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Aldrich, Charles S.   
August 27, 2004 Charles S. Aldrich, 84, died Friday. Surviving: children,
Diane Shoults, Fran Bronner, Jeff Aldrich. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday at Foster
Funeral Home, Fulton. Calling hour 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home, 910 Fay
Street, Fulton.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Baker, Richard "Dick"   
August 29, 2004 Richard "Dick" Baker, 72, of Hannibal, died Sunday. Surviving:
wife, Lois Baker; sons, Richard Jr., Todd and Scott Baker; sister, Nancy
Schlaffer. Calling hours: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday with services 1 p.m. at
Foster Funeral Home, 837 Cayuga Street, Hannibal.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Barry, Nancy A.   
August 30, 2004 Nancy A. Barry, 71, of Van Duyn Home & Hospital, died Monday.
She was a resident of Solvay, NY and a communicant of St. Charles Of Borromeo
Church. Ms. Barry graduated from Solvay High School in 1951. Her death was
caused byrheumatoid arthritis over a long period of time. She was employed by
the Edward Joy Companies. She is survived by her brothers, James J. Barry of
Geddes, and Richard W. Barry of Baldwinsville; a sister, Margaret LeClair of
Carmarillo, California; two nephews, James and Barry McCarthy, and several
other nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at the convenience of
the family. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Dewitt. There are no
calling hours. Contributions may be made to Van Duyn Home & Hospital.
Arrangements are by the Edward J. Ryan & Son Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Besaw, Judith A. (Davies)   
August 29, 2004 Judith A. (Davies) Besaw, 55, of Campbell Rd. Mattydale passed
away peacefully Sunday in the company of her family and friends at St.
Joseph's Hospital after a five year battle with cancer. She was a life
resident of Mattydale and graduated in 1966 from North Syracuse High School.
Judy was employed as an insurance underwriter for the past 18 years for the
Peerless Insurance Co in Syracuse. She was the daughter of the late Edward and
Catherine Davies. Surviving are her husband of 35 years Lloyd F. Besaw Jr.,
two sons Christopher K. of Syracuse, James S. living at home, two sisters
Kathleen Irwin and Mary Moore both of Mattydale, a brother Edward Davies Jr.
of Hinkley Mn., an aunt Alice Bloom, several nieces and nephews. Services will
be 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Krueger Funeral Home, Mattydale. Friends may
call from 4 to 7:30 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home 2619
Brewerton Rd. Contributions may be made to the Susan G. Kowmen Breast Cancer
Foundation, 5008 Brittonfield Pkwy. Suite 300, East Syracuse.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Broton, Barbara DePeyster Redhead   
Redhead Broton August 29, 2004 Barbara DePeyster Redhead Broton, 64, of Clay
died Sunday at Crouse Hospital surrounded by her family. Barbara was born in
Syracuse and was a life resident of the Syracuse area. She was formerly
employed by the US Post Officeand ran her own catering service called Ma's
Catering. Barbara was an avid bowler and golfer and was cook of the week for
the Post-Standard. Her first husband Rodney Redhead died in 1970; her father
Wilbur DePeyster and her brother Roy "Butch" DePeyster also predecease her.
Survivors: Her husband of 27 years Erwin Edwin Broton; daughters, Bonnie
Walker of Atlanta, GA, Sherry Redhead of Liverpool, Cindy Adams of Cicero,
Teri Knight of Albany and SueAnn Beck of Mechanicsville, PA; her mother, Mae
Gmyr; grandchildren, Jamie, Kristen and Robbie Walker; Kevin and Mike Adams;
Robyn Schmidt; brothers, Ron DePeyster and Rich Gmyr; sisters, Shirley
DePeyster, Sandy Shuster, Sue Draper, Janet, Debbie and Pam Gmyr; several
nieces and nephews. Services: Funeral services Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at
FARONE & SON. Burial in Pine Plains Cemetery, Clay. Calling hours Wednesday 4
to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.t
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Chapman, Orvis   
August 29, 2004 Orvis Chapman, 78, of Oswego, died Sunday, August 29, 2004.
Surviving: three sons, William Ramsdale Sr. and Gordon Balcom, of Booneville,
and Mark Balcom, of Maryland; three daughters, Glenda Yager, of Booneville,
Bonnie Suiter, of Greg, N.Y., and Alva Balcom, of Lowville; and a sister,
Marian Fogleman, of Westmoreland. Funeral services are private. No calling
hours. Arrangements entrusted to Dowdle Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Chappell, Gertrude "Trudy"   
August 29, 2004 Gertrude "Trudy" Chappell of E. Lake Rd., Skaneateles, died
Sunday. Born in New York City, she was a 1947 graduate of Skaneateles High
School and in 1949 received a degree in music from Cazenovia College. She had
worked many years atthe children's summer program at Austin Park and along
with her husband, operated T & T Concessions at Allyn Arena. A sailing
enthusiast she won the 1947 and 1949 Comet Sailboat Regatta on Skaneateles
Lake. She was a member of the Robert J. Hydon American Legion Post #239
Auxiliary, the Skaneateles Historical Society and did volunteer work at the
Creamery and for Meals on Wheels. Surviving are her husband, Edwin "Ted"
Chappell; and a son, Lee of New York City. Services will be held at 8 p.m.
Thursday at the Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, 49 Jordan St., Skaneateles with
calling hours from 5 to 8 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers,
contributions may be made to the Skaneateles Community Center.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Conway, Richard C.   
August 29, 2004 Richard C. Conway, 64, of Middle Lake Rd., DeRuyter, died
Sunday at his home. He was born in Syracuse and had retired from Verizon in
Cortland as a splicer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Surviving are his
daughters, Cathleen and Jillian Conway, both of Liverpool and Allison and
Audra Conway, both of Syracuse; brother, Robert of Oldsmar, FL; grandson,
Jacob Spicer; his companion, Cindy Bird of DeRuyter. Mr. Conway had donated
his body to medical science at SUNY Upstate Medical University. The family
will receive friends at his home on Middle Lake Rd., DeRuyter, Wednesday from
4 to 8 p.m. Private services will be held at a later date. Contributions may
be made to Hospice of CNY or the American Cancer Society. Smith Funeral Home,
DeRuyter has arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Cronk, Hilda Barton   
August 28, 2004 Hilda Barton Cronk, 88, died Saturday, August 28, 2004, at St.
Luke's Health Services, Inc. in Oswego, NY. She was born February 21, 1916,
Sodus, NY, to the late Henry Barton and Sarah Coe. At age 4, her family moved
back to the family farm in Mexico, NY. She attended grade school at the
Wildwood School and Mexico Academy, graduating in 1933. July 1, 1933, she was
married to Oscar Lewis Cronk of New Haven, NY. He died in 1993. They lived in
Scriba for 35 years before moving to Sandy Creek, NY. Hilda Cronk was a
charter member of the Auxiliary of the Scriba Volunteer Fire Department. She
was a member of the Rhadamant Chapter of DAR, Pulaski Baptist Church. She was
a former member of the New Haven Congregational Church, Scriba Baptist Church
and the Home Bureau. She was a LPN at Oswego Hospital for 12 years. She is
survived by three daughters: Marlene (Charles) White, Victor, NY and Leesburg,
FL; Sarah (Jack) Davis, Venice, FL and Booth Bay Harbor, ME; Jean Burrows,
Newton Falls, NY; and one son: Oscar (Carol) Cronk, Bunbury, Western
Australia, 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Funeral services will
be Sunday 1:30 a.m. at the Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home 112 East Second St.
Oswego, NY with Rev. Brett Charsky officiatng. There are no calling hours.
Internment in North Scriba Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
Contributions may be made to the New Haven Congregational Church Route 104 New
Haven, NY 13121, United Baptist Church of Scriba Route 104 E Oswego, NY 13126,
or the Pulaski Baptist Church 7 Bridge St. Pulaski, NY 13142
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Decker, Rita I. Kompf   
August 28, 2004 Rita I. Kompf Decker, 76, of Manlius, died at Community
Hospital after a long illness. A native of Syracuse, she graduated from Most
Holy Rosary High School. She worked for the Internal Revenue Service and then
became a homemaker.She was a communicant of St. Ann's Church, Manlius, and was
a former member of its Altar Society. She was a former member and EMT of the
Manlius Ambulance Corps. She was a member of the Manlius Senior Citizens Club.
Survivors: her husband of 53 years, Edward E.; a son, William W. Decker of
Manlius; a daughter, Sharon M. Decker of NYC; a granddaughter, Trista E.
Decker of Manlius; and a sister, Mary Jane Wise of North Syracuse. Funeral
Services: 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at Newell-Fay Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St.
Ann's Church. Burial: Manlius Village Cemetery. Calling hours will be 4 to 7
p.m. today at the funeral home, 8171 Cazenovia Rd. (Rte. 92), Manlius.
NEWELL-FAY Manlius 682-5300
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Donovan, Susan A.   
August 30, 2004 Susan A. Donovan of Marcellus died Monday at home. Born in
Binghamton. She worked as a manager of applications processing at Syracuse
University Administration Office and prior worked at the Law School at
Syracuse Uni-versity. She was predeceased by her husband Wayne R. Donovan Jr.
in 1973 and her sister Nancy C. Gelling. Survivors: Two daughters Mary Jane
(Jon) BeVard of Liverpool and Marcia (Grant) Hanlon of Marcellus. Four
grandchildren Robert and Armando BeVard and Grant and Heather Hanlon. Two
cousins Nancy Stopyro and James Carrigg. Nephew Paul D. Gelling and two nieces
Susan Gelling and Mary Gelling Merritt. Services: 7 p.m. Wednesday at the
Norris Funeral Home. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Cazenovia. Calling
hours will be from 5-7 P.M. Wednesday prior to the service. Contributions:
Nancy C. Gelling Scholarship C/O Developmental Office at Syracuse University
Syracuse, New York 13244 NORRIS FUNERAL HOME MARCELLUS
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Downing, Donald A.   
August 30, 2004 Donald A. Downing, 71, of Clay, passed away Monday from an
extended illness. Born and raised in Mattydale, he was the son of the late
Howard and Mary Downing. He enlisted in the Air Force, was a veteran of the
Korean War, serving in England, working in photo reconnaissance. He was
employed with US Airlines retiring after 26 years. His memberships included
the Soaring Eagles and OB's of Daytona Beach, FL., and American Legion Post
0400. Don was an avid golfer, had enjoyed wood working, building and flying
radio controlled airplanes, plus restoring and driving a 1935 Ford. He is
survived by his wife of 45 years, Beverly Schaap Downing; 5 children; sons,
Donald of Clay, Michael (Diane) of Central Square and Timothy (Kelly) Downing
of Hastings. Daughters: Pamela Spostota of Brewerton, Jill (Leslie) Arnold of
Brewerton. 8 grandchildren, 2 great-grand children. Brothers: Jack (Betty)
Downing of N. Syracuse, Alan (Kathy) Downing of Mattydale, Howard (Dorothy)
Downing of N. Syracuse, Sister Patricia (Earl) Allen of Daytona Beach Fl.,
brother-in-laws John Schaap of Hastings and Paul Honors of Clay. Many cousins,
nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be, 10 a.m. Thursday September 2,
2004 at Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, calling hours will be Wednesday
September 1, 2004 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home, 3541 Route 31
Baldwinsville. Contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House,
Syracuse
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Duger, Anna L. "Rena"   
August 30, 2004 Anna L. "Rena" Duger, 93, formerly of Conifer Village,
Baldwinsville, died Monday, August, 30, 2004, at St. Camillus Health &
Rehabilitation Center. Born in Mexico, N.Y., Mrs. Duger was a member of the
Plainville United Church of Christ. She was a member of the Mothers and Wives
Club in Plainville. She was predeceased by her husband, Floyd, who died in
1975 and a granddaughter, Linda Garrison, who died in 2000. Surviving: one
daughter, Carol C. Stachurski of Cato; one granddaughter, Janice M. (Larry
Paice) Stachurski of Cato; three great-grandchildren, Kim Garrison, Chris
Garrison and Lawrence Paice. Services: Thursday 11 a.m. at Plainville United
Church of Christ, 752 W. Genesee Road, Plainville. Burial will be in
Plainville Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at
the Gates Funeral Home, 29 W. Genesee Street, Baldwinsville. Contribution:
Plainville United Church of Christ, 752 W. Genesee Road, Plainville, N.Y.
13137 or the American Cancer Society.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Ewanyk, John J.   
August 28, 2004 John J. Ewanyk, 92, of Syracuse, died Saturday at his home. He
was born in Poland lived in Rome, NY until 1977 before moving to Syracuse. He
retired from Rome Cable Company. He was a communicant of St. John the Baptist
UkrainianCatholic Church, member of the church choir, and former director of
the church choir in Rome, NY. Survivors: His wife of 50 years, Anna; his
stepdaughter and son-in-law, Sophie and John Malinowski of Marcy, NY; two
grandsons; one granddaughter; several nieces and nephews. Services: Will be 9
a.m. Thursday from the MACKO-VASSALLO FUNERAL HOME and 9:30 a.m. in St. John
the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church. Burial will be in the St. John the
Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday 4 to 6
p.m. at the funeral home, 1609 W. Genesee St., Panakhyda services will be
Wednesday 6 p.m. at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Ewing, Mary L.   
August 25, 2004 Mary L. Ewing, 84, formerly of Butternut Street, Syracuse,
passed away Wednesday. She worked many years as a seamstress for Learbury's.
Mary was a member of Unity Church and a member of the Wagon Wheel Senior
Citizen Group. Predeceasedby her parents, Alfonse and Mathilda Steckelman of
Ersen, Belgium. Survivors: None known. Calling hours will be Wednesday 1 to 2
p.m. at Carter Funeral Home, 1604 Grant Blvd., Syracuse. Services will be
Wednesday 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Syracuse, NY
13220-3049. Carter Funeral Home Inc. "Family Owned with Pride"
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Favalo, Antonetta Richiutti   
August 29, 2004 Antonetta Richiutti Favalo, 100, of Syracuse, passed away
Sunday at the Syracuse Home Association. She was born in Bari, Italy and was
resident of the Syracuse area for the past 84 years. Antonetta retired from
Memorial Hospital after nineyears. She was a communicant of Immaculate Heart
of Mary Church and a member of the Town of Salina Senior Citizens. Predeceased
by her husband, Frank; son, John; daughter-In-laws Pat and Helen; grandson,
Tom Mick, Jr. Survivors: Her daughter, Rosemary (Tom) Mick of Liverpool; son,
Pat Favalo of Syracuse; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, four
great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services: Wednesday 8:45 a.m at FARONE &
SON and 9:30 a.m. in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Burial in Assumption
Cemetery. Calling hours Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Fuller, Hazel G.   
August 29, 2004 Hazel G. Fuller, 73, of Constantia, died Sunday, August 29,
2004 at home. Born in Fabius, she had lived in Liverpool before moving to
Constantia about one year ago. She was a Certified Nurses' Aide who had worked
at Hill Haven Nursing Home, Dewitt before retiring and had also worked at the
Jewish Home, Dewitt. She was predeceased by her husband, Floyd in 1984.
Surviving are a daughter, Hazel Seeber; four sons, Charles, Donald, Howard and
Floyd Fuller; a sister, Rhoda Beckley; a brother, Paul Woodmansee; 16
grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be 10 a.m., Thursday,
September 2, 2004 at the Watson Funeral Home, Inc., 631 So. Main St., Central
Square with burial in Truxton Rural Cemetery. Calling hours will be 4 to 7
p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Grosso, Jennie K.   
August 29, 2004 Funeral services Wednesday at 9 a.m. at FARONE & SON, and 10
a.m. at Holy Family Church. Burial in St. Agnes Cemetery. Calling hours
Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Guthrie, James G.   
August 27, 2004 James G. Guthrie, 82, of Sebring, FL. Survived by his wife,
Barbara Guthrie, Sebring; sons, Craig Guthrie, Atlanta, GA, Scott Guthrie,
Laurel, FL; two grandchildren. Memorial service will be October 2, 2004 in Red
Creek, NY. Arrangements by Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home, Sebring, FL.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Jacobs, Alise Marie Anne   
August 27, 2004 Alise Marie Anne Jacobs, infant daughter of Connie Shatrau
Jacobs and Roland E. Jacobs Jr. died Friday at Crouse Hospital. Also surviving
her paternal grandparents, Roland E. and Dorothy Jacobs; maternal
grandparents, Sue and Jon Golembeski and Don Shatrau; several aunts, uncles
and cousins.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Krakau, Jeanette D.   
August 28, 2004 Jeanette D. Krakau, 66, of Cedarvale, passed away unexpectedly
Saturday, August 28, 2004 at her home. She was the widow of John (Jack) Krakau
who died in 2002. She enjoyed bowling and camping. Communicant of St.
Michael's Church.Surviving are three daughters, Shelley (Darran) Cusano of
North Syracuse, Judi (Rich) Strong of Syracuse, Janelle (Greg) Collins of
Camillus; six sons, David (Sharon) Clarke and Mark Clarke both of Norfolk,
Virginia, Kenneth (Jeanne) Clarke of Jordan, Scott (Debra) Robinson of Volney,
Ernie Robinson of Huntsville, Texas, John Krakau of Syracuse; one
stepdaughter, Linda Krakau of Syracuse; one stepson, Tom T.K. Krakau of
Lafayette; one brother, William Beaudin of Cedarvale; 15 grandchildren; five
great-grandchildren. Services Thursday 9:15 a.m. at Butler-Badman Funeral
Home, Inc., 4504 W. Seneca Tpk. and 10 a.m. in St. Michael's Church. Interment
South Onondaga Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at
the funeral home. Contributions to Children's Hospital, Upstate Medical
University Foundation, 750 E. Adams St., Syracuse, NY 13210-2375.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Markham, Deborah H.
August 30, 2004 Deborah H. Markham, D.O. of Fayetteville, died suddenly at
home on Monday. Born in Ithaca, February 25, 1951 to Mary G. and the late
Bruce S. Markham. Deborah graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1969, the
University of Ver-mont in 1973, and earned her Medical degree from New York
College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1979. She did her specialty training in
Gastroenterology and has been in practice with Associated Gastroenterologists
for 13 years, just recently retiring to enjoy her favorite hobbies; gardening,
carpentry, photography, and chocolate. She was a faithful and supportive
friend to many. Survivors: Her husband of 15 years, George H. Kyanka of
Fayetteville; three sisters, Sandra J. Markham of New York, Jan E. Markham &
John Kasper of Pennsylvania, and Nancy M. and John Wooster of Albany; two
step-children Eric (Marcia) and Michele of Tampa FL; two nieces, Maren Kasper
and Sarah Wooster; two nephews, Mark Kasper and Samuel Wooster; and her
companion, her dog, Brown. Memorial Services: 11 a.m. Friday at the Lyons
Falls Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Constableville, NY. Visitation
will be 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Eaton-Tubbs-Schepp Funeral Home, 7191 E.
Genesee St., Fayetteville. Contributions: The SPCA, 5878 E. Molloy Rd.,
Mattydale, NY 13211. EATON-TUBBS-SCHEPP Fayetteville 637-3214
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Mitchell, Ella M. Dunbar   
August 29, 2004 Ella M. Dunbar Mitchell, 93, of County Route 21, Hannibal,
died Sunday. A native of Hannibal, she was a life resident. She had worked at
Sealright Company and Sterling Co-Op. She was predeceased by her husbands,
Lawrence Dunbar and Edward Mitchell and three sons, Lawrence, Leon and Raymond
Dunbar. Surviving are a brother, Donald Sidman of Hannibal, many
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Services will be 10
a.m. Thursday at Foster Funeral Home, 837 Cayuga Street, Hannibal. Burial at
Hannibal Center Cemetery, Hannibal. Calling hours 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the
funeral home. Foster Funeral Home, Inc. Fulton - Hannibal
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Mizen, Dorothy D.   
August 30, 2004 Dorothy D. Mizen, 106 of Oswego died Monday at Pontiac Nursing
Home. Services Wednesday 11 a.m. at the Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home. Calling
hour 10-11 Wednesday at the funeral home 112 E 2nd St. Burial will be in
Riverside Cemetery
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Nash, John Francis   
August 29, 2004 John Francis Nash, 94, of Boca Raton, FL, died August 29,
2004. John was born on September 18, 1909 in Syracuse, NY to Roger and Mary
Nash. In 2002, John was preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years,
Ethel Howey Nash. He is survived by his daughter, Jan Perry of Boca Raton. In
1956, he received a degree in Commercial Science (hon.) from Duquesne
University. John began his long and successful career in the railroad industry
in 1925 with the New York Central Railroad as a freight clerk in Syracuse with
subsequent positions in Buffalo and Albany, NY. In 1949, John moved to the
Boston & Albany Railroad in Boston, MA, after which he became the President of
the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad in Pittsburgh, PA in 1952. Next, John
moved to the New York City Railroad where he worked as Vice President of
Operations and as Senior VP of the New York Central System in 1963. Lastly,
John moved to the Lehigh Valley Railroad in Bethlehem, PA in 1965 to work as
President. He remained there as the court appointed Trustee after the
bankruptcy of the PennCentral Railroad, retiring in 1975. John also served on
many corporate boards of directors during his career, as well as numerous
civic and charitable organizations. Upon his relocation to Boca Raton, FL he
assisted the Boca Raton Historical Society with their restoration of the
railroad station. He was very instrumental in obtaining the railroad cars,
which are on display there. Friends may call on Thursday, September 2, 2004
from 4 to 6 p.m. at Babione Funeral Home (East Chapel). A Mass of Christian
Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 3, 2004 at St. Joan of Arc
Catholic Church at 11 a.m. The Interment will be a private service. Babione
Funeral Home, East Chapel, 561-395-8787 is in charge of arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Rosby, Kent S.   
August 30, 2004 Kent S. Rosby, 83, of Central Square, died Monday. He was an
Army Air Force veteran of WWII. Kent retired from Prestolite in Syracuse. He
is survived by his wife, Genevieve; daughters, Marlene (John) Gurniak and Mary
(John) Swayze; sister, Keitha Dorey; grandchildren, John III, Cheryl, Joseph,
and Kathleen. Kent's Funeral service is at the convenience of the family.
Private burial at Hillside Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Traub Funeral
Home, Inc. Central Square, NY
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Runge, Mary May "Betty"   
August 29, 2004 Mary "Betty" May Runge, 74, formerly of 119 Hoover Dr. and
Tanner Rd., passed away Sunday. Born in Syracuse, she resided in South
Onondaga prior to moving to Syracuse five years ago. She is the widow of
William Runge, who died in 1996. Mary re-tired as a billing clerk from
Community General Hospital. She was a member of South Onondaga County and
State Granges. Surviving are her son John W. Runge of South Onondaga; four
daughters: Margaret Ann Kelly of Coram, Long Island; Patricia A. Twentyman and
Mary A. Podsiedlik, both of Tully; and Pamela J. Patterson of Nedrow; two half
brothers, William and James May, both of Elbridge; a sister, Alma Joy Higgins
Olney of Onondaga Hill; and her companion, Robert Coffey, Sr.; and 12
grandchildren. Services: Thursday at 1 p.m. at Butler-Badman Funeral Home,
Inc., 4504 W. Seneca Turnpike. Interment: South Onondaga Cemetery. Friends may
call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
Contributions can be made to Hospice of CNY.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Sager, Maureen M.   
August 28, 2004 Maureen M. Sager, 68, died August 28, 2004, at Alterra Wynwood
in Manlius. She was the widow of Robert D. Sager, who died in 1989. She was
predeceased by her son Steven G. Sager, who died in 1994. She is survived by
two daughters, Elizabeth Metz of Denver, CO, and Julia Ross of Burlington, MA;
one son, Curt Sager of Manlius; seven grandchildren: Katie, Kevin and Tommy
Sager, Patrick and Christopher Metz, and Alec and Liam Ross; and her sister,
Jean Leonard of Henderson, NY. Funeral services will be at Holy Cross Church,
DeWitt, on Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. Calling hours: Tuesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at
Fairchild & Meech DeWitt Chapel, 3690 Erie Blvd. East. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the Brain Tumor Society, 124 Watertown Street,
Watertown, MA 02472.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Scala, Charles J.   
August 30, 2004 Mr. Charles J. Scala, age 88, of Utica, N.Y., passed away on
Monday, August 30, 2004, in St. Lukes Hospital. Surviving are his wife Marie;
two sons and daughters-in-law, John C. and Barbara Scala of Baldwinsville and
Brian and Sharon Scala of Marcy, N.Y.; one brother, Ralph Scala; and one
sister, Elizabeth Krisko; seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
His funeral will be held on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from The Scala & Roefaro
Funeral Home Inc., 1122 Culver Ave., Utica and at 10:30 a.m. in Historic Old
St. Johns Church, Downtown Utica. Visiting hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 7
p.m. at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.

Tubbs, Curtis R.   
August 25, 2004 Curtis R. Tubbs, 54, of Syracuse passed away on Wednesday. He
was an Army Vietnam Veteran and a retired Syracuse Firefighter. He is survived
by his father Rev. John Tubbs; step-mother Ann Byrd; daughter Ashleigh Tubbs;
and sisters Barbara Rourk and Len Mitchell. Services: Thursday, Sept. 2 at
Bellwood Baptist Church at 7. Calling hours: Thursday, Sept. 2 at 6 at the
church. DEWITT MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME... we never take advantage of your
disadvantage.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 8/31/2004.