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Anguish, Marjorie C.   
November 15, 2004 Marjorie C. Anguish, 84, died Monday, November 15, 2004 in
Crouse Community Center, Morrisville. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m.,
Friday from the Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, Inc., 260 Main Street, Oneida.
Interment will be in St. Helena's Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral
home 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Auer, Doris (Williams)   
November 15, 2004 Doris (Williams) Auer, 102, of Falmouth, MA, formerly of
Syracuse, NY, died Monday, November 15, 2004. She was the wife of the late
Benjamin F. Auer. Mrs. Auer was born in Hemlock, Ohio, and had lived in
Syracuse, NY for many years before moving to Falmouth in 1996. She was a
secretary and bookkeeper for the Onondaga County War Memorial Building for
many years. She was a member of the Asa Danforth Chapter of the D.A.R. and
Saint Mark the Evangelist Episcopal Church, both in Syracuse. She is survived
by two daughters, Suzanne Werner of Huntsville, Alabama, and Nancy Naatz of
Mashpee, MA; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A memorial
service will be held at a later date.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Besner, Elizabeth   
November 15, 2004 Elizabeth Besner, 77, died Monday, November 15, 2004 at
Auburn Nursing Home. Born in Jessup, PA on November 10, 1927 she moved to New
York in the early forties and had resided in Cato and Auburn since 1957. Betty
was a devoted mother and avid Bongo player. Surviving are seven sons, Dennis
(Ellen) of Auburn, Lawrence, Jr. (Donna) of Auburn, Bruce (Donna) Union
Springs, Joseph (Dorothy) of Auburn, Michael (Beverly) of Cayuga, Peter
(Audrey) of Auburn, Vincent (Rose) of Cayuga; her daughters, Mary (Robert)
Perrotta, Meridian, Madelyn (Bruce) Sarnoff of Fairport, Carlotta (Andrew)
Hizon of FL, Kathleen (David) Stratton of Arizona, Virginia (Al) Capone of
Auburn; 46 grandchildren and 53 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Arthur Ward
of Baldwinsville and John Ward of Syracuse. Funeral services will be on
Saturday at 9 a.m. at the Nicpon Funeral Home, 235 State St. Interment will
follow in Peckville, PA. Calling hours will be on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to
9 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the Salvation Army
Christmas Fund.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Bettinger, Mary "Betty"   
November 15, 2004 Mary "Betty" Elizabeth Bettinger, 86, of Constantia, died
Monday at St. Joseph's Hospital. Betty was born in Syracuse and lived in
Central Square for more than 60 years. She was a member and treasurer of the
American Legion Auxiliary Post 915 for 55 years, member of the Eastern Star,
and the First Baptist Church of Central Square. She was predeceased by her
husband Earl in 1997. She is survived by her children, Richard (Becky)
Bettinger of Hannibal, Leonard (Patty) Bettinger of Brewerton, Eva (Mark)
Damanski of Cicero, and Melissa (Tony) Scrimale of Constantia; sisters, Fern
Wildrick of Brewerton and Gloria "Jackie" Willmer of Central Square; brother,
Maynard "Bud" Goettel of Buffalo; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren;
and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Traub
Funeral Home, 684 N. Main St., Central Square. Betty's memorial service will
be at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will take place 10 a.m.
Saturday at Hillside Cemetery, Central Square. Friends wishing may make
contributions to SOVAC Ambulance Fund in Betty's memory. Traub Funeral Home,
Inc. Central Square, NY
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Bonner, Loretta M.   
November 15, 2004 Loretta M. Bonner, 94, died suddenly Monday, November 15,
2004, at home. She was a lifetime resident of Syracuse and communicant of the
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, where she was a member of the Altar
and Rosary Society and the P.T.A. She was a loving mother, wife, nana,
great-grandmother, sister, cousin, and friend who believed in strong family
values and the power of prayer. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward
Bonner Sr. in November of 1993 and her grandson, Michael Bonner. Survivors:
three sons and daughters-in-law, William and Helen Bonner of Richmond, VA,
Edward Jr. and Mary Bonner of Greene, NY, and Richard and Mary Pat Bonner of
Ft. Worth, TX; eight grandchildren, Susan Williams, Kevin, William, and Edward
Bonner, Maureen Jones, Elizabeth Lesley, Catherine Bonner, Laura Bonner; three
great-grandchildren, Brian, Rachel and Madison Bonner; as well as several
nieces and cousins. Other survivors include her very special friend, Fran
O'Brien and cousin Ann Byrne. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday at Tindall Funeral
Home and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt.
Calling hours 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, 1921 W. Genesee St.
Contributions may be made to the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception. TINDALL
FUNERAL HOME INC
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Burley, Arthur L. "Bubba"   
November 16, 2004 Arthur L. "Bubba" Burley, 79, of 141 Hobart Ave., went home
to be with the Lord, Tuesday at the VA Medical Center. He was formerly
employed at Carrier Corp. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Eleanor
Burley of Syracuse; five daughters, Jen-ny and Brenda Burley of Syracuse, Ruby
Stapleton, Wanda and Louise Burley all of Wrens, GA; six sons, Bobby Burley of
Commerce, GA, Arthur, Ronnie Sr., Benny, Todd and Denson Burley Sr. all of
Syracuse; 28 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. Services will be
Friday 1 p.m. at Southern Missionary Baptist Church, 3143 Midland Ave. Burial
will be in the Onondaga County Veterans Cemetery. Calling hours will be
Thursday 6 to 8 p.m. at Garland Bros. Funeral Home, 143 W. Castle St.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Conte, Millard E.   
November 15, 2004 Millard E. Conte, 81, of Chittenango, died Monday at
Stonehedge Nursing Home. Born in Vanderbilt, PA, he was a security guard at
Carrier Corp. for 20 years, retiring in 1972. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran,
serving in WWII. He was predeceased by his son Mark Patrick Conte in 1990.
Survivors: his wife of 19 years, Elizabeth (Manuse) Conte; two daughters,
Michele Patrician of East Syracuse and Denise Jassak of Yorkville, NY; one
son, Richard Conte of N. Carolina; four stepbrothers, Kenneth, Gary and
Anthony Adams, all of Chittenango, and Douglas Brayen of N. Syracuse; 10
grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren. Services
8:30 a.m. Friday, November 19, at Forani & Cline Funeral Home, and 9 a.m. at
St. Matthew's Church. Burial, Pine Plains Cemetery, N. Manlius. Calling hours
4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, November 18, at the funeral home, 206 Kinne St., E.
Syracuse. Contributions: American Cancer Society, PO Box 7, E. Syracuse, NY
13057.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Davis, Debra J.   
November 13, 2004 Debra J. Davis, 50, of Fulton, died Saturday. Survived by
three children, Tiffannie Zimmerman, Roy Davis, Christine Davis; three
sisters, Christine Heagle, Marnie Lancette, Renee Crimmins. Funeral services
will be held Friday at 1 p.m. from the Dowdle Funeral Home. A calling hour
will be from noon to 1 p.m. prior to the service.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Florack, Theodore W.   
November 15, 2004 Theodore W. Florack, 74, of Baldwinsville, died Monday at
Community-General Hospital, Syracuse. He was born in Rochester and received
his Bachelor's Degree at Niagara University and his Master's Degree at the
University of Rochester. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict,
stationed in Germany. He moved to the Baldwinsville area in 1964 and retired
as an administrator from the Baldwinsville School District in 1987. He was a
communicant of St. Mary's Church, Baldwinsville. Survivors: his wife of 45
years, the former Mary F. McNulty; four daughters, Teresa M. Florack of
Syracuse, Elizabeth A. Florack of Baldwinsville, Margaret M. (Doug) Quinn of
Hingham, MA, and Marianne F. Florack of Baldwinsville; two sons, Theodore J.
(Patricia) of Baldwinsville and Christopher R. of Syracuse; a sister, Anne
(Richard) Freitas of Rochester; a brother, Robert Florack of Cape Coral, FL;
10 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services: 10 a.m. Friday at
St. Mary's Church, Baldwinsville. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery,
Baldwinsville. Calling hours are 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Falardeau Funeral
Home, 93 Downer Street, Baldwinsville. Contributions: St. Mary's Church
Building Fund, 47 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville, NY 13027. Falardeau Funeral
Home FalardeauFH.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Higgins, Owen   
November 14, 2004 Owen Higgins, 72, of Fulton, died Sunday. He had worked at
Anderson Ford, Nestle Company, Container Corporation of America and General
Electric Company. Surviving are daughters, Terry Warwick, Jill Munger, Kim
Wardhaugh, Kathy Tim-mons, Patty Higgins, Sandy Farrands, all of Fulton, and
Julie Everhart, Las Vegas, NV; son, Jim Higgins, Oswego; brother, Joseph
Higgins, Fulton; grandchildren, great-grandchildren. Graveside services 10
a.m. Friday at Mt. Adnah Cemetery, Fulton. Calling hours 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday
at Foster Funeral Home, 910 Fay Street, Fulton. Foster Funeral Home, Inc.
Fulton - Hannibal
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Kinney, Lillie C.   
November 15, 2004 Lillie C. Kinney, 92, of Victoria Place, Syracuse, died
Monday at her home. Born in Vancover, Canada, she was a 1970 graduate of
Syracuse University with masters in Library Science. She retired in 1970 as a
Reference Librarian, at the Onondaga Community College. Mrs. Kinney was a
political activist in human rights and environment issues. She is survived by
her daughter, Karen Harris of Blue Mount, VA; her son, William Kinney of
Hawaii; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services: 1 p.m.
Thursday at the Erwin First United Methodist Church, 920 Euclid Ave.,
Syracuse. The family will greet friends following services at the church.
Interment will be in West Virginia.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Macholl, James A.   
November 15, 2004 Mr. James A. Macholl, 72, of W. Brutus St., Weedsport, died
Monday at his home. Surviving are sons, Kenneth and Eric Macholl. Calling
hours will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursday at the White Chapel Funeral Home,
2719 Erie Dr., Weedsport followed by graveside services in St. Joseph's
Cemetery, Weedsport.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

McAdam, Gloria Lucy   
November 14, 2004 Gloria Lucy McAdam, 76, of Mexico, died Sunday, November 14,
2004 at the Veteran's Hospital in Syracuse. She was born in Sackets Harbor,
NY, daughter of the late James Wesley McAdam, Catherine McAdam Roach and
stepfather,Harold Roach. She graduated from Chaumont HS and then graduated
from Mercy Hospital Nursing Training Program as a RN. She served as a nurse
for the 11th EVAC Hospital during the Korean War and was awarded the Korean
Service, Nation Defense, and United Nations Service Medals. She also had been
an active member of the Mexico Museum, taught dog training classes and her
dogs competed in dog shows in the area. She had contributed to and supported
numerous charities. Calling hours will be Friday, November 19, from 4 to 7
p.m. at the Harter Funeral Home, 9 Washington Ave., Mexico. Funeral Services
will be held on Saturday, November 20, at 10 a.m. at the Harter Funeral Home.
A graveside ceremony will follow for family only at Lakeside Cemetery in
Sackets Harbor. She was predeceased by her brother, Ronald McAdam. Survivors
include sister, Anne Johnson, (Numa Claytor) of Hampstead, NC; brothers,
Phillip McAdam (Jean) of Queensbury, NY, Bruce McAdam (Doris) of Watertown,
NY, James McAdam, Jr. (Verna) of Oswego, NY, Colin McAdam (Rita) of Faribault,
MN, and Lawrence McAdam (Loretta) of Sanford, FL. In lieu of flowers,
contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society Central NY
Region-East Syracuse, 6725 Lyons Street, PO Box 7, E. Syracuse, NY 13057.
American Red Cross, Onondaga-Oswego Chapter, 220 Herald Place, Syracuse, NY
13202 and Mexico Museum, 5319 South Jefferson Street, Mexico 13144.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

McDonough, John Paul   
November 15, 2004 John Paul McDonough, 57, formerly of Pulaski, died Monday.
Survivors: sister, Helen Hollenbeck of California. Services: private. Burial
in St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt. Arrangements by Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home,
Oswego.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Mosher Walters, Evelyn Golley   
Mosher Walters November 15, 2004 Evelyn Golley Mosher Walters, 77, of
Cazenovia, NY. Evelyn was born in Camden, NY and had resided in Cazenovia for
58 years. She was the widow of Dudley E. Mosher (1991) and Kenneth C. Walters
(2004). She retired as head cook ofthe food services department at Cazenovia
College, 27 years. She was a member of the Cazenovia United Methodist Church,
United Methodist Women and Sunday school teacher. She was a Madison County 4H
leader. She is survived by one daughter, Alberta Prockup, Liverpool, NY; two
sons, Howard Mosher of Killingsworth, CT, William Mosher, Cazenovia, NY; 16
grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one brother, Howard Golley,
Morrisville, NY; two sisters, Mary A. Bavo of Canastota and Theresa Hilaire of
PA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family sincerely thank the
Volunteers of the American Cancer Society and the doctors and nurses at
Brittonfield. Funeral services Friday 11 a.m. in The Cazenovia United
Methodist Church. Burial in the Evergreen Cemetery. Calling hours, Thursday 7
to 9 p.m. at the Richard F. Ayer Funeral Homes, Cazenovia, NY 655-8101.
Contributions to the Cazenovia United Methodist Church.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Palomeque, Elsie R.   
November 15, 2004 Elsie R. Palomeque, age 70, of Liverpool, passed away Monday
night at home. She was the former manager of CNY Handling, Inc. in Syracuse.
Elsie was a former member of Avon Lake, Ohio OES. An avid golfer she formerly
belonged to Beaver Meadows Golf Club. She was predeceased by a daughter, Elena
M. Reimann in 1990. Surviving are her husband, Louis E. Palomeque; a son,
Lewis E. Palomeque from Warners; a daughter, Denise M. Gigante from Liverpool;
a brother, William Schmidt; a sister, Marge Ann Keane both of Fort Wayne, IN;
six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services and burial are
private. There are no calling Hours. Contributions may be made to Hospice of
CNY, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY 13088.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Parmelee, John M.   
November 13, 2004 John M. Parmelee, 89, of Phelps. No calling hours. Memorial
service December 4, 2004 at 2 p.m. United Church of Phelps. Burial will be
held at the convenience of the family. Contributions may be made to the United
Church of Phelps, 58 Main Street, Phelps, NY 14532 or Phelps Historical
Society, 66 Main Street, Phelps.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Perry, Barbara D.   
November 14, 2004 Barbara D. Perry, 63, of 3 Lake Ave., Auburn, died Sunday,
November 14, 2004, at University Hospital, Syracuse. Surviving are two
daughters and two sons; one sister, Mrs. Ethel Braungart of NC; several nieces
and nephews. Funeral services Thursday 10 a.m., White Chapel Funeral Home, 197
South St., Auburn. Calling hours 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Ransom, Harvey R.   
November 12, 2004 Harvey R. Ransom, 84, of Freemont Road, Manlius, NY, died at
Saint Joseph's Hospital. A native of Pompey, NY, he was a WWII army veteran,
serving in North Africa, Sicily, Normandy, Central Europe and Germany, where
he received aBronze Star Medal among other decorations. He was discharged as a
Technical Sergeant in June 1945. After the war Harvey was a driver for Shell
Oil Company for 35 years while raising five children, David, Joan, Joyce, Bert
and Mark. In addition to his children, Harvey is survived by Eng Nuon, his
loving companion of 20 years and her large extended family of brothers,
sisters, nieces and nephews. Harvey loved being a part of the children's lives
as they grew up and they in turn loved their uncle dearly. He will be greatly
missed by them all as well as the rest of his family and friends. A memorial
service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 20, at the First United
Methodist Church, 49 Jefferson St., Phoenix, NY. Allanson-Glanville-Tappan
695-3131
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Sevier, Fred E.   
November 14, 2004 Fred E. Sevier, 72, of Stoneham. Survived by wife, Trudy
(Cole) Sevier; two sisters, Doris Cross of Liverpool and Ada Northrup of East
Syracuse. Services: Trinity Church, 131 West Emerson St., Melrose, Friday 10
a.m. Visiting hours: Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose, Thursday 4
to 8 p.m. Interment will be in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Trumble Sr., Edward D.   
November 14, 2004 Edward D. Trumble, Sr., age 63, of Syracuse, formerly of
Altmar died Sunday at St. Joseph's Hospital. He is survived by four sons; five
daughters; his mother; a sister and two brothers; 23 grandchildren. A
graveside funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Riverside Cemetery,
Altmar. No calling hours.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Welch, Esteher G.   
November 16, 2004 Esther G. Welch, 90, of Earlville, NY, died Tuesday at
Gilmour Healthcare in Norwich, NY. Survivors include a son, Darwin (Beverly)
Welch; two granddaughters, Cindy Foote and Vicky Brigham; a sister, Alice
Rodman; and three great-grandchildren. Services 11 a.m. on Friday at Burgess &
Tedesco Funeral Home, 3 Preston St., Earlville, with burial in the Earlville
Cemetery. Visitation Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Contributions:
Hospice of Chenango County, 21 Hayes St., Norwich, NY 13815; the Randallsville
Baptist Church, 1528 River Rd., Hamilton, NY 13346; or the Earlville Senior
Citizens Center, Earlville, NY 13332.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.

Zemotel, Helen M.   
November 15, 2004 Helen M. Zemotel, 82, of Campbell Rd., Mattydale, died
Monday at St. Joseph's Hospital. A native of Auburn, Mrs. Zemotel resided in
Mattydale since 1954. She retired in 1981 after 20 years as the Domestic
Department Manager at Kmart depart-ment store in Mattydale. Helen was a past
president and 37 year member of the Hinsdale Volunteer Fire Department Ladies
Auxiliary. She was a communicant of St. Margaret's RC Church and a member of
the Mattydale Hinsdale Senior Citizens. She was also active in local politics
including the Town of Salina and the North Syracuse Central School District
and volunteered as a poll worker for many years. Her husband, Adam predeceased
her in 1990. Surviving are a daughter, Patricia of Georgia; three sons, Adam
J. (Mary) of Colorado, Paul A. (Dawn) of Central Square, Gregory J. (Tammie)
of Liverpool; seven grandchildren, Cory, James, Jonathan Jeremy, Neil, Adam
and Alura; two great-granddaughters, Alexis and Kiara. Funeral services will
be 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Krueger Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Margaret's
Church in Mattydale. Burial will be in North Syracuse Cemetery. Friends may
call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 2619 Brewerton
Rd., Mattydale. Contributions may be made to the Hinsdale Volunteer Fire Dept.
113 Malden Rd. Mattydale, NY 13211 or the St. Camillus Health & Rehabilitation
Center.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 11/17/2004.