John Lincoln Knapp, 73, of Dundee passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital in Penn Yan.
Honoring the family’s wishes there will be no prior calling hours. Services and inurnment in City Hill Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family on a date to be announced.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Dundee Fire Company, 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837; or the Wilmot Cancer Center, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642.
John was born July 26, 1950 in Penn Yan, the son of the late Paul G. and Agnes (Greeneway) Knapp. He graduated from Penn Yan Academy in 1969. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army in 1970. On Dec. 14, 1996 in the Dundee American Legion he married the former Laurie Joy Wright. John was a self-employed logger, and tree surgeon for most all of his life, he loved to make sawdust; he was also well known for his scrap iron recycling business.
Mr. Knapp was a member of Wayne American Legion Meade-Price Post 1208 Inc.; was a Past Commander of the Dundee American Legion, and member of the 7th District 40 et 8 Society; he was also a long time sponsor of the National Wild Turkey Federation, and he rarely missed a gun raffle or fund raiser throughout the area. In his spare time, he loved hunting, fishing and socializing with anyone he met, or knew.
He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Laurie J. Knapp; two sons, John A. “Jay” Knapp and Michael L. Knapp; three stepsons, Zachary H., Nathanial T. and Jonah C. Smith; nine grandchildren, five step-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Lucinda J. (John) Flynn and five nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Paul “Skeeter” Knapp, and a sister, Bev Hall.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Ronald T. Riley, 80, of Montour Falls went home peacefully to be with our Lord Sept. 20, 2023 at Elcor Rehab Facility, surrounded by the love of family and friends.
Ron was born in Montour Falls Jan. 8, 1943 to Jack and Rose (Bartone) Riley. Ron graduated from OMCS in 1961 and Broome Technical College in 1963. He married Mary Fedkiw Oct. 7, 1967 at St. Charles Borromeo in Elmira Heights.
Ron’s career in the fire industry began at American LaFrance in Elmira and his love for that industry continued even after he and his family moved to Miami, Florida, where he worked in sales for Mars Signal Light, SEFAC and Stertil Koni. Two of Ron’s favorite things about his career were the opportunity to travel around the U.S. as well as overseas and making life-long friendships along the way.
Ron had a wonderful sense of humor, a zest for life and a genuine love for people. Whenever you saw him, he was always smiling, laughing or joking.
Ron was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was always ready to pack a bag with Mary and head out to visit their grandchildren in Ukraine, Germany, Switzerland or wherever else they might be.
Ron was a life long active member of Miami Elks Lodge 948 which he dearly loved and also a member of the Montour Falls Moose #426.
After 38 years in Miami, they retired to Montour Falls in 2017.  At their ripe old age, their son Todd encouraged them to open a little Ukrainian restaurant in Watkins Glen called Babcha’s Pierogies.
They ran their little shop for five successful seasons where Ron thoroughly enjoyed their customers and treated each one as if they were old friends.
Ron was predeceased by his mother, Rose Bartone Riley in 1990 and his father, Jack Riley in 2011.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary; their daughter, Elizabeth (Danyo) Kulchyckyj of Philadelphia; sons, David (Jennifer) Riley of Sevierville, Tennessee and Todd Riley of Miami Beach; six grandchildren, Gregory, Vika and Lukash Kulchyckyj, Taylor and Cristina Riley and Brooke (Garrett) Fowler; two great-grandchildren, Landon and Memphis Fowler; brother Timothy (Deb) Riley of Montour Falls and by many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to call Friday, Sept. 29 from 5-7 p.m. at Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls. Ron’s service will follow at 7 p.m.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, Sept. 30 at 11 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, 1200 Walnut St. in Elmira (please use Bancroft Road entrance). A Celebration of Life reception for Ron will be held on at 1 p.m. at The Mechanics Club, 237 W. Main St. in Montour Falls after the burial.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Ron’s memory for the church roof repair fund to First Baptist Church of Montour Falls, PO Box 578, Montour Falls, NY 14865.
To leave Ron’s family a message of condolence, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com.

Death notices
JOHN L. KNAPP, 73, of Dundee, Sept. 20, 2023 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Penn Yan. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
LEONARD A. MILLER, 85, of Lindley, Sept. 19, 2023. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
RONALD T. RILEY, 80, of Montour Falls, Sept. 20, 2023 at Elcor Rehab Facility, Horseheads. Arrangements by Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls.
MYRA J. WOOD, 84, formerly of The Falls Home in Montour Falls, Sept. 17, 2023 at Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility, Montour Falls. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.

 

Robert J. Everett, 89, of Watkins Glen passed away peacefully at home Sept. 13, 2023.
The family will receive friends at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. Fourth St., Watkins Glen, Thursday, Sept. 21 from 12-2 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. Burial with military honors at Lakeview Cemetery at 3:15 p.m.
Bob was born in Dundee Aug. 18, 1934, the son of George and Harriett Everett. Upon graduating from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1957. After his service in the Army, he returned home and began working for Powers Manufacturing Company (Bucher-Emhart Glass) in Elmira.  He retired as a production engineer.
He volunteered his time to many local organizations, including serving 40 years as BOCES board member, vice president and president, as well as member of the Watkins Glen Central School Board of Education, 45 years with Reading Town Council, and a Watkins Glen Grand Prix volunteer.
Bob was a devoted husband and partner to his loving wife of 66 years, Carol (Emmons) Everett.
He is survived by his wife Carol; son Jeffery (Tammy) of Watkins Glen; daughters Karen (Mark) Storm of Watkins Glen and Lisa (Kevin) Beebe of Watkins Glen; five grandchildren, Christine (Ken) Pratt, Carrie (Jason Horton) Langley, Joshua (Cecilia Martinez) Langley, Kayla Ellis and Andrew (Kelee Corey) Rudy; great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Aubree, Aslyn and Kynsley Rudy, Arrah Pratt, Jackson and Hadley Ellis and Jaden Bailer; sisters-in-law, Ann Beardsley, Mary Lou Haight and Pat (Richard) Pierce; and brother-in-law, Walter (Edie) Emmons; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by daughter Linda Everett and brother George.
The family wishes to offer a special thanks to Liz, Patty and Alex from Heart to Heart for their loving and excellent care. Those wishing may consider a memorial donation in Bob’s memory to the Reading Center Community Church, PO Box 23, Reading Center, NY, 14876.
You may leave a cherished memory or condolence for the family in his obituary at www.RoyceChedzoy.com.

Lorna Dorthy “Doe” Hodge Hathaway, 77, of Dundee went home to be with  her Lord and Savior Friday, Sept. 15, 2023 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira.
The family will receive friends from 12-1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22, at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee, where her funeral service of salvation will be held at 1 p.m. with Pastor David Semans officiating.
Those wishing to make memorial contributions may direct them to the family.
Lorna was born March 19, 1946 in Montour Falls, the daughter of Merritt A. and Harriet C. Simpson Hodge. On Nov. 27, 1980 in Ovid she married Richard G. “Buck” Hathaway. They have lived locally since 1994, previously of Romulus; where she was employed for 18 and a half years in the food service division of Willard State Hospital, in Willard, retiring in 1993.
“Doe” as she was fondly called was a member of the Rock Stream Presbyterian Church and its Ladies Aid Society. A true “people person,” she loved helping people, and was involved in many extracurricular activities and programs. She was a devoted advocate and promoter of breast cancer awareness and may be remembered for her time as an Avon, Tupperware along with a few others in home sales rep positions. In what little spare time she had having raised four children, she enjoyed latch hook and plastic canvas crafts.
She was loved with all his heart by her husband of almost 43 years, Richard G. “Buck” Hathaway at home; along with three sons, Michael A. (Peggy) Weber of Lansing, New York, Kurt J. (Kimberly) Hathaway of Newfield, New York and Kevin R. (Angie) Hathaway of Seale, Alabama; a daughter, Cheri L. (Wilmer) Zimmerman of Manheim, Pennsylvania;  12 grandchildren; one great-grandson; two brothers, Lyle Hodge of Pennsylvania and Larry Hodge of Texas; a sister, Linda (Paul) Rathbun of Trumansburg and several nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents she was predeceased by four sisters, Lenabelle Hodge, Leola Young, Loretta Smith and Lois Jackson; and a brother, Lawrence Hodge.
Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

James Joseph Tuttle Jr., 63, of Penn Yan passed away Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester after a long illness.
Relatives and friends are invited to call Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 12-1 p.m. at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. His funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Lay Pastor Lew Ann Giles officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Dr. David Jeremiah at David Jeremiah.org
He was born in Montour Falls June 29, 1960, the son of James Joseph Tuttle Sr. and Carol Louise Cadwell and attended Dundee Central School. James worked at Seneca Foods in Dundee for many years. He was of the Baptist faith.
James made many things. He loved repurposing items and furniture of all kinds. He made very pretty wall art, tables and shelves, which he sold or gave away. He collected NASCAR items including trading cards. This hobby gave him much pleasure especially in the later stages of his illness. He always stayed current on what cards were selling and their values. James raced at Dundee Speedway when he was younger and hated giving it up.
James came to realize early in his illness, but still suffering greatly, what is important in life—God, family and friends. He had regret that he lost friends he had a great fondness for. He said he stopped reaching out to them as many of us do. He had so many things he wanted to do when he was well again and there was no doubt he would have accomplished them. He didn’t have children but did have his wonderful dog Zeus, for whom he had the deepest love. Zeus went everywhere with James before he became ill. You never saw him without his most loyal, trusting companion. He rescued him from a farm and Zeus never stopped trying to repay him.
James is survived by his mother, Carol; two sisters, Ruthanne Schenck of Penn Yan and Debra Litchfield of Penn Yan and formerly of Columbus, North Carolina; and by several aunts, uncles, one niece and numerous cousins. He was predeceased by his father, James Joseph Tuttle Sr.
Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Roger S. Wood, 89, of Bath, formerly of Wayne, died Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023 in the comfort of his home with his loving son at his side.
Honoring his wishes there will be no prior calling hours. Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to Wayne Fire Dept., P.O. Box 91, or the Wayne American Legion Meade-Price Post 1208 Inc., P.O. Box 101, Wayne, NY 14893.
Roger was born Aug. 24, 1934 in Dundee, one of five sons of Stanley F. and Edith M. Mattason Wood. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. A lifelong area resident, having lived most of his life in Wayne, he retired from the paint department of Mercury Aircraft, in Hammondsport, after over 40 years of employment.
Mr. Wood was a former member of the Wayne Fire Department, the Wayne American Legion and the Penn Yan Moose Lodge.
He is survived by his son Cary Wood with whom he made his home; a daughter Chrissy (Brett) Garrettson of Clarksville, Tennessee; four grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Armstrong of West Yellowstone and Betty Berl of Rochester; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Neil Wood; four brothers, Jack, Richard, Loren and his own twin brother Raymond Wood, and a sister, June Depew.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Death notices
Robert J. Everett, 89, of Watkins Glen, Sept. 13, 2023 at home. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Lorna D. “Doe” Hathaway, 77, of Dundee, Sept. 15, 2023 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Elmira. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
DOROTHY “DOT” KOVACS, 87, of Ithaca, formerly of Schuyler County, Sept. 10, 2023 at Hospicare, Ithaca. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
SALLY LOUY, 58, of Elmira, formerly of Watkins Glen, Aug. 16, 2023. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
MARGARET M. RUMSEY, 82, of Penn Yan, Sept. 12, 2023. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
James Joseph Tuttle Jr., 63, of Penn Yan, Sept. 13, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
Roger S. Wood, 89, of Bath, formerly of Wayne, Sept. 16, 2023 at home. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.

 

Charles F. Darling of 4906 Route 88, Sodus, and 4125 Route 14, Rock Stream, died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 at home in his cottage in Rock Stream on Seneca Lake where he spent more than 65 years fishing, swimming and boating. He was 94.
Born Aug. 27, 1929 in Montour Falls, son of John B. Darling and Marie Bates Darling, Charles, known by many as Charlie, was an area resident of Sodus for most of his life and an area resident of Rock Stream near Watkins Glen where he grew up and spent his summers for his entire life. He graduated from Watkins Glen High School and then attended and graduated from RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) with an associate’s degree in mechanical engineering. He married Martha Jane Valorn Sept. 19, 1953 and they were married less than three weeks shy of 70 years. It was rare to find the two apart.
Mr. Darling was a lifelong member of the AMCA (Antique Motorcycle Club of America) and the EMPIRE Chapter. He served as national AMCA treasurer four years from 1972-1976 and treasurer of the EMPIRE Chapter approximately 33 years from 1974-2007. Charles was a member of the First Reformed Church in Sodus. Mr. Darling was an engineer, a motorcycle enthusiast and an avid fisherman. If he wasn’t working on one of his antique motorcycles or fishing in Seneca Lake, you could find him out in the vegetable garden, tinkering with one of his old tractors, or involved in extensive genealogical research building a family tree.
Charles is survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Martha V. Darling; two children, Edward J. Darling and his wife Susan of North Rose, New York and Julie Ann Darling Sissel and her husband Mark of Rock Stream; and three grandchildren, Jonah Sissel, Isaiah Sissel and Seraphina Sissel. Charles was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and he loved nothing more than to spend time with his family.
Visitation hours were held Saturday, Sept. 9, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home in Watkins Glen. The funeral service was held immediately following at 2 p.m. at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home. Interment was at Rock Stream Cemetery in Rock Stream at 3:15 p.m. after the funeral service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Schuyler County Historical Society or to the First Reformed Church at Sodus, New York. Arrangements are by the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.

Travis Lamar Hoover, 25, of 814 Stone Mill Road, Dundee, went to meet his Lord and Savior Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, due to a tractor accident.
Calling hours will be held Thursday, Sept. 14 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the home of his parents, 5513 Waugh Road, Dundee. A funeral will be held Friday, Sept. 15 at 10 a.m. at East View Mennonite Church.
Travis was the husband of Joyce R. Hoover and the father of Alaina Joy, Karson Tyler and Kylie Joelle Hoover. He was employed by Cedar Lane Construction. Travis was a member of the East View Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.
Travis was born in Yates County on April 16, 1998. He was the son of David Lamar and Lucinda Z. Hoover, and the son-in-law of Leroy H. and Alta H. Hoover.
In addition to his paternal grandparents, Earl M. and Marian S. Hoover, he will be missed by his siblings, Brian James, Amy Louise, Lisa Marie, Loren David, Kristine Rose and Sheldon Ray Hoover, all at home. He also leaves his in-laws, Jolene R. (wife of Glenn H. Martin), Linda R. (wife of Nevin Lee Horst), Lisa R. (wife of Arnold Isaac Zimmerman), Leanna R. (wife of Matthew Z. Martin) and Rosella R. and Karen R. Hoover, both at home.
Travis was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Adin N. and Lydia Z. Zimmerman.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home of Gorham.

Gloria (Filippetti) Menio, 100, of Watkins Glen went to be with our Lord Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023 at Seneca View Nursing Facility in Montour Falls.
Gloria was born May 20, 1923 in Watkins Glen, the daughter of Thomas and Christina (Martine) Filippetti. She graduated from Watkins Glen High School and married Edward Menio in Watkins Glen on Aug. 7, 1943. She had worked for 20 years as a telephone repair clerk for NY Telephone. She was a member of the FOE, BPOE, Moose Club, Mechanics Club, and was a communicant of St. Mary’s of the Lake Church. She loved cruising, gambling, singing, playing cards and dancing. She had previously resided in Port Orange, Florida for 30 years and family was very important to her.
Gloria is survived by her daughters, Sandra Menio Cherock and Christina (Simon) Birtley; sons, Edward (Suzanne) Menio, Thomas (Lorraine) Menio and Mark (Francis) Menio; 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Teresa Filippetti Cope, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Gloria was predeceased by her husband, Edward Menio; brothers, Ernest, Joseph and Thomas Filippetti; sisters, Rachel F. Vickio, Henrietta F. Crouch, Mary F. Vickio and Loretta F. Van Horn.
Friends and family may call Saturday, Sept. 16 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Link at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church, 905 Decatur St., Watkins Glen, NY 14891. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated following at 11 a.m. at the Church. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Watkins Glen. Her family would like to thank Dr. Saks and the staff at Seneca View for the compassion and wonderful care shown to their mother. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers in Gloria’s memory to Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility, 220 Steuben St., Montour Falls, NY 14865 or to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516. Memories of Gloria may be shared with her family and friends at haugheywoodzinger.com.

Death notices
CHARLES F. DARLING, 94, of Sodus and Rock Stream, Aug. 31, 2023. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
Travis L. Hoover, 25, of Dundee, Sept. 9, 2023. Arrangements by Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home, Gorham.
Gloria (Filippetti) Menio, 100, of Watkins Glen, Sept. 10, 2023 at Seneca View Nursing Facility in Montour Falls. Arrangements by Haughey-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
NATHAN “NATE” C. WILSON, 39, of Painted Post and Hammondsport, Aug. 31, 2023. Arrangements by Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport.

 

June Ellen (Spencer) Cullen, 94, of Watkins Glen passed away to join her husband, the love of her life, Sunday Aug. 27, 2023. She was born in the town of Reading on April 21,1929. June is predeceased by her husband, of 66 years, Edward J. Cullen.
June was a lifelong resident of Schuyler County. She graduated from Watkins Glen High School after attending a one room schoolhouse in Reading Center. She loved her time during her youth spent on the family farm. She was a great lover of cats! Her many volunteer activities included RSVP driver, Well Baby Clinic, 4-H, Boy Scouts, Squires Drum and Bugle Corps, Schuyler Hospital Auxiliary, American Red Cross and many, many Rotary functions. She was awarded a Paul Harris Fellow by the Watkins-Montour Rotary club in honor of her service. She and her husband traveled internationally for many Rotary International Events. June for many years performed with the Peach Orchard Music society with her beautiful soprano voice. She also was an extraordinary seamstress, with many wedding gowns and wedding dresses to her credit. She was a caring neighbor and friend. The loving partnership she and Ed created throughout their life, in support of their family and community, is to be admired by all. Support of her family was her life’s focus; she gave them all unwavering love and care.
June is survived by daughters Barbara (Robert) Chapman of Rock Stream, Sheryl Callan, New Jersey, and son Stanley (Anna) Cullen of Rock Stream; brother Richard (Mary Alice) Spencer of Lyons, brother-in-law Charles Cullen of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sister-in-law, Nancy Davis of Hector, four grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Please join us for a celebration of her life Saturday, Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. at the Reading Community Church, Reading Center. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Humane Society of Schuyler County (124 Marina Dr., Montour Falls, NY 14865) or the Reading Center Community Church (PO Box 23, Reading Center, NY, 14876).
You may leave a memory of June or condolence for the family in her obituary at www.RoyceChedzoy.com

David F. Heusler, 84, of Penn Yan passed away peacefully at home Aug. 28, 2023.
The family received friends at the Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St., Penn Yan Friday, Sept 1 from 12-2 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. and burial with military honors at Evergreen Cemetery in Dresden.
David was born June 18, 1939 in Penn Yan, the son of Donald and Isabelle Heusler. He graduated from Penn Yan Academy (Class of 1957) and married his childhood sweetheart, Doris Elaine Mashewske. He went on to honorably serve in the United States Navy as an aviation mechanic. They raised their three children in their early years in Virginia Beach before returning to Penn Yan to be with family. David had a lifelong love for the ocean and returned many times on family vacations to the Outer Banks.
Doris sadly passed away just days after her 60th birthday. They were married 41 years. He was also predeceased by their daughter Wendy E. Fingar, sister Joan McLaughlin and brother Donald “Chubb” Heusler.
He is survived by his children, Gary R. (Susan) Heusler and Glenda L (Roland) Smith; two sisters, Anne M. Brand and Lillian B. (James) Mattison; son-in-law David Fingar; and three grandchildren, whom he cherished and lovingly called him “Poppy,” Kyle D. Smith, Cori L. Heusler and Ellyn R. Heusler; several nieces and nephews, and his grand-dog, Jack.
David worked as a machinist and mechanic for Joe’s Engine Rebuilding in Penn Yan for 40 years. He was a Ford lover and loved driving his Mustang. He operated H&H Farms on Anthony Road in the 80s and 90s. In his younger years he enjoyed boating and fishing on Seneca Lake. He enjoyed many camping trips with family and friends.
He also was an avid hunter in his younger years. He bought his first motorcycle in his 40s and enjoyed riding.
He was also an avid golfer in his later years and a member of the Big Oak Golf Course. In addition to his family, he will be missed by many close friends, golf partners and special neighbors.
He was a member of the Seneca Lake Ducks Hunter’s Club, Penn Yan Moose and Dresden Masonic Lodge.
David played in many golf tournaments to raise awareness and funds to help fight cancer. Contributions to Big Oak Country Club (attention to Dave Sharma)can be made in David’s memory or please donate to a charity of one’s own choice.
You may leave a cherished memory or condolence for the family at Weldon Funeral Home.

Phyllis M. (Jayne) McAdams passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Perham, Maine, at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, from an extended illness.
Phyllis was born Nov. 24, 1937, in the town of Starkey, the daughter of Harry Jayne and Anna (Zimmerman) Jayne. Phyllis grew up in Starkey and graduated from Dundee Central School. She was a lifelong resident of Starkey and Dundee until moving to Maine in 2017. In 1956 she married Richard H. McAdams. Phyllis worked for area farmers and in many of the area’s vineyards throughout her life. She was a lifelong member of the Starkey Methodist Church and helped organize many of the community suppers and the annual Starkey Antique Show. Phyllis took great pride in her food canning and baking skills, especially her Swedish tea rings and homemade rolls, which were always the talk of the community suppers. When Phyllis wasn’t baking or canning, she could be found hunting, fishing, metal detecting or watching birds.
Phyllis was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Richard McAdams, one son James McAdams, both her parents, brothers Morris Jayne, Homer Meinen, William Meinen, Lawrence Jayne, Harry Jayne Jr. and one sister Barbara Meinen. She is survived by one son David (Liz) McAdams, one sister-in- law Dianne Jayne; six grandchildren, Michael Andrews, Jennifer McAdams, Joni McAdams, Chad McAdams, Brian Andrews, Maggie McAdams; eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Per her request Phyllis was interred at Hillside Cemetery in Dundee next to her beloved son James.

Peter Edwin McGrath, 81, passed away peacefully in his sleep in Bethesda, Maryland on Aug. 21, 2023. He had suffered for several years from Frontal Temporal Degeneration, FTD, now known to millions due to the diagnosis of Bruce Willis.
Peter was born in 1942 to Donald and Elinor Peck McGrath in Hackensack, New Jersey. He graduated from San Jose State University with a major in mechanical engineering and obtained a PhD in nuclear engineering from the University of Wisconsin. Dr. McGrath went on to work in both the government and private sectors, specializing in nuclear risk assessment and radioactive waste cleanup and disposal. He received many awards during his career.
After his retirement, Peter capped a life-long passion for skiing by becoming  a certified ski instructor in Mont Tremblant, Canada. Before and during his retirement he served in many elective and volunteer leadership positions. He studied his McGrath/Peck genealogy extensively going to great lengths to track down missing members of his family tree. Subsequently he organized an extended family trip to Ireland to trace the McGrath roots. He and two friends also participated in a five-week charity drive from London, England to Mongolia, which took them through 21 countries. Perhaps his greatest physical challenge was a three week trek with his brother Bob and sons, Tim and David, to Mt. Everest Base Camp in Nepal.
Seneca Lake was a second home to Peter having spent many childhood summers there on Peach Orchard Point where the Pecks and McGraths had summer cottages. His grandfather, Arthur J. Peck, was mayor of Watkins Glen as well as a local businessman. Peter and wife Sandra built a home on Seneca Lake and have  volunteered for over 20 years for the Vintage Grand Prix Rally.
Peter is remembered by his many friends and family as kind, brilliant, capable, adventurous and considerate, always ready to help.
He is survived by his wife Sandra and sons Robert and Timothy, daughter Leslie and their families and two brothers, William and Robert and their families. He had seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. His sister, Nancy, and stepson, David, predeceased him.
In memory of Peter, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Schuyler County, 124 Marina Dr., Montour Falls, NY 14865. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Death notices
PATRICIA “PATTY” A. CARR, 58, of Watkins Glen, Aug. 16, 2023. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
June E. Cullen, 94, of Watkins Glen, Aug. 27, 2023. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
CHARLES F. DARLING, 94, of Sodus and Rock Stream, Aug. 31, 2023 in Rock Stream. Arrangements by Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen.
David F. Heusler, 84, of Penn Yan, Aug. 28, 2023 at home. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
Phyllis M. McAdams, May 31, 2023, in Perham, Maine.
Peter E. McGrath, 81, Aug. 21, 2023 in Bethesda, Maryland.
ROBERT A. PEREZ, 36, of Dundee, Aug. 23, 2023 in Johnson City, New York. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
SFC MARJORIE T. RINKE, 94, of Hammondsport, Aug. 18, 2023 at the Veterans Medical Center, Bath. Arrangements by Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport.
BRENDA SIMS, 59, of Canandaigua, Aug. 5, 2023 at F. F. Thompson Memorial Hospital, Canandaigua. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.
JUDY L. TYLER, 82, of Pulteney, Aug. 27, 2023 at home. Arrangements by Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport.

 

Bradford—Patricia Emma Beery, 81, went home to be with our Lord Monday, Aug. 21, 2023 in the comfort of her home surrounded by family and friends.
She was a loving wife, mother, Granny, aunt and friend and will truly be missed. She was born Aug. 30, 1941 to and preceded by William H. and Virginia E. (Wright) Bell in Penn Yan. She is also preceded by her husbands Donald H. Tinney and Charles C. Beery, one brother Rexford (Joyce) Bell and one grandson Tray Tinney.
She is survived by three sons, William (Carolyn), Donald (Julie) Jr. and Frank (Lillie) Tinney; two daughters, Patricia “Hope” Dyce and Virginia “Ginger” Tinney; one sister, Kay (Harlan) Fulkerson and one brother, William (Kathy) Bell Jr. along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family from the heart and friends.
She loved flowers, birds, sewing, practical joking and live music.
Honoring her wishes there will be no prior calling hours or viewing. A service will be held Monday, Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. at the Bradford Baptist Church, 2788 Yawger Hill Road, Bradford, with the Rev. Chris Durham officiating, followed by a strawberry shortcake social.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Bradford Fire Department, Main Street, Bradford, NY 14815.
Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water St., Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Alfreda Mae (Thayer/Gates) Roulo, 84, of Chapel Street, Penn Yan, passed away peacefully with her family at her side Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, at the Keuka Comfort Care Home in Penn Yan.
She was born Nov. 7, 1938, in Steamburg (town of Coldspring), New York, the daughter of Henry and Florence (Colburn) Gates.
Ms. Roulo was a graduate of Salamanca High School and retired from the Gowanda Psychiatric Center in Gowanda, New York, where she was a health care aide. In earlier years, she worked as a switchboard operator for the New York Telephone Company.
She was a member of the Penn Yan United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women (UMW), and United Methodist Missions, receiving the 2019 UMW Special Mission Recognition.
Her musical talents included yodeling, playing the accordion and also the piano for children’s ministries and local churches (Friend/Hall). As a resident of St. Mark’s Terrace, “Fritz” was a friend to all and a member of the Residence Association. She was also a lover of animals, caring for many within the Penn Yan community.
Ms. Roulo’s greatest accomplishments were independently raising her five children and being a blessing to others. She is survived by two daughters, Rebecca (Terry) Perrault of Penn Yan and Rachel (Robert) Thayer-Workman of Oak Island, North Carolina; three sons, Robert Thayer of Rochester, Roger (Samantha) Thayer of Syracuse and Randall Thayer of Holly Springs, North Carolina. Her grandchildren are Katelyn Qazi, Victoria Thayer, Joshua and Taira Perrault, Karissa and Karla Sampson, Alicia Miller, Annie Beguhl, Alexa Tyrrell, Jalisa Reitz, Lydia Gonzalez, Chanell Thayer and great-grandchildren, Gideon, Juliana, Simeon Tyrell; Luis and Elina Gonzalez and Helena Qazi.
She was preceded in death by her siblings, Paul Gates, Richard Gates, Norman Gates, Edith Fisher and Beverly Jean Sutton and her husbands, George Thayer and Ronald Roulo.
The family received family and friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 25 in the Penn Yan United Methodist Church, where services followed at 11 a.m. The Rev. Kristen Allen and Pastor Tom Wunder officiated. Graveside services were held at 12 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26 in the Steamburg Cemetery, Steamburg, New York.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of the VanRensselaer & Son Funeral Home, 14 Church St., Randolph. To leave a condolence log onto www.vanrensselaerandsonfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Keuka Comfort Care Home at 35 Route 54, East Lake Road, Penn Yan, NY 14527.

Death notices
Patricia E. Beery, 81, Aug. 21, 2023 at home. Arrangements by Baird Funeral Home, Dundee.
Alfreda M. Roulo, 84, of Penn Yan, Aug. 23, 2023 at Keuka Comfort Care Home, Penn Yan. Arrangements by VanRensselaer & Son Funeral Home, Randolph, New York.
KRISTINE E. SHORT, 76, of Penn Yan and recently Geneva, Aug. 5, 2023. Arrangements by Weldon Funeral Home, Penn Yan.