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Alexander, Arcelia D.   
December 6, 2004 Arcelia D. Alexander, 82, of Syracuse, died Monday at
Loretto. She had been employed by Oberdorfer Industries and Catholic
Charities, and was the widow of William King, John Mulrooney and Roy David
Alexander. Surviving are her sister Frances Saccone of Liverpool; several
nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be in the spring at St. Agnes
Cemetery. No calling hours. Arrangements by Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Ashwell, Louise H.   
December 3, 2004 Louise H. Ashwell, 94, of Cicero, NY, died Friday at The
Crossings Rehab Center, Minoa, NY. She was born in Ohio and lived at Sacred
Heart Apts., Cicero, for many years before moving to Minoa. She was a
communicant of Sacred HeartChurch, Cicero, and the Altar & Rosary Society, and
the Over 50 Club. Louise was also a member of the Young at Heart Senior Center
in Cicero. She is survived by a daughter, Patricia Sculley of North Syracuse;
a son, John Ashwell of Sauquoit, NY; seven grandchildren and 13
great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday, December 8, 2004, at 10 a.m.
in Sacred Heart Church, Main Street (Rt. 11), Cicero. Calling hours will be at
the convenience of the family. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt,
NY. Williams Funeral Home, Cicero, are in charge of arrangements.
Contributions may be made to The Crossings Nursing & Rehabilitation Centre,
217 East Ave., Minoa, NY 13116.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Bowen, Charlotte Cramer   
November 25, 2004 Memorial services for Mrs. Charlotte Cramer Bowen, 77, of
Ocala, FL, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, at the South Onondaga
United Methodist Church, 4424 S. Onondaga Rd., Nedrow, with Rev. Janet Gleason
conducting services. Arrangements: Roberts Funeral Homes, Downtown Chapel, 606
SW 2nd Ave., Ocala, FL.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Bremer, William B. "Moe"   
December 4, 2004 William B. "Moe" Bremer, 57, of Liverpool, formerly of Ilion,
died Saturday at St. Joseph's Hospital. Born in Ilion, NY, he was an Army
veteran of Vietnam. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans, the
National Rifle Assoc., and the American Contract Bridge Assoc. He played
bridge for 35 years. He was predeceased by his son, Steven Bremer in 1990.
Survivors: companion and friend, Barbara; sisters, Heather Quinn, Susan Quinn
and Christine Sweeney. Services: Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at the Tindall Funeral
Home, 1921 W. Genesee St. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the
Christian Children's Fund, 2821 Emerywood Pkwy., Richmond, VA, 23294. TINDALL
FUNERAL HOME INC
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Brooks Sr., Edward R.   
December 4, 2004 Edward R. Brooks Sr., 71, of 413 North St., Chittenango, NY
13037, died Saturday, December 4, 2004, at University Hospital, Syracuse. He
was born on June 23, 1933, in Syracuse, the son of Anthony and Florence Dines
Brooks. He was last employed with Floor Wall Distributors in Syracuse,
retiring in 1989. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1953. Mr.
Brooks resided in Syracuse most of his life before moving to Chittenango four
years ago. Survivors are eight children, Bonnie (Jim) Bodir, Vivian (Fred)
Schoolcraft, Toni (Brian) Banks, Tina Dean, Kelly (John) Kloss, Edward (Candy)
Brooks, Larry (Lisa) Brooks, Wendy Brooks; former wife, Sandra Brooks Youngs;
stepmother, Marion Brooks; six sisters, Betty, Marilyn, Patti, Alice, Nancy,
Jo-Ann; three brothers, Anthony, Jimmy, Mike; 24 grandchildren; 12
great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at the Oneida Castle
Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours.
Fiore Funeral Home, Inc. 303 Main Street Oneida, NY 13421 (315) 363-6100
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Brzostowski, Sigmund J.   
December 4, 2004 Sigmund J. "Siggy" Brzostowski, 57, of LaFayette, died
Saturday at University Hospital. He was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church,
LaFayette. Siggy retired from New Process Gear in 2004 as a forklift operator
following 33 years of ser-vice. He was a member of the UAW #624, Syracuse, NY.
He was a U.S. Army veteran serving two tours of duty in Vietnam; he was a
green beret serving with the special forces. He was an avid outdoorsman and
enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was predeceased by a sister Rebecca
Brzostowski who died in 1965. Surviving are his wife of 23 years, the former
Yolanda "Yola" Kaminski; three sons, Sigmund "Siggy" of Camillus, Casey of
Syracuse, and Jesse Brzostowski of LaFayette; a daughter, Rebecca Brzostowski
of LaFayette; a brother, Andrew Brzostowski of California; three sisters, Mary
O'Leary of Las Vegas, Sylvia Anderson of Hastings, and Paulette Granger of
Queensbury, NY; a half sister, Sigrid Cicchetti of Baldwinsville; and two
grandsons, Alex and Evan. Services will be 10:15 a.m. Friday at the Ballweg &
Lunsford Funeral Home, Inc., LaFayette and 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church,
LaFayette. Burial will be in Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Friends may call 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 2584 Field Lane.
Contributions may be made to LaFayette Volunteer Fire Department, Route 11,
LaFayette, New York 13084. Please light a candle in memory of Siggy at
www.ballweg-lunsford.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Chimber, Ardis M.   
December 3, 2004 Ardis M. Chimber, 79, of Harrisville, formerly of Bridgeport
and Indian Harbor Beach, FL, died Friday. Born in Theresa, she was retired
from Bristol- Meyers- Squibb. She was a member of V.F.W. Post #4643 and the
Loyal Order Moose Lodge#2367 Auxiliaries, both of Satellite Beach. Her husband
George died in 1996 and son Thomas died in 1990. Survivors: her sons, Joseph
of Bridgeport, Daniel of Gouverneur, and James of FL; daughter Dawn of
Harrisville; sisters, Ariel Lane of Henderson Harbor, and Arah Meeks and Avis
Erwin, both of Watertown; five grandchildren. Funeral services 11 a.m. Friday
at Traub Funeral Home, 7975 Rt. 31, Bridgeport. Burial St. Mary's Cemetery,
Minoa. Calling hours 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Contributions
in her memory may be made to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4643, Rt. A1A,
Satellite Beach, FL 32937. Traub Funeral Home Bridgeport, NY
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Coon, David A.   
November 3, 2004 David A. Coon, 55, of Dalton Rd., Cato, NY, died on November
3, 2004, at home with his family by his side. David was born September 19,
1949, the son of Betty Lynn Coon of Pulaski, NY, and the late Bert Coon.
Surviving are his wife Geri Dunning-Coon of Cato; a son Aaron (Lana) Dunning
of Cato; five daughters, Kelly Dunning of Cato, Chrissy Dunning of Cato, Wendy
(Dan) Cutri, Lisa (Eric Vierow) Bowen, and Carrie Bowen, all of Nedrow, NY; a
brother John (Linda) Coon of Cicero, NY; a sister Linda (Dean) Burdick of
Central Square, NY; six grandchildren, Zachary, Christopher, Emily, Kelsey,
Ashlyn and Kalie. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Jewell
Funeral Home, 13164 South St., Cato. A memorial service will be held at the
family home, 2541 Dalton Rd., Cato, on Thursday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers,
donations will be accepted for a memorial garden.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Ducar, Nellie L.   
December 4, 2004 Nellie L. (Kogut) Ducar, 87, of East Syracuse, died Saturday,
December 4, 2004, at Crossings Nursing Home. Born in Syracuse, she graduated
from Sacred Heart School. She was a homemaker. She was predeceased by her
sister, Jo God-swon of Ohio, and her brother, Stanley Kogut of Syracuse.
Survivors: her husband of 64 years, Joseph; one son, Joseph M. Ducar of NC;
one sister, Frances Maestri of Syracuse; three grandchildren; three
great-grandchildren. Services: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 8, 2004, at
Forani & Cline Funeral Home, 206 Kinne St., E. Syracuse, and 10 a.m. at St.
Matthew's Church, E. Syracuse. Burial: St. Mary's Cemetery, Dewitt. Calling
Hours: Tuesday, Dec. 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Etz, Audrey V.   
December 5, 2004 Audrey V. (Morse) Etz, 72, of Tully, died Sunday at St.
Joseph's Hospital, following a long illness. Born in Tully, Mrs. Etz lived in
Nedrow for 40 years before moving back to Tully nine years ago. She was a
graduate of Tully High School, University of Rochester School of Nursing,
received her Bachelor's degree from SUNY Utica/Rome, and her Master's degree
from Syracuse University. She retired from Community General Hospital in 1995
as a nurse practitioner following 28 years of service. She was predeceased by
her parents, Paul and Agnes Morse. Surviving are her husband of 51 years,
Harold E. "Harry" Etz; five children and spouses, Paul E. and Suzanne Etz of
Pulaski, Thomas R. and Kristen Etz of Austin, TX, David E. and Mary Etz of
Cortland, Mary Ellen and Tim Fowler of Mt. Airy, MD, and Nancy and Herm Lehman
of Clinton, NY; 14 grandchildren; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and
Patricia Etz of Virginia, and John and Sandra Etz of California. Services will
be 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Ballweg & Lunsford Funeral Home, Inc., Syracuse.
Burial will be private. Friends may call Wednesday 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral
home, 4612 S. Salina Street. Contributions may be made to the Audrey Etz
Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Donna Dooty Tully Central School District, PO
Box 628, Tully, NY 13159. Please light a candle in memory of Audrey at
www.ballweg-lunsford.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Ferbanis, Catherine A.   
December 4, 2004 Catherine A. Ferbanis, 92, of Auburn, died at Syracuse Home,
Baldwinsville. Predeceased by husband Joseph Ferbanis. Surviving: two nieces,
Patricia (Dr. Thomas) Nolan of Liverpool, Judy (Robert) Siracusa of Conn.;
nephew, Michael (Sally) Noonan of Wisconsin; great-nieces and great-nephews
including Dr. Robert (Tara) Nolan, Christopher and Kevin Nolan. Services 10
a.m. Thursday in St. Hyacinth Church. No calling hours. Arrangements by Nicpon
Funeral Home, 235 State St.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Finch, Mary A.   
December 4, 2004 Mary A. Finch, 90, and a resident of Oswego, died Saturday.
She is survived by one daughter, one son, one brother and one sister. Funeral
services Friday 8:30 a.m. from the Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home and 9 a.m. at
Sacred Heart Church. Calling hours Thursday 3 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home,
112 E. 2nd St.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Flachsland, Thelma M.   
December 6, 2004 Thelma M. Flachsland, 83, passed away Sunday at Sunnyside
Care Center. Thelma was a native of Bridgeton, NJ, and graduated from
Bridgeton High School. She was a Syracuse area resident for most of her life.
She spent summers on Oneida Lakeand the winters at Hutchinson Island in
Florida. Thelma retired in 1979 after 20 years of employment with Farmers and
Traders Insurance Company, where she worked as a secretary. Her husband of 60
years, William C., predeceased her in 2002. Survived by her daughters, Judy
Murray of Baldwinsville and Linda Balducci and her husband James of LaJolla,
CA. Calling hours will be Wednesday 4 to 6 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home, 1604
Grant Blvd. Syracuse. Services and burial will be at the convenience of the
family. Contributions may be made to Sunnyside Care Center, 7000 Collamer Rd.
East Syracuse, NY 13057. Carter Funeral Home Inc. "Family Owned with Pride"
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Gardner, Clarice Davis   
December 4, 2004 Clarice Davis Gardner, 69, of Davis Rd., Union Springs, NY,
died December 4, 2004, at University Hospital, Syracuse, NY. Mrs. Gardner was
a native and lifelong resident of Union Springs, NY. She graduated from Union
Springs High School,class of 1953, and was also a graduate of RBI, earning an
Associates degree. Surviving are her husband of 49 years, Neil Gardner of
Union Springs, NY; two sons, Kirk D. Gardner of New York, NY, and Christopher
J. Gardner of Cayuga, NY; one grandson, Randall C. Gardner of Cayuga, NY; one
sister, Joyce Stinneford of Auburn, NY; many nieces, nephews and cousins. A
memorial service will be held on December 18, 2004, at 11 a.m. at the Brew
Funeral Home, 48 South St., Auburn, NY, with Reverend William Walter
officiating. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be in Oakridge
Cemetery, Town of Springport, NY.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Hares, Raymond Walter   
December 5, 2004 Raymond Walter Hares, 82, of Auburn, died Sunday. Calling
hours Wednesday, December 8, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Langham Funeral Home. Funeral
services 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Spring burial will be in
Fleming Rural Cemetery. Contributions to American Cancer Society or to the
American Red Cross.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Haskins, Howard R.   
December 3, 2004 Howard R. Haskins, 69, Pulaski. He was born in Chaumont. He
served 11 years in the U.S. Air Force, worked for L&M Trucking in Syracuse for
23 years. Survived by his wife of 42 years, Peggy; daughters, Christine and
Tina; son, Brian; two brothers; three sisters; six grandchildren; one
great-grandson. Services Thursday 11 a.m. at the Taylor-Vida Funeral Home,
Pulaski. Visiting will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral
home. Burial will be in Daysville Cemetery with full military honors.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Horn, Marian L.   
December 3, 2004 Marian L. Horn, 77, of Melbourne, FL, (formerly of Syracuse),
joined her husband in eternal heaven on December 3, 2004. A native of
Syracuse, she graduated from Cathedral High School. She worked for many years
at Christ The Kings RetreatHouse. She was a communicant of St. Theresa's
Church. Marian was predeceased by her beloved husband Robert J. Horn in 2001.
Marian is survived by her seven sons and three daughters, Robert of Naples,
FL, Mark (Lori) and Michael (Mary), both of Lake Tahoe, CA, Andrew (Mary Beth)
of Mexico, NY, Larry (Julie) of N. Syracuse, Patrick (Susan) and Brian
(Kristina), both of Melbourne, FL, Helen of Syracuse, Sally (Phil) Houde of
Jackson, NJ, Eileen (Charles) Holohan of Balston Lake, NY; 16 grandchildren;
two brothers, Bill (Anita) Lantry of Utica, and Jack (Patty) Lantry of
Bridgeport, NY. Services: There will be a memorial service Friday 9 a.m. at
Burns & Garfield Funeral Home, 3175 E. Genesee St. Funeral at 10 a.m. Friday
at St. Theresa's Church on Lancaster Ave. Burial will follow at St. Mary's
Cemetery in DeWitt. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the
McMahon-Ryan Child Advocacy Site, 509 W. Onondaga St., Syracuse, NY 13204.
701-2985. For directions to the funeral home or to leave a note of condolence,
please visit www.burnsgarfield.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Houde, George E.   
December 5, 2004 George E. Houde, 66, of Memphis, died unexpectedly Sunday at
his home. He was born in Syracuse and lived in Memphis the past 11 years.
George retired from New Venture Gear in 1998 after 32 years of service. He
served six years in the Army National Guard and was an avid outdoorsman.
Survivors: his wife of 45 years, Mary Lou Houde; two daughters, Deborah Houde
and Katherine Lang, both of Baldwinsville; a son, William E. of Marsellus; a
sister, Carol Walsh of Camillus; a brother, Gerald of Elbridge; seven
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services: 1 p.m. Wednesday at
Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St., Baldwinsville. Burial in Riverview
Cemetery. Calling hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to the service.
Contributions: Mrs. Mary Lou Houde, PO Box 132, Weedsport, NY 13112. Falardeau
Funeral Home FalardeauFH.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Hughes Sr., Thomas F.   
December 4, 2004 Thomas F. Hughes Sr., 52, of Oswego, passed away December 4,
2004, at home. Tom was born in Star Lake, NY. He attended G. Ray Bodley High
School, Fulton, and was employed for 32 years at Interface Solutions. He was a
member of River ofLife Assembly of God Church in Fulton. Tom is survived by
his wife of 33 years, Darlene Hughes of Oswego; children, Sharlene (Brad)
Voss, Thomas (Lisa) Hughes Jr. and Michael Hughes, all of Oswego; parents,
Thomas J. and Audrey Hughes of Fulton; brothers, Robert Hughes, James Hughes,
George Hughes, and Joseph Hughes, all of Fulton; sisters, Linda Hughes of
Florida, Sandra Hughes and Mary Bogawitch, both of Fulton; grandchildren,
Makhali Voss, Robert Voss and Thomas Hughes; several nieces and nephews; a
close friend, Paige Schmeer. Funeral services are 9 a.m. Thursday at River of
Life Assembly of God Church. Calling hours are 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday at Foster Funeral Home, 910 Fay Street, Fulton. Contributions may be
made to: Royal Rangers Boys Group, c/o River of Life Assembly of God Church,
815 Oneida Street, Fulton, NY, 13069. Foster Funeral Home, Inc. Fulton -
Hannibal
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Kelly, Raymond D.   
December 3, 2004 Raymond Kelly, 58, of Syracuse, was laid to eternal rest on
Friday. He resided in Camillus for many years before moving to Syracuse. He
worked for Cooper Decoration Co. before becoming disabled in 1998. He is
survived by two sons, Raymond (Jennifer) Kelly and Chad Kelly; a daughter,
Deborah (Verion) Pierce; two brothers, DeForest and Ronald; a sister, Shirley
Flynn; four grandsons, Vinny, Jordan, Allen, Matthew; five granddaughters,
Kara, Alicia, Kayla, Megan and Kimberly. Services 8 p.m. Tuesday at B.L. Bush
& Sons, 10 Genesee St, Camillus. Calling 6 to 8 p.m. prior to the services.
Please sign the guestbook www.BLBUSH.com B. L. BUSH & SONS, INC.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Magley, Dorothy "Betty"   
December 5, 2004 Dorothy "Betty" Magley, of Westvale, died Sunday, December 5,
2004. She was born in Canton, Ohio, and graduated Cum Laude from Kent State
University and was a stewardess for American Airlines. Most of her life was
spent as a de-voted wife, mother and grandmother. She was predeceased by her
husband George J. Magley and her son George J. Magley Jr. She is survived by
daughters, Maureen Brown of Exeter, New Hampshire, Priscilla Butkowski of
Westvale, Delia Reidy of Westvale, Molly Hemenway of Manlius; and sons,
Christopher Magley of Bradenton, Florida, and Michael Magley of Manlius; 18
grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; and her sister Agnes Baum of
Dalton, Ohio. Services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Immaculate
Conception Church, Fayetteville. Entombment will be in St Mary's Cemetery,
DeWitt. There are no calling hours. Contributions may be made to The Guardian
Angel Society at Cathedral of The Immaculate Conception, 259 East Onondaga
St., Syracuse, NY 13202. Edward J. Ryan & Son Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

McNamara, Florence H.   
December 6, 2004 Florence H. McNamara, 83, of Syracuse, died Monday. Mrs.
McNamara was a waitress at the former Pizzio's Restaurant for 29 years.
Survived by her three children, Ginger Young and John Goodenough, of Syracuse
and Sharon Parsons, of Las Vegas, NV; five stepchildren; 34 grandchildren and
19 great-grandchildren. Funeral services are private. Keegan-Osbelt-Knight
Inc. 900 N. Salina Street
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Miller, Howard C.   
November 25, 2004 Dr. Howard C. Miller, 87, died at the Syracuse VAMC, Friday,
November 25, 2004, after a long illness. He was a 1941 graduate of the New
York State College of Forestry at Syracuse. He enlisted in the army in 1941
and was sent to Officer's Candidate School. He served with First Army HQ in
Washington, D.C., from 1942-3, and then served as a Staff Officer for Generals
Omar Bradley and Courtney Hodges. He helped in the planning of the Invasion of
Normandy and became the first officer assigned to aircraft recognition and
intelligence. He received the Bronze Star, and the EAME with 5 Battle Stars.
Upon returning from WWII, he received his Doctorate from Cornell University in
Entomology. He became a Professor and Extension Specialist in the School of
Biology, Chemistry and Ecology at the State University of New York, College of
Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF). He was a specialist in forest and
urban insect and disease problems, especially Dutch elm disease. He was
involved in medical entomology with interest in allergies and wildlife
parasites. Dr. Miller was consulted and quoted in many publications and
articles, including Rachel Carson's Silent Spring. He coordinated ESF's tree
pest and disease service and authored a variety of NYS extension publications.
He was a consultant for the Syracuse area Poison Control Center concerning
"unknown" plant or animal material. He was a member of the City of Syracuse
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the District Attorney's Advisory Council,
and the Professional Advisory Committee of the County Health Department. His
professional organizations included the American Association for the
Advancement of Science, the Society of American Foresters, the NY Section of
the Wildlife Society, the Entomological Society of America, and
Lepidopterists' Society International. He was listed in the American Men and
Women of Science, Leaders in American Science, Who's Who in the East, and
Dictionary of International Biography. Dr. Miller is survived by his wife,
Mary Virginia; daughter, Sarah Tyler Miller Goldberg; son, Howard Charles
Miller Jr.; four grandchildren, Matthew and Jonathan Goldberg, and Chase and
Kendra Miller; his sister, Ruth Knieser; and his niece Suzanne Ginn. He was
the son of the late Alice Lueck Miller and Jacob Miller. A memorial will be
held on Saturday, December 11, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Burns-Garfield Funeral
Home, 3175 E. Genesee St. Donations in memory of Dr. Howard Miller can be made
to the College Foundation, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry,
1 Forestry Dr, Syracuse, NY 13210, or to the VA Medical Center, care of
Voluntary Service's Office (for the Veterans Park), 800 Irving Ave., Syracuse,
13210.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Miller, Thecla M. "Tillie"   
December 5, 2004 Thecla M. "Tillie" (Kaminski) Miller, 92, a resident of St.
Camillus Health Center, passed away Sunday at St. Camillus. Born in Syracuse,
she resided in Solvay most of her life. She had worked at Schrafts
Restaurants, Syracuse CitySchools as a health aid, and as a cook at St.
Cecilia's rectory. She was a communicant of St. Cecilia's Church, a member of
the Altar & Rosary Society and the Funeral Luncheon Ministry. She was
predeceased by her husband Norman Miller in 1990 and an infant son, Norman J.
Miller Jr. in 1941. Survivors: two sons, Michael (Diane) Miller and Philip
(Dolores) Miller, and a daughter, Mary (William) Muldoon, all of Camillus;
four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Nicholas Kaminski
of Syracuse and John Kaminski of Central Square; several nieces, nephews and
cousins. Services: Thursday, 8:30 a.m. at the Tindall Funeral Home and 9 a.m.
at St. Cecilia's Church. Burial in Assumption Cemetery. Calling hours
Wednesday 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 1921 W. Genesee St. In lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to St. Cecilia's Food Pantry, 1001 Woods
Ave., Solvay, NY 13209. TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Pascarella, Tony S.   
December 3, 2004 Tony S. Pascarella, 82, of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away
December 3, 2004. Tony was born August 12, 1922, in Syracuse, NY. He is
survived by his wife of 61 years, Leta; his children, Judy Bauer of Las Vegas,
NV, Frank Pascarel-la of Vancouver, BC, Gina Furtman of AZ, Cynthia Benjamin
of AZ, Geralyn Sloman of AZ, and Therez Moya of CA; his sister, Esther Pagano
of Syracuse, NY; his brother, John Pascarella of Liverpool, NY; and 11
grandchildren. Tony owned his own construction company, Pascarella, Inc. Tony
worked hard and played hard. He loved to play cards and he loved to cook. Tony
enjoyed speaking Italian almost as much as eating Italian. Tony was a good
guy, good husband, good father, good everything. A visitation will be held
Tuesday, December 7, 6 to 8 p.m. at Green Acres Chapel of Light, 401 N.
Hayden, Scottsdale, AZ. A funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, December 8, 1
p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, AZ.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Shepherd, Eula M. "Dena"   
December 4, 2004 Mrs. Eula M. "Dena" Shepherd, 70, of 501 S. Crouse Ave.,
departed this life, Saturday at Community General Hospital after a lengthy
illness. She leaves to cherish her memory four children, Marilyn Hendson,
Bernard Shepherd, Mattie Miller andLorraine Miller-McMullen all of Syracuse;
13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a host of cousins and
friends. Services will be Thursday 1 p.m. at Garland Bros. Funeral Home, 143
W. Castle St., Rev. Arnell Grice officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood
Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral
home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Staller, Dorothy   
December 5, 2004 Dorothy Staller, 78, of Fayetteville, died on December 5,
2004, after a long, courageous battle with lymphoma. She was born and raised
in Boston, and spent most of her life in central New York. Dorothy was
passionate about everything in her life.She was a professional ceramist whose
work is in the Everson Museum's national ceramics permanent collection. She
was a fervent gardener, adventuresome scuba diver, diligent professional ski
instructor, feisty tennis player, intense political activist, concerned
environmentalist, generous philanthropist, lifelong learner, talented cook and
baker, and a loyal friend. Her greatest passion was for her family. She was a
devoted, loving and giving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt. She
was, and is an inspiration. Survived by Martin, her husband of 58 years; three
sons and their wives, Josh (Jane) of Littleton, CO, Jud (Donna) of Cazenovia,
NY, Jonah (Katty) of Englewood, CO; and six grandchildren, Lauren, David,
Sarah, Emma, Hannah, and Evan. A celebration of Dorothy's life will take place
in the spring. Contributions can be made to the Southern Poverty Law Center,
400 Washington Avenue, PO Box 5632, Montgomery, AL 36177-7459. birnbaum
funeral service, inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Wallace, James D.   
December 4, 2004 James D. Wallace, 44, a resident of Schuyler Island, died
Saturday evening from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Born March
12, 1960, in Poughkeepsie, he was the son of the late James B. and Carol
Lathrop Wallace. He had made his residence in Schuylerville for the past five
years. Survivors include one daughter, Lindsey Wallace of North Syracuse; a
sister, Dorothy Dawood of Easton, Pennsylvania. Friends may call from 2 to 4
p.m. Wednesday, December 8, 2004, at Flynn Bros., Inc. Funeral Home, 13 Gates
Ave., Schuylerville. Memorials can be made to the Lindsey Wallace Scholarship
Fund, c/o Dorothy Dawood, 2180 Barry Court, Easton, PA 18040.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Warner, Elizabeth D.   
December 5, 2004 Elizabeth Dain Warner, 88, died Sunday in Oswego. Surviving:
three daughters, Sally Stanek, Joan Tarbell, Martha Nelson; six grandchildren;
six great-grandchildren; a sister, Virginia Dain. Services 9:30 a.m. Wednesday
at St. Peter's Church. No calling hours. Contributions: CNY Alzheimer's Assoc.
Arrangements by Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Wieszczynski, Henry J.   
December 5, 2004 Henry J. Wieszczynski, 81, of Syracuse, passed away Sunday.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, he graduated from Coughlin High School in
Wilkes-Barre and was a machine operator for over 40 years with Pass and
Seymour. He was a communicant ofMost Holy Rosary Church and served his country
with pride in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Survivors: four daughters, Valerie
Coleman of Lakeland, Deborah Bliss and Anna Conklin of Syracuse and Jennifer
Riker at home; two sons, Henry Jr. of Lakeland and Stanley of Auburn; two
sisters, Anne Whorele of Wilkes-Barre, PA and Florence Gavoni of New Haven,
CT; four brothers, Stanley Washinski of Willow Grove, PA, Joseph Wieszczynski
of CA, Edward Washinski of Syracuse and Eugene Washinski of Wilkes-Barre, PA;
18 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Genevieve in 1996, his son John in 1974 and
his sister Eleanor in 1995. Services: 8:45 a.m. Thursday at the
GIMINSKI-WYSOCKI FUNERAL HOME and 9:30 a.m. at Most Holy Rosary Church.
Interment with military honors at Assumption Cemetery. Friends may call on the
family from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, 1320 W. Genesee St.
Contributions: American Heart Association, 5575 Thompson Rd., Syracuse, NY
13214.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.

Williams, Columba   
December 5, 2004 Columba Williams, 94, formerly of South 4th St., Fulton, died
at St. Luke's Health Services. She was born in Richfield Springs, NY, and has
been a resident of Fulton for most of her life. She was previously employed
with Lastlong, Oswego, and theAmerican Woolen Company, Fulton. She and her
sister Mickey Corso operated The Anne's Shoppe, Oswego. Mrs. Williams was a
communicant of Holy Family Church, a member of the Holy Family Altar Rosary
Society, and Holy Family Golden Age Group. She was a member of Catholic
Daughters Court Pere LeMoyne, and Holy Family Bible Study. Mrs. Williams was
an expert knitter and she volunteered for the Oswego Hospital knitting bonnets
for the newborn babies. She also knitted several afghans that were raffled off
at the Holy Family Church Bazaar. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph
Williams in 1962. She is survived by her son Dr. William (Peg) Williams of
Fulton; her daughter Anne (Ed) Sullivan of New York City; her sister Mickey
Corso of Oswego; nine grandchildren, Christopher (Veronica) Williams, Cynthia
(Walt) Ciesla, Maria (Dave) Johnson, Eileen (Steve) Richardson, Joseph (Dr.
Karen) Williams, Joann (Scott) Berman, Edward Sullivan, Dr. Jamie (Laura)
Sullivan, Laurie Sullivan; and 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will
be 8:15 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home, and 9 a.m. at Holy Family Chapel,
Fulton. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Fulton. Calling hours will be
held Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. in Sugar Funeral Home, Inc., 224 W. 2nd St.
S., Fulton. Contributions: Holy Family-St. Michael's Church, 301 Beech St.,
Fulton, NY 13069, or St. Luke's Health Services, 299 E. River Rd., Oswego, NY
13126.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 12/7/2004.