary at www.WeldonFuneralHome.com.

Death notices
DOUG BERGSTRESSER, 62, of Penn Yan, March 11, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
WARREN ELLIOTT, 83, Jan. 31, 2024. Arrangements by Atlantic Cremation Service.
Sara J. Hunt, 83, of Penn Yan, March 15, 2024 at home. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
DAVID L. LAFAVE, 70, of Branchport, March 9, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
BONNIE SCHROEDER, 69, of Penn Yan, March 8, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
JOE R. SEARLES, 82, of Geneva, March 13, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
RAYMOND W. “RAY” SPENCER, 72, of Hammondsport, March 14, 2024 at home. Arrangements by Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport.

 

Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of March 13:

Donald J. Averill passed from this earth to meet his Lord and Savior Sunday, March 3, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. Mr. Averill was born Dec. 29, 1931 in Buffalo. He is survived by his wife, Carole, and his children: Timothy (Johanna), Patricia Triffo, Terence (Dirk Geratz), Donna Sullivan (Norm), Diane Ottley, Thomas (Cathy), Christopher (Judy) and Martin. He is also survived by three stepchildren; Michael Hoffman (Amanda), Stefanie Hoffman and Sharon Hoffman.
In addition to his children and stepchildren, he is survived by his sister, Jane Labelle, and by 23 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife of 48 years, Marjorie; an infant daughter, Ann: his father, Frank P. Averill; his mother, Marguerite E. Averill; his brothers Richard, Robert and William Averill and his sister, Virginia Baty.
Mr. Averill was an educator, serving 13 years as a teacher and 18 years as an administrator. He retired from Dundee Central School in 1986. Subsequent to his retirement, he provided services to BOCES, school districts and the New York State Education Department. He received a master’s degree in history and education from Canisius College in Buffalo, New York, and certification in administration from SUNY Geneseo.
Mr. Averill was active in the Catholic Communities in which he lived, serving on parish councils and as a Eucharistic Minister and Lector for 30 years. He is a member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus in Geneva.
Visitation will occur Friday, March 15 from 3-6 p.m. at the Baird Funeral Home in Dundee. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, March 16, at 9 a.m. at St. Michael’s Church in Penn Yan, followed by burial at the Holy Cross Cemetery in Watkins Glen.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Catholic Diocese of Nakuru with St. John’s Small Home in the memo, c/o Reverend Stephen Ogaro, Roman Catholic Diocese of Nakuru Mission Office, Inc., 406 Spencer St., Canastota, NY, 13032-1137; cdnmission@yahoo.com.
Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Robert J. Murdock, 71, of Penn Yan gave up his fight Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.
Honoring his wishes there are no formal calling hours. All his friends and family are invited to a Celebration of His Life starting at 1 p.m. Saturday April 20, at the Penn Yan Moose Lodge, 301 Elm St., Penn Yan.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in his memory should be made to the Penn Yan FFA, 305 Court St., Penn Yan, NY 14527 Att: Carlie Bossard.
“Bob” was born Dec. 31, 1952 in Penn Yan, one of three sons of Harold J. and Lulu (née Stratton) Murdock. Raised on the family dairy farm, educated in Penn Yan Schools, he married the love of his life, the former Jeanne R. Armstrong on April 15, 1972; she passed away Aug. 6, 2021. A hard worker all his life, “Bob” had a very diversified resumé. From his dairy farm upbringing, he once worked at the old Texaco at the Lake Street four corners, before he worked for Penn Yan Boats. For a while he traveled with J.R. Inc. installing windows in Sky-Scrapers, followed Blowers Fertilizer in Hall until he was hired by B.R. DeWitt and planted his feet on concrete, delivering hundreds of thousands of yards before he finally retired after 31 years of service from Hanson Aggregates in Penn Yan.  
Mr. Murdock was a member of Teamsters Local 118, the Penn Yan Loyal Order of The Moose Lodge #2030, Sons of the Penn Yan American Legion, a life member of the Seneca Lake Duck Hunters Assoc. and a long time member and captain in the Yates County Pool League. In his younger days, he played basketball and enjoyed the woods, while pretending to hunt.
He will be dearly missed by his two sons, Nicholas J. (Hannah Wheeler) Murdock and Chris R. (Patty Scutt) Murdock; two granddaughters, Madisyn Murdock and Molly Murdock; his sister Mary Ellen (Larry) Allen and sister-in-law Jean Murdock, all of Penn Yan; in-laws Paul B. (Sharon) Armstrong of North Hampton, Massachusetts, David L. (Lois McMichael) Armstrong and Kelly Armstrong, also of Penn Yan; along with several nieces and nephews, and countless friends and beloved teammates.
Besides his parents and his wife, he was predeceased by two brothers, Donald and Myron Murdock.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Bruce Alden Reynolds, 65, of Watkins Glen and formerly of Montour Falls, passed away Feb. 29, 2024 at home.
Bruce was born Nov. 26, 1958 in Montour Falls, the son of the late Alden and Shirley (Hodge) Reynolds of Odessa. He graduated from Odessa-Montour Central High School in 1977.
He is survived by his two sons, Michael Reynolds and Bradley Reynolds, both of Montour Falls; brother-in-law Rocky Rumsey of Millport; and two nephews, Matt and Kyle Menio. He was predeceased by his sister, Debra A. Rumsey.   
Bruce drove truck for Stewart P. Wilson, Inc. in Montour Falls. He loved dirt tracks and drag racing, and spending time there with family and friends. He especially loved Outlaw Speedway in Dundee. Bruce helped his family run Reynolds Marine and Montour Marina for many years.  
Friends and relatives were invited to pay their respects and celebrate Bruce’s life at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. Fourth St., Watkins Glen, Saturday, March 9 from 2-3 p.m. A memorial service followed promptly at 3 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial donations in his memory may be made to the Schuyler County Humane Society, PO Box 427, Montour Falls, NY 14865 (or online at www.SchuylerHumane.org).

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Beverly J. Viglione, who left us March 4, 2024, at the age of 86. Beverly’s journey began Sept. 24, 1937, into a busy and bustling farming family in Cato, New York.
Beverly’s life was adorned with various pursuits that brought her joy. She walked through life’s path from Cato-Meridian High School, work at Shepard Niles, wife, mother, homemaker, work at Lakewood Vineyards, and retirement from the U.S. Post Office. An ardent lover of the outdoors, she found solace in life long activities such as caring for and riding her horses, hunting, sewing, painting, gardening, creating beautiful quilts for family, and healing quilts for church friends fallen ill.
Among those who welcomed Beverly into eternity are her parents D. Ray and Mabel Crandall, her son John R. Viglione, son-in-law Anthony J. Fraboni and granddaughter Samantha Viglione. Additionally, she joins her 13 siblings: Robert, Raymond, Ray, Pearl, Timothy, Glen, Ora, Clarence, Genevieve, Lela, Alice, Marion and Virginia.
Left to cherish her memory is her devoted husband of 63 years, Thomas C. Viglione; son Thomas C. Viglione Jr. of Kansas City, Missouri; daughters Elizabeth Fraboni of Watkins Glen and Margaret Kuznets (Douglas Gerow) of Hubbard Lake, Michigan; daughter-in-law Chanh Viglione of Syracuse; son-in-law Oleg Kuznets of Marlton, New Jersey; grandchildren Mark Fraboni (Tristine Mace) of St. Petersburg, Florida; Sarah Kuznets of Marlton, New Jersey; Thomas Viglione of Kansas City, Missouri; Ashley Viglione of Syracuse; special caregiver Melissa Smith; and beloved cat Missy.
Please join us to honor Beverly’s life at Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home in Watkins Glen Wednesday, March 13, from 2-3 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 3 p.m. She will find her final resting place at Pleasant View Cemetery in Reading Center.
Beverly’s presence touched countless lives during her time with us. She will forever be remembered for her gentle, creative spirit and kindness. May she rest in peace surrounded by God’s eternal love and tranquility.

Doris (Jean) Woodworth, 89, long time resident of Montour Falls, passed away peacefully March 5, 2024 following an extended diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Dementia at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls.
She was born on April 17, 1934. Jean graduated from Watkins Glen High School where she was a sports enthusiast and a talented athlete. Jean loved her family unconditionally and devoted her life to being a wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. She was an avid reader and enjoyed baking and gardening. Her famous brownies with pink icing were a neighborhood favorite. She was also an impeccable housekeeper. Jean was particularly fond of animals, especially a gray cat named Princess.
Jean is survived by her two sons whom she adored, Stephen (Theresa) Woodworth and Gary (Jacqueline) Woodworth in addition to several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Derek Woodworth, Luke (McKenna) Apgar, Matthew (Taylor) Woodworth, Margaret Woodworth, Hayden Woodworth, Natalee Woodworth, Khloe Goodrich, Brooke Apgar and Benjamin Woodworth.
Jean was the wife of the late Bruce Nary Woodworth. She was also predeceased by her parents, Thomas and Alda Strong, as well as her sister, Eileen Layton, and her brother and sister-in-law, Bud and Joan Strong.
The family wishes to thank the staff members at the Seneca View Nursing Facility and the Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their tremendous care and compassion.
There will be no calling hours as per the family’s request. The family will hold a private service.
Burial will be in Montour Cemetery. 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.

Death notices
DONALD J. AVERILL, 92, March 3, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
HAROLD EGBURTSON, 87, of Palmyra, formerly of Penn Yan, March 1, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
ROBERT J. MURDOCK, 71, of Penn Yan, March 3, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
ANNA L. MURRAY, 93, of Penn Yan, Feb. 23, 2024 at Keuka Comfort Care Home. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
TERRY L. NUSSBAUMER, 76, of Penn Yan, March 5, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Bruce A. Reynolds, 65, of Watkins Glen, formerly of Montour Falls, Feb. 29, 2024 at home. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
SAMUEL C. TERPOLILLI, 82, of Penn Yan, Feb. 27, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Beverly J. Viglione, 86, March 4, 2024. Arrangements by  Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Doris J. Woodworth, 89, of Montour Falls, March 5, 2024 at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.

 

Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of March 6:

Alice L. Frazier of Rock Stream passed away Feb. 23, 2024 at the age of 100 years, 10 months and 3 days.
She was born in Queens, New York on April 20, 1923, one of nine children of William and Gertrude (Gay) Freeman. She worked many years in Queens as a bank loan officer. Alice and her late husband resided in Rock Stream for many years, and were members of the Glen Baptist Church in Watkins Glen.
She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas Miles Frazier on March 9, 1997. She was predeceased by all of her brothers and sisters; a son and daughter, Douglas Thompson and Sharon Sharkey; and great-granddaughter, Ashley Jerzak.
She is survived by her son, Dennis (wife Darlene) Sharkey, of Rock Stream; daughter, Beverly (husband Mitchell) Rea of Burdett; 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Blanche Frazier and Monica Freeman; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. Fourth St., Watkins Glen, Friday, March 8 from 5-7 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m. A graveside committal service will be held Saturday, March 9 at 11 a.m. at Lake View Cemetery in Watkins Glen.

Susan Ann Smith-Orr, 78, of Dundee passed away Monday, Feb. 26, 2024 at Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls.
There will be no prior calling hours. A Celebration of Her Life will be held from 3-6 p.m. with a memorial service conducted at 4 p.m. Friday, March 15 at the Tyrone Fire Hall, 3600 State Route 226, Tyrone, with Pastor Lee Capodagli officiating. Inurnment will be at the convenience of the family in Tyrone Union Cemetery.  
Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Schuyler County, 124 Marina Dr., Montour Falls, NY 14865.
Susan was born Aug. 11, 1945 in Owego, the daughter of Alva Leon and Olive Mary (Young) Smith. She was a waitress at Nicks in Horseheads for many years, but her true love was hair dressing, and she was the personal beautician of countless women over the years. She was also loved by many people for whom she was a personal caregiver. Susan was a long time member of Tyrone United Methodist Church. In her spare time she loved doing crafts, crochet, gardening, arranging flowers, and was a friend to all animals.
She is survived by a son, Raymond (Jill Landon) Rumsey of Addison; two daughters, Kimberley A. Timmerman of Prattsburgh and Kristie J. (Judd) McAtee; and a stepdaughter Kathy Jo (Ed) Hanville of Southport, New York; 13 grandchildren, 15 great- grandchildren including a special bond with her great-granddaughter Novalee; three nieces, one nephew and her best friend of 50+ years, Nancy Palmer.
A very special thanks to her adopted granddaughter, Kimmie Dombroski who went beyond the call to make sure her final days were spent well, happy and comfortable.
She was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband of 24 years, William R. Orr Sr. in 2014; a sister Sandi Creach-Ruthstrom in 2017 and a grandson Joshua Northup in 2022.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Mildred Erlean Stacker-Hasty, 75, of Corning entered unto rest Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 at The Corning Center.
Mildred was born in Manhattan, New York on May 25, 1948, the daughter of McKinley and Bertha O. D. (House) Stacker Jr. She graduated from Babylon High School and Farmingdale College. She married DeWitte Hasty in Babylon, New York in March of 1976. She worked as a health care professional for 28 years before retiring in 1999.
Mildred is survived by three daughters, Noel Felton, Claudette Hasty and Claudrene Hasty; two sons, Quinton-Alan B. Hasty and Derrick D. Hasty; sister, Carol Slater; brothers, Umeme (Jennifer) Stacker and McKinley “MacK” (Oneyda) Stacker; brother-in-law, LeRoy Jackson; a host of grand, great- grand and great-great grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces, cousins and other family members. In addition to her parents, Mildred was predeceased by her husband, DeWitte W. Hasty; son, Leonard W. Hasty; and sister, Linda Jackson.
Family and friends called from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 3 at Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls. Her funeral service was held Monday, March 4 at 12 p.m. at the funeral home, the Rev. Quinton-Alan Hasty officiating.
Memories of Mildred may be shared with her family and friends at vedderscottzinger.com.

Death notices
Alice L. Frazier, 100, of Rock Stream, Feb. 23, 2024. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
ANNA L. MURRAY, 93, of Penn Yan, Feb. 23, 2024 at Keuka Comfort Care Home. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
DORTHEY J. NINE, 72, of Dresden, formerly of Catawba, West Virginia, Feb. 13, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Susan Ann Smith-Orr, 78, of Dundee, Feb. 26, 2024 at Schuyler Hospital, Montour Falls. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
Mildred E. Stacker-Hasty, 75, of Corning, Feb. 24, 2024 at The Corning Center. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
SAMUEL C. TERPOLILLI, 82, of Penn Yan, Feb. 27, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.

 

Obituaries/Memorial/Death Notices week of Feb. 28:

Robert Joseph Baumgardner Sr., 69, of Burdett passed away Feb. 21, 2024. He lived for over 50 years with a significant traumatic brain injury which included a seizure disorder. He had a huge seizure Friday afternoon and had to be put in a medically induced coma. He did not get better. He was gracious in life and passed away peacefully.
Joe grew up on Virginia’s eastern shores. He was a talented and lettered athlete in football, baseball and track at Onancock High School.
Joe was easygoing and had limitations but he was always a very kind, compassionate gentle man who loved his two sons and his five grandchildren tremendously. Joe attended the Rainbow Chasers Club in Watkins Glen and was best buddies especially with Steve and John. Despite some limitations Joe always gave his best efforts and did what he could to make whatever needed to be changed or fixed better. To those of us who appreciate compassionate people, Joe was top of the list. He will be missed by many who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Marie Ely Baumgardner; sons, Robert Jr. (Andrea) Baumgardner of North Ridgeville, Ohio, and Joel (Rachel) Baumgardner of Elmira Heights; brothers and sister, Eddie (Flo) Baldwin of Onancock, New York, Leroy (Laura) Baumgardner and Pam (Johnny) Taylor, both of Melfa, Virginia; and five grandchildren, Nathaniel, Landon, Ellie, Molly and Avery. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Frances Baumgardner, brother John, and sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Richard Colonna.
A Memorial Service was held at the Hector Presbyterian Church Saturday, Feb. 24 at 1 p.m. The family received friends at the church prior to services from 12-1 p.m.
Please consider in lieu of flowers, a memorial donation in his memory to the First Presbyterian Church of Hector, 5511 SR-414, Hector, NY 14841.
You may leave a memory or condolence for the family in his obituary at www.RoyceChedzoy.com. The Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home of Watkins Glen is assisting the family.

Steve Breuer of Penn Yan passed away Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 at the age of 81. Mr. Breuer was the son of Ned and Eileen Breuer and was a long-time mathematics teacher in Penn Yan School District retiring in June of 2007. He was a member of the Ellsworth Hose Company of Penn Yan Fire Department, the Elks Club where he served as the Southern Tier District Chairman of the Hoop Shoot, the Knights of Columbus #10796, and was a communicant of St. Michael’s Church serving as an usher at the 9:30 a.m. Sunday Mass.
In his earlier years, Mr. Breuer coached football at Penn Yan Academy and was the coach of the Wagner Little League baseball team for many years. He developed a keen interest in the Civil War later in life and made many trips to various battle sites, his favorite being Gettysburg where even in retirement he continued to accompany the history classes from Penn Yan Academy to that location as a chaperone.
Mr. Breuer is survived by two sons, Brian (Kate) Breuer of Charlotte, North Carolina and Kevin (Adrianne) Breuer of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina; five special grandchildren: granddaughters Emersyn, Kellyn, and Riley Breuer and grandsons Connor and Sullivan Breuer. Steve is also survived by his brothers Paul (Suzanne) of Syracuse, Bob (Linda) of Penn Yan and one sister Mary Ann (Larry) Christensen of Penn Yan, plus his sister-in-law Carol Breuer, nephews Adam, David, Patrick (Corin), Chris and Jeff Breuer (LeighAnn), and Nate Christensen. Nieces include Michaela (Hugh Stuart) and Ariel Christensen, along with many great nieces and a nephew. He is also survived by his very special friends, Carlee and Cody Buck, and his life partner Marcia Dailey. Steve was predeceased by his parents and brothers David and Gary, as well as, his faithful companion Rusty, one of the many four-legged friends he became attached to throughout his life.
Honoring Mr. Breuer’s wishes, there will be no calling hours. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the Yates County Humane Society, PO Box 12, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or to St. Michael’s School, 214 Keuka St., Penn Yan, NY 14527. Memories of Mr. Breuer made be shared with his family and friends at townsendwoodzinger@gmail.com.

Julia S. Ellison, 73, of Athens, Pennsylvania passed away Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024 at Elderwood in Waverly, New York.
She was predeceased by her parents, Richard and Mary Louise Markle Harbot; her siblings, Arthur “Pete” Spearman, John Spearman, Alverna Robertson and Sharon Alderman.  
Julia is survived by her children, Carl R. Bruce Jr., Brian Bruce, Steven Harvey and Joshua Harvey; her six grandchildren, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Julia was born in Watkins Glen and worked as a home health aide for many years.  She also worked at New York State Developmental Planning Council.  She was a 4-H leader for many years.  She enjoyed artwork, needlework, coloring, music, singing in the Guthrie Choir and knew American Sign Language.  She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in Towanda.
A time of calling was held Tuesday, Feb. 27 from 11 to 12 at the Blauvelt Funeral Home, 625 Broad St., Waverly, New York. A funeral service was held at 12 p.m. at Blauvelt Funeral Home with Bishop Russell Lehman officiating. Burial at Rural Home Cemetery in Big Flats.  For those unable to attend the services, they were live streamed at 12 p.m. at www.blauveltfuneralhome.com.
Those wishing to send a message of remembrance to Julia’s family may visit our Facebook page or at www.blauveltfuneralhome.com.

Joan C. Kinner, 74, of Odessa passed away Feb. 15, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Joan was born Feb. 10, 1950, the daughter of Herbert and Helen (Moore) Sheffield.  Joan was a dedicated member of the cafeteria team for the Odessa-Montour Central School and enjoyed many years working in the Argetsinger Vineyards.  
She was predeceased by her father in January 2007.  She was also predeceased by two of her sisters, Donna Compton and Bonnie White, and granddaughter Mariah.
She is survived by her mother, Helen (Moore) Haight; and three children, Betty Lynn (Stacey) Smith of Beaver Dams, Marion (Adam) Reed of Odessa and Shirley Kinner (Frank Reed) of Watkins Glen.  As well as her brothers and sisters, Patrick (Cheryl) White of Cayuta, Herb (Lisa) Sheffield of Ithaca, Lloyd Sheffield of Ithaca, Helen Alford of Trumansburg, Nancy (Dan) Greenwalt of Erin, Sandra Babcock of Montour Falls and Debbie Hart of Ithaca; seven grandchildren, Mindy, Jessica, Grant, Heavyn, Carri, Brielle and Jana; and 10 great-grandchildren, Brookelyn, Kayleigh, Avery, Thoryn, Greyson, Kiona, Maddisyn, Arryah, Mckennah and Augustus.  
Known for her passion for crocheting and the joy she found in dancing and singing—what truly captured Joan’s heart was preparing home-cooked meals for her family. Her love knew no bounds when it came to those dear to her heart.
In honoring Joan’s life; a private celebration will be held by her family at a later date. For those who wish to share their memories or extend condolences to the family, you may do so through Joan’s obituary at www.RoyceChedzoy.com.

Death notices
ROBERT J. BAUMGARDNER SR., 69, of Burdett, Feb. 21, 2024. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
STEVE BREUER, 81, of Penn Yan, Feb. 17, 2024. Arrangements by Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Julia S. Ellison, 73, of Athens, Pennsylvania, Feb. 22, 2024 at Elderwood in Waverly. Arrangements by Blauvelt Funeral Home, Waverly.
JOAN C. KINNER, 74, of Odessa, Feb. 15, 2024. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
LINDA R. SMITH, 65, of Beaver Dams, Feb. 18, 2024 in Sayre, Pennsylvania. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
JOANNE C. QUINN, 92, of Penn Yan, Feb. 17, 2024. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
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