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Alexander, Maurice Marc   
August 18, 2004 Maurice Marc Alexander, 82, of Woodstock, GA. Surviving are
his stepdaughters, Arlene Tyo of Syracuse and Frances K. Charbonnet of
Alpharetta, GA. The cremated remains were sent to Garden of Memories, Metaire,
LA for inurnment. Arrangement by McDonald and Son Funeral Home and Crematory,
Cumming, GA.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Banta, Constance Josephine Kayes   
September 6, 2004 Constance Josephine Kayes Banta, 78, of Oswego, died Monday
at Pontiac Care and Rehabilitation Center in Oswego. Born in Geneva, NY, the
daughter of the late Lewis and Lois (Cook) Kayes, Connie was a longtime
resident of Oswego, moving to the area in 1958. She was a graduate of St.
Francis DeSales High School in Geneva, and attended Cornell University.
Throughout her life, Connie was involved in many community activities, which
included serving as vice president of the Children's Board, and as a volunteer
for the Meals on Wheels program. She was a member of the Seneca Lake Country
Club in Geneva, where she received the title of Junior League Golf Champion,
and was a member of the Oswego Country Club 18-hole women's league. She also
participated in Women's League bowling. She was an avid golfer, gardener,
boater, and birdwatcher, and was a communicant of St. Mary's Catholic Church
in Oswego, and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Minetto. She was
predeceased by her husband, Benjamin F. Banta, in 1999. She is survived by two
sons, Benjamin (Jennifer) Banta of Oswego, and Peter (Cheryl) Banta of Oswego;
four daughters, Barbara "Missy" (William) Mercier of Oswego, Emilie
(Christopher) Cleveland of Springfield, VA, Elizabeth (Robert) McGrath of
Oswego, and Patricia (Alan) Levine of Oswego; a brother, Lewis Kayes Jr. of
Hollywood, FL; two sisters, Elizabeth Carty and Patricia Brennan, both of
Geneva; 16 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and
nephews. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the
Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home, and at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church. Burial will
be in St. Peter's Cemetery. Calling hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m.
Wednesday at the funeral home, 112 East Second St., Oswego. Contributions can
be made to the charity of choice.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Bequer, Maria A.   
September 4, 2004 Maria A. Bequer, 89, of Syracuse, died Saturday in the
Syracuse Home Association. Born in Havana, Cuba, resided in Syracuse since
1965. She was employed by Syracuse University and later with Onondaga County
Department of Social Services retiring in 1999. Communicant of Most Holy
Rosary Church. Her husband, Mario E. Sr., died in 1975. Surviving are one son,
Mario E. Jr., Cheryl of North Syracuse; two grandchildren, Daniel S. of Tampa,
FL, Kerry L. Bequer, Burlington, VT; one sister, Amparo (Fernando) Carbajal,
Miami, FL; several nieces and nephews. Services will be Friday 8:45 a.m. at
Welter-Price Funeral Home at 9:30 a.m. at Most Holy Rosary Church. Burial St.
Mary's Cemetery DeWitt. Calling hours Thursday 5 to 8 p.m. at 2649 James St.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Billington, Charlotte J. Neider   
Billington September 5, 2004 Charlotte J. Neider Billington, 73, of 1830
Chestnut Ridge Rd., Chittenango, died Sunday at her home. Born in Syracuse,
Charlotte was a resident of Chittenango 50 years. She was a retired
seamstress. Charlotte was a member of the First Presbyte-rian Church of
Chittenango. Surviving are a son, Scott Billington of Chittenango; two
daughters, Darlene Mosley of Arkansas and Dawn Michalec of Auburn; seven half
brothers and sisters, Mick, June, Leah, Mark, Carol, David and Jon; nine
grandchildren, Meghan, Matthew, Aaron, Ashley, Racquel, Scotty, Joseph, Carlee
and Jacob. She was predeceased by her husband, Carlton in 1980. Services will
be 6 p.m. Thursday at the G.F. Zimmer Funeral Home, Chittenango. Burial will
be in Oakwood Cemetery, Chittenango. Calling hours will be 3 to 6 p.m.
Thursday at the funeral home, 702 Legion Drive. A benefit scheduled in
Charlotte's behalf will be held on September 25, 2004 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the
Bridgeport VFW Post 8440, Rt. 31, Bridgeport. G.F. ZIMMER, F.H. CHITTENANGO
687-3366
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Blanco, Joseph Thomas   
September 6, 2004 Joseph Thomas Blanco, 85, of Brewerton, NY, died Monday in
the James Square Health & Rehab Center, Syracuse, NY. Born in Wellington, OH,
he served in the Army from January 10, 1941, to July 10, 1945. He was a
self-employed electrician. He is survived by three daughters, Kathy Collins of
Mattydale, NY, Terry Burke of Clay, NY, Lesley Roehm of N. Syracuse, NY; one
son, Frederick Blanco of Trophy Club, TX; one brother and three sisters, all
of Ohio; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. Memorial service will
be Friday at 7 p.m. from the Sears-Middleton-Jones Funeral Home Inc., 209
North Main Street (Rt. 11), North Syracuse. SEARS-MIDDLETON-JONES Please Sign
The Guest Book At www.searsmiddletonjones.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Blandino, Kathleen A.   
September 6, 2004 Kathleen A. Blandino, 56, loving mother, grandmother and
sister, died Monday after a brief illness. She was born in Fulton, NY.
Kathleen is survived by four sons, Christopher (Gina) of China Grove, NC,
Jeffrey, Gregory and Stephen, all of Liverpool; a daughter Julie (Garrett)
Knaub of Liverpool; two brothers, Robert J. Cardinali of Baldwinsville and
Thomas J. (Denise) Cardinali of Corvallis, OR; three sisters, Patricia
(Thompson) Van Wie of Oswego, Nancy (Edward) Percy of Fulton and Joan (Ralph)
Rotella of North Syracuse; six grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church, North
Syracuse. Burial will be private. Calling hours are Thursday 4 to 7 p.m. at
New Comer Family Funeral Home, 705 North Main Street, North Syracuse.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Derochie, Brenda   
September 5, 2004 Brenda Derochie, 39, of Syracuse, died Sunday. Surviving:
daughters, Carrie, Jessica and Danille; mother, Joanne Derochie; brothers,
Robert, Ricky and Randy; sister, Kelly; three grandchildren. Services: 9:30
a.m. Friday, St. Lucys Church. Burial St. Marys Cemetery. Arrangements:
Greenleaf Funeral Home, 503 W.Onondaga St.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Dunn III, Francis H.   
September 5, 2004 Francis H. Dunn, III, 68, of Syracuse, died Sunday. Frank
retired as building manager from Condor Realty in Syracuse. He was also an
avid baseball fan. He was predeceased by a stepdaughter, Bev Plimley.
Survivors include his companion of 32 years, Charlotte Meyers; three
stepchildren, Susan Wrobleski, Robert and Allen Meyers; 11 step-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Harter Funeral Home,
2983 W. Main Street, Parish. Burial will be in Pleasant Lawn Cemetery, Parish.
Calling hours will be held Thursday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Dutcher, Franklin L.   
January 13, 2004 Graveside services for Franklin L. Dutcher, formerly of
Bernhards Bay, who died January 13, are 9:30 a.m. Saturday, September 11, in
the Constantia Rural Cemetery, Constantia. Watson Funeral Home, Inc. has
arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Gray, George W.   
September 6, 2004 George W. Gray, 73, of Camillus, died Monday at home. He was
born in Glens Falls and lived in Anchorage, Alaska, for five years before
moving to Camillus in 1960. George was employed by King Storage Warehouse in
East Syracuse for 35 years and was formerly employed by the West Genesee
School District for three years. An Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict,
he was a member of the American Legion Cato LaBuff Post 0911. He was a
communicant of Holy Family Church. His wife, the former Catherine "Katie"
Lapp, died in 2000. Surviving are his daughter Patricia (Robert) Wager of
Fairmount; grandsons, Robert Klein and Travis Wager; and brother John Flanagan
of Putnam Valley. Services will be at 12:30 p.m. Friday at Buranich Funeral
Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus and at 1 p.m. in Holy Family Church where
a funeral Mass will be celebrated. Friends may call Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m.
at the funeral home. Burial will be in Onondaga County Veterans Memorial
Cemetery. Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 6725 Lyons
St., P.O. Box 7, East Syracuse, NY 13057 or to CNY Children's Hospital, 750
East Adams Street, Syracuse, NY 13210.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Greenberg, Gertrude Dannemann Galson   
September 5, 2004 Gertrude Dannemann Galson Greenberg died peacefully at age
101 on September 5, 2004, at her home at The Inn, Menorah Park, Syracuse. She
is survived by sister Ilse Klahr; son Edgar and wife Eva of Syracuse, their
children Wendy Galson of Philadelphia, PA, Diana Galson Kooy of Boston, MA,
Steven Galson of Chevy Chase, MD, and David Galson of Oakland, CA; son Allen
and wife Nirelle of Syracuse and their children Deborah Galson of Wexford, PA,
Daniel Galson of Eaton (England), and Elizabeth Silverstein of Poughkeepsie,
NY; stepson Dan Greenberg and his wife Patricia Salt of North Reading, MA;
stepdaughter Ruth Kutz of Syracuse and her child Christopher Kutz of Oakland,
CA; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Gertrude was born
in East Prussia in 1903, the first of four children. She experienced the
terror of World War I, which remained a vivid memory throughout her life. At
age 12, with her father away as an army conscript and her mother managing the
family shoe store, she took responsibility for guiding her three younger
siblings. Gertrude graduated from teacher's college at age 19 and sailed to
America to visit an uncle in Philadelphia, where she worked as a reporter for
a German-American newspaper before meeting and marrying engineer Henry Galson,
a recent immigrant from Vienna, Austria. While Gertrude was managing family
affairs, Henry held a series of jobs in the field of air conditioning. At age
33 he patented an air conditioning device that proved to be the prototype for
today's self-contained units, for which he was honored in 1933 with the John
Scott Medal by the City of Philadelphia. With Hitler's rise to power in
Germany, Gertrude feared for the lives of their parents and she was determined
to rescue them and as many other family and friends as she could. Over the
next few years Henry and Gertrude gave affidavits for 16 people, taking into
their home each of their mothers and two nephews. The family moved to Syracuse
in 1937 when Henry was hired by Willis Carrier. During World War II, with
engineers in short supply, Carrier convinced Gertrude to fill in for an
engineer although her credential was only a marriage license. At war's end,
Henry left Carrier and established a consulting practice with Gertrude as his
assistant. As the company grew, Gertrude undertook a variety of roles
including secretary, office manager, accountant, and HR manager. Henry died in
1963 and the practice was continued by their two sons, Edgar who joined in
1951 and Allen who joined in 1961. Gertrude retired from the business at age
82. In 1985 Gertrude married Isadore Greenberg, a lawyer practicing in
Syracuse. Izzy, as he was known locally, died in 1995. Gertrude served on the
Board of Huntington Family Center for 18 years undertaking many duties
including service as the President of the Board. She was particularly proud of
a summer camp for mothers and their young children that she created,
organized, and ran. She was active in the Council of Jewish Women and the
NAACP in the '40s. She was a member of the Temple Society of Concord. There
will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at a date and time
to be announced. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central New
York, Menorah Park, and Huntington Family Center. birnbaum funeral service
inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Grosso, Mary A.   
September 1, 2004 Mary A. Grosso, 86, of Naples, FL, went to be with her Lord
and Savior, September 1, 2004. Mary was born in Syracuse and had been a
resident of Naples since 1995 coming from Miami, FL. Local survivors include
brothers, Nicholas Vitto of Syracuse, NY and Dominick (Rose) Vito of Syracuse,
NY. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 11, 2004 at 11 a.m. at
Center Point Community Church, Naples. Interment will be held in Woodlawn Park
Cemetery, Miami, FL. Memorial contributions may be made to Center Point
Community Church, 6590 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples, FL 34105. Muller-Thompson
Funeral Chapel (239) 597-8888
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Holland, Marguerite G.   
August 31, 2004 Mrs. Marguerite Gertrude Holland, 79, of DeFuniak Springs, FL,
died Tuesday, August 31, 2004, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, FL. Mrs.
Holland was born in Smithport, PA, on April 13, 1926, to Clarence and Eleanor
Fusco Smith and had been a resident of the Northwest Florida area since moving
here from Syracuse, NY, in 1989. She was preceded in death by her husband
Douglas Holland and by her brothers and sisters. She will be dearly missed by
all who knew and loved her. Surviors include her sons, Philip D. Holland of
DeFuniak Springs, FL, and William B. Holland of West Monroe, NY; sisters- and
brothers-in-law, Shirley and Richard Greener of Illinois, and Pearl and James
Rupert of Las Vegas, Nevada; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A
time of visitation will be conducted from the McLaughlin-Aultman Funeral Home
in Crestview, FL, on Thursday, September 9, 2004, from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral
service will be conducted from the chapel of McLaughlin-Aultman Funeral Home
on Friday, September 10, 2004, at 11 a.m., with Mr. Steve Olivier officiating.
Interment of Mrs. Holland's cremains will be in Live Oak Park Memorial
Cemetery in Crestview, FL, at a later date. Floral tributes will be accepted
at the funeral home in Crestview, FL, on Thursday. Arrangements and services
are under the direction of the McLaughlin Mortuary, 17 Chestnut Ave., Fort
Walton Beach, FL.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Kelley, Beulah Gladys   
September 1, 2004 Beulah Gladys Kelley, 104, formerly of Apulia Station, died
September 1, 2004. Beulah, was born March 12, 1900 in Cuyler, NY. She was
predeceased by her parents, Rhoda Riggs Keeler and Charles Edwin Keeler; her
husband, Clarence H. Kelley; five sisters, Blanche Porter, Pearl Crampton,
Louella Vincent, May Sills, Hazel Woodmancee; a step-granddaughter, Brenda
Stout and a step-great-granddaughter, Tara Stout. Beulah attended DeRuyter
High School, Tully High School, Cortland Normal School and received her BS and
Masters Degrees from SUNY Cortland. She taught elementary school grades 1-8
beginning in the one room school in Apulia Station and later taught in Preble,
Lafayette, Tully, DeRuyter, Madison and retired from Cazenovia Central School
in 1963, after having taught a total of over 30 years. She also taught Special
Education in the later years of her career. She was a longtime member of
Apulia Station United Methodist Church, order of Eastern Star, DAR and active
in the Tully Senior Citizens Group, as well as South County PEACE. She was
recognized several times for her volunteering in Onondaga County. She will be
remembered for the many quilts she made over the years. She is survived by her
daughter, Beverly K. (Robert) Sternbergh; her son, Dr. George (Dorothy)
Kelley; seven grandchildren, Kevin (Chris) Kelley, David Kelley, Linda (Erwin)
Beardsley, Susan (Philip, Jr.) Martin, Tamara (Philip) Mariotti, Bonnie Hoag
and Cindy (Jerry) Wercholuk; 18 great-grandchildren; two
great-great-grandchildren. Services Friday 1 p.m. at Hartwell Funeral Home, 11
Clinton St., Tully. Interment Elmwood Cemetery, Preble. Friends may call at
the funeral home Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Contributions to Apulia
Station United Methodist Church or Apulia Station Fire Department.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Konchar, Ann   
September 5, 2004 Mrs. Thomas (Ann) Konchar was born February 6, 1913, in
Forest City, PA, daughter of the late Ermo and Mary Bondy Gaspar. She was
educated in Forest City schools. She was married to funeral director Thomas L.
Konchar on January 29, 1934, at Sacred Heart Church, Forest City, PA, by Rev.
Anthony Halicki, then pastor. The couple came to Little Falls, NY, in 1935 and
resided there until 1975, when they retired and moved to Florida. Ann was a
former member of Sacred Heart Church, Little Falls and its Rosary Society of
which she was a president and secretary for a number of years. She was also a
former president of the local Lodge #42, the Lady Elks, and a former president
of the Mothers Club here. She was also a charter member of the Polish
Community Home, Little Falls, NY. While in Florida, she was a member of the
Ascention Catholic Church, Boca Raton, and was a former corresponding
secretary of the American Slovenian Club of Pompano Beach, Florida. Ann was a
member of St. Mathews Church in East Syracuse, NY. She made her home at her
daughter's home at 6774 Schuyler Road, East Syracuse, after the death of her
husband Thomas L. Konchar in April 1998. Ann was also predeceased by her
daughter Mrs. Fred (Barbara) Ballantyne and her granddaughter Mrs. Todd
(Heather) Way in September 1999. Ann is survived by her daughter Mrs. Vincent
(Beverly) Atutis of Hurst, Texas; a brother Andrew J. Gasper of Erie, PA; four
grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and four nieces of Erie, PA. Calling
hours will be Thursday and Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Carter Funeral
Home, 1604 Grant Blvd. Services will be Saturday 8:15 a.m. at the funeral home
and 9 a.m. at St. Matthews Church, East Syracuse. Burial will follow at Church
Street Cemetery, Little Falls, NY. Carter Funeral Home Inc. "Family Owned with
Pride"
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Lindsey, Paul I.   
September 6, 2004 Paul I. Lindsey, 81, of Syracuse, died on Monday at Loretto.
He was a graduate of Syracuse University class of 1950 and a veteran of the
Army during WW2. He retired in 1993 from the State of New York SUNY Health
Science Center and for-merly was a V.P. for Kenneth Taylor Construction Co. He
is a member of the Eastwood Post 1276 American Legion, Mattydale VFW, and the
Solvay Moose Club. He is survived by his wife Joan Erricson Lindsey; his
children from a prior marriage, a daughter Susan L. Davis of Cicero and a son
Mark A. Lindsey of Virginia Beach, VA; two sisters, Marjorie Crouch of Camden,
Ohio, Donna Steidle of Pompano Beach, FL; and several grandchildren. Funeral
services are Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral
Home, 3111 James Street, with a calling hour for one hour prior to the
service. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Contributions to Alzheimer's
Association, 441 W. Kirkpatrick St., Syracuse, NY.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Litz, Alexander G.   
September 5, 2004 Alexander G. Litz, 76, of Syracuse, passed away on Sunday.
Alexander is an Army and Navy Veteran. He is survived by is wife of 32 years,
the former Shirley Hale; stepson, Robert Dexter; and stepdaugter, Coral
Dexter. Services will be private. DEWITT MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME... we never
take advantage of your disadvantage.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

MacKinder, Morris T.   
Tuesday's obituary for Morris T. MacKinder of Warners who died September 5,
2004, misspelled the location of his military service. He served in the U.S.
Marines during W.W. II where he was stationed on the Guadalcanal. Arrangements
by B.L. Bush & Sons Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Masterson, Robert J.   
September 7, 2004 Robert J. Masterson died peacefully Tuesday at his home in
Cazenovia. Born in Warren, Pennsylvania, he was a graduate of the Manlius
Military School, attended Syracuse University and held degrees from SUNY. A
carrier fighter pilot in the Pa-cific during WW II, he was decorated with the
Distinguished Flying Cross. He lived most of his life in Upstate, NY. Bob was
a teacher and principal in the Seneca Falls and Cazenovia School District,
where he retired. He played semi professional baseball for the Cardinals, was
an avid fly fisherman and a competitive golfer. He enjoyed teaching his
grandchildren to paint. Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Dorothy; their
children, Mark (Mary) of Lincoln, MA, Anne (Heidar) Nowrouz of Annandale, VA,
Don (Annabelle) of Burke, VA and Teresa (John) of Belmont, MA, Judy (Eric)
Butler of Cazenovia. A mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m.
Saturday at St. James Church in Cazenovia. Burial will be in St. James
Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Tait Funeral
Home, Inc., 2333 Fenner Road, Cazenovia. In lieu of flowers, contributions may
be made to Hospice of CNY. Tait Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Middleton, Kimberley Ehlers   
Middleton August 31, 2004 Kimberley Ehlers Middleton, 40, passed away at home
on Tuesday, August 31, 2004 after a long battle with cancer. Born on April 1,
1964 in Canastota, New York. Beloved wife and soul mate of Robert for over 15
years. Adored mother of Zach, 7, and Jacob, 6; loving daughter of Carol and
Tarzy Paroline, Ron and Char Ehlers. Kimberley leaves behind a legacy of
memories with her many loving, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Your
kindness, love, and laughter will be with us always. Kimberley, with tears in
our eyes and broken hearts, we must say goodbye until we meet again in heaven.
We love and miss you. Your family. A memorial service will be held Friday,
September 10, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at Mary Help of Christians Church, Parkland,
Florida and on Saturday, September 11, 2004 at 10 a.m. at St. Agatha's Church,
Canastota, New York
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Millington, Kaye   
September 6, 2004 Kaye Millington born in Troy, NY and lived most of her life
in Syracuse, NY, where she taught religious studies at Bishop Ludden for 28
years. She was always surrounded by the love of her God, family and friends
and always knew that they were hergreatest blessings. She was a teacher who
loved sharing life with teenagers. Kaye enjoyed being Irish and had a deep
respect for the sisters of St. Joseph. She's now gone bass fishing in the sure
knowledge that she'll actually catch something good this time. Predeceased by
her parents, James and Catherine Millington and sisters, Dolores Ann Renaldi
and Marion Wedro. Survived by her brother-in-law, Renaldo (Lindy) Renaldi; two
nephews, Stephen J. Renaldi and his wife, Sandy, and James Wedro; four nieces,
Kim Singleton and her husband, Russell, Tina Facteau, Christine O'Bayly and
Jill Wedro; her companion, Mary Ellen Shirtz, CSJ, and her family; several
great-nephews and nieces and four lifetime friends, Ann and Joseph Roos and
Nancy and Robert Peet. Services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at Edward J. Ryan
Funeral Home, 1628 W. Genesee Street, Syracuse and at 10 a.m. at Holy Family
Church, Fairmount where a funeral Mass will be celebrated. Friends may call
from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. A memorial service will also be held at
the Assumption Patio in Troy, NY and the burial will follow at St. Mary's
Cemetery in Troy. Contributions may be made to the sisters of Joseph of
Carondolet, 365 Watervliet-Shaker Rd., Latham, NY 12110 or to the charity of
your choice.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Mullin, Alice Brennan   
September 3, 2004 Alice Brennan Mullin, 87, formerly of Woodstock, IL, and the
Syracuse area, died Friday, September 3, 2004 at Fort Atkinson Memorial
Hospital in Wisconsin. She was born July 13, 1917 in Marcellus, NY to Jack and
Agnes Tierney Brennan. She married G. Clyde Mullin, on August 5, 1946. They
owned and operated greenhouses and a retail flower shop in Syracuse. They were
members of the Syracuse Florists' Club, New York State Flower Growers, and the
FTD. She was active in the Merrick School PTA and the Girl Scouts. In 1971,
she and her husband retired to their lake home in Skaneateles, NY. She held a
supervisory position at a four-star restaurant in Skaneateles until her move
to the Midwest in 1984 to be with her daughter, Kathleen and her husband,
Mike. For the past sixteen years, she lived in Woodstock and enjoyed many
activities there including the Fun Timers and the Over Fifty Club. A
communicant of St. Mary's Church, she was a volunteer with the auxiliary. In
her later years, she enjoyed boat rides with her family, and the companionship
of Mr. Luke, a certified therapy dog, who continued his work at the Black Hawk
Senior Residence in Fort Atkinson where she last resided. Her husband of 33
years, G. Clyde Mullin; and her sister, Agnes Brennan Wood, preceded her in
death. Survivors include her daughter, Kathleen Mullin Hoar of Whitewater, WI;
a niece, Mary Wood Mathewson, of North Syracuse, NY, and nephews, David J. and
John F. Wood, both of Syracuse, NY. Calling hours are 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at
Ryan Funeral Home, 44 East Main St., Marcellus. A prayer service will be 9
a.m. Friday from Ryan Funeral Home, followed by her funeral mass being
celebrated 9:30 a.m. in St. Francis Xavier Church, Marcellus. Burial will be
in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Marcellus. Ryan Funeral Home Marcellus, NY
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Nye, Vera H.   
September 5, 2004 Vera H. Nye, 86, of Wolcott, died on September 5, 2004. She
was predeceased by her husband Carl F. Nye Sr. and brothers, Walter and
Charles Hall. She is survived by her two sons, Alan H. Nye of Scottsville and
Carl F. (Suzanne) Nye of AZ; grandchildren, Angela (Jeremy) Benton of NH,
Derek Nye of GA, Jason Nye of NC, Andrew Nye of Rochester, and Christa Mullin
of AZ; great-grandchildren, Nathan and Christopher Benton; nieces, Mavis
Bahksh, Maricia Hall, Malva Boos; and many friends in the Wolcott area.
Especially missed by Kathleen Nye and dear friend Betsy Hasenauer. A memorial
service will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Wolcott Baptist Church. In
lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Wolcott Baptist Church.
Arrangements made by the Colvin-Robertson-Norton Funeral Home, Wolcott.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Ponza, Esther (Del Sole)   
September 6, 2004 Esther Ponza, 88, of Solvay, passed away Monday at Crouse
Hospital. Born in Anagni, Italy, she came to Solvay in 1964. She was a sewing
machine operator at Gladding and Ranger for 10 years, retiring in 1976. She
was a communicant of St.Cecilia's Church. She was predeceased by her husband,
Sante in 1995 and her son, Orlando in 1999. Survivors: two sons and
daughters-in-law, Vincenzo and Maria Ponza and Enzo and Emily Ponza, both of
Solvay; daughter-in-law, Angela; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren,
several nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted at 8:15 a.m. Friday in
Bagozzi Twins Funeral Home and 9 a.m. in St. Cecilia's Church, where a funeral
mass will be celebrated. Entombment will be in Woodlawn Mausoleum. Calling
hours are Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 2601 Milton Ave.
Contributions may be made to St. Cecilia's Food Pantry, 1001 Woods Rd.,
Solvay, NY 13209.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Purdy, Theresa R.   
September 5, 2004 Theresa R. Purdy, 53, of Cortland, passed away September 5,
2004. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2004, at the
Wright-Beard Funeral Home, 9 Lincoln Ave., Cortland. Friends are invited to
call Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Riley, Mikeal "Blue Goose"   
September 5, 2004 Mikeal "Blue Goose" Riley, 62, of 107 McAllister Ave.,
passed away Sunday at Crouse Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born in
Early Branch, South Carolina and lived in Syracuse for 37 years. Mikeal was an
employee of CrouseHinds. His son, Leonardo Peyton died in 1990 and his
brother, Thomas Lee Riley died in 1968. Survivors: His fiance, Lenora Swift;
daughters, Debra Peyton of Troy, Sharon and Rebecca Riley both of Syracuse;
sons, Michael (Valirie) Riley, Jr. of North Carolina and Mathew Michael Riley
of Syracuse; sisters, Wilhemina and Ella Mae Riley both of Hardeeville. SC;
brothers, Mack W., Toney Jr., James R. (Ruby), Judson A. (Kathy) Riley all of
Hardeeville, SC, Ellison L. (Ruby) Riley of Pensacola, FL, and Wilbur Riley of
San Diego; CA; 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchildren. Services: Calling
hours Thursday 4 to 8 p.m. at FARONE & SON. Burial in Early Branch South
Carolina.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Ripka, Edward F.   
September 5, 2004 Edward Francis Ripka of Cleveland, NY, formerly of Syracuse,
died peacefully at home on Sunday, September 5, 2004. Born on September 23,
1913 in Utica, the oldest son of Kostanty and Maryanna Zarnoch Ripka, Ed was
raised in East Syracuse. He could recall his early years when the family lived
on the Erie Canal at Headson's Landing (corner of Thompson Road and Erie
Boulevard, East). His uncle owned Ripka's Dance Hall located near Greenway and
Burnet Avenues. Ed served in the U.S. Army in World War II in Germany and
Italy and was a member of the 751 Tank Battalion and the 718th Railway
Operation Battalion of Company C. He enjoyed a 33-year civilian career as a
railroad brakeman, retiring from Penn Central in 1978. Ed was an excellent
golfer and played until he wad 80 years old. He was a life-member of the
Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and the United Transportation Union.
Ed was predeceased by his wife, Anne J. Ripka in 1995. His brothers, Chester
and Stanley Ripka, and sister, Adele Schumann, also predeceased him. Ed is
survived by his daughter, Adria T. Ripka of North Syracuse; sons, Michael W.
(Diana) Brown of Camillus, and Jeffrey J. (Patti) Brown of Tipperary Hill; six
grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; beloved brother-in-law, Walter
Melnick and sister-in-law, Rose McGrory, both of Tipperary Hill; and
sister-in-law, Grace Ripka of East Syracuse; many nieces and nephews. Services
will be 8:15 a.m. Friday from the Macko-Vassallo Funeral Home and 9 a.m. in
the St. Matthew's Catholic Church in East Syracuse. Burial will be in the
Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday 4
to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 1609 W. Genesee St. Contributions may be made
to the Wanderers' - Rest Humane Association, Inc., P.O. Box 535, Canastota, NY
13032.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.
Scruton, Rose M.   
September 6, 2004 Rose M. Scruton, 82, of Oswego, died September 6, 2004.
Surviving: daughters, Gloria Casey, Beatrice Furletti, Sandra Hudson; sons,
John and Daniel Scruton; six brothers and sisters. Services 2 p.m. Friday,
Oswego Center United Methodist Church. Calling 1 to 2 p.m. prior to service.
Nelson Funeral Home has arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Sgroi, Mary A. (Underwood)   
September 5, 2004 Mary A. (Underwood) Sgroi, 87, formerly of North Main St.
Extension, Canastota (Messenger's Bay), died Sunday at Sunnyside Care Center,
East Syracuse, following a lengthy illness. Mary was predeceased by her first
husband, Robert J. Underwood Sr. in 1969, and her second husband Samuel G.
Sgroi in 1999, a son William P. Underwood in 1976, and two brothers, William
Taylor and Robert Taylor. Survivors: one son and his companion, Robert J.
Underwood Jr. and Nancy LaDuke of Bridgeport; two grandchildren, Erin
Underwood and Robert J. Underwood, III. Services 10 a.m. Friday, September 10,
2004, at the J. Homer Ball Funeral Home, Inc., Canastota. Burial Oakwood
Cemtery, Syracuse. Calling hours Thursday (tomorrow) from 4 to 7 p.m. at the
funeral home, 201 James Street, Canastota. Contributions: Greater Lennox
Ambulance Service, PO Box 382, Canastota, NY 13032, or the Madison County
Office for the Aging, Inc., 138 Dominick Bruno Blvd., Canastota, NY 13032. J.
HOMER BALL FUNERAL HOME, INC. Canastota 697-2294
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Stefanak, Adelaide   
September 6, 2004 Adelaide Stefanak, 78, of Stryker Homes, Auburn, died
Monday, September 6, 2004 at the Finger Lakes Center for Living. She is
survived by her sons, Edward and his wife, Kathleen, Ronald and David; her
grandchildren, Amy Stackhouse, Edward Jr., Brian and Lindsey Stefanak; her
great-grandchildren, Sydney, Madelyn and Hunter and her sister, Eleanor Moore.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the White Chapel Funeral
Home, 197 South St., Auburn. Calling hours Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. Donations
St. Nicholas Church, 28 Cross St., Auburn.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Stone, Charles J.   
September 5, 2004 Charles J. Stone, 53, of Danville, Virginia, died Sunday in
Hannibal. Born in Auburn, he had resided in the Martville area most of his
life before moving to Danville 10 years ago. He worked as a self-employed
heavy equipment operator and for Warrco, Inc. construction company. He was a
member of Grace Fellowship Baptist Church in Danville. Surviving are his wife,
Clue Stone of Danville, VA; four children, Angela (Richard) Stabinsky of
Auburn, Charles Stone Jr. of Danville, VA, Levi Stone of Auburn and Daniel
Mullins of Quincy, FL; three grandchildren, Morgan, Eric and Mason Stabinsky
all of Auburn; six sisters, Janet Peacock of Pelham, NC, Glenna Downey and
Christine Strong both of Afton, Maxcine Young of Randleman, NC, Valencia
Barron of Auburn and Dorothy Cox of Greensboro, NC; several nieces and
nephews. Services will be held 1 p.m. Friday at Foster Funeral Home, Hannibal.
Burial at Martville Cemetery, Martville. Calling hours are 4 to 7 p.m.
Thursday at Foster Funeral Home, 837 Cayuga Street, Hannibal. In lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to his wife, Clue Stone, 1218A County Route
3, Hannibal, NY, 13074. Foster Funeral Home, Inc. Fulton - Hannibal
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Thomson, Roy I.   
September 7, 2004 Roy I. Thomson, 84, formerly of West Avenue, Canastota, died
Tuesday, at the New York State Home for Veterans, Oxford, following a lengthy
illness. Services 2 p.m. Friday, September 10, 2004, at the J. Homer Ball
Funeral Home, Inc., Canastota. Burial, Whitelaw Cemetery. Calling hours
Thursday (tomorrow), from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home, 201 James Street,
Canastota. J. HOMER BALL FUNERAL HOME, INC. Canastota 697-2294
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Villency, Charles   
September 6, 2004 Charles Villency, 97, of Stamford, CT, died September 6,
2004. He was a reporter for various newspapers and publications including the
Syracuse Herald-Journal from 1934- 1941. He served two and one-half years as
an army reporter in England, France and Germany. Survived by his wife of 55
years, Mignon; their two daughters, Roxanne Rosenthal of Great Neck, NY, and
Lynn V. Cohen of Stamford, CT; a daughter Dr. Ruth V. Small of Fayetteville,
NY, by his first wife, the former Ruth Small who died in 1943; and four
grandchildren. Predeceased by his brother Maurice Villency and two sisters,
Ann Goodman and Etta Edelstein. A private burial was held at Beth El Cemetery,
Stamford, CT.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Walsh, Francis Joseph   
August 11, 2004 Francis Joseph Walsh, 75, of Corea, ME and Pawleys Island, SC,
passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at a Bangor hospital. He was born
October 24, 1928 in Syracuse, NY, the son of Edmond and Lavina (Schoeneck)
Walsh. On October 14, 1950 he married Louellen (DeDell) Walsh in the church of
St. John the Baptist in Syracuse, NY. He was a graduate of North High School
and also Syracuse University, College of Business Administration. While a
resident of Corea, he served as assessor for seven years. In addition to his
wife, he is survived by a son, Daniel of Pawleys Island, SC; and a daughter
and her husband, Kathleen and Dr. Vincent MacAndrew and their three sons,
Michael, Ross and Bryce all of East Greenwich, RI. He also leaves two sisters,
Sister Margaret Agnes of the Franciscan Convent in Syracuse, and Mrs. Lucretia
Smith of Rochester, NY. He was predeceased by a brother, Edmond; and his
daughter, Mary Lucille Walsh. Private services will be held at a later date in
East Greenwich. Gifts in Fran's memory may be sent to Hospice of Hancock
County, 14 McKenzie Ave., Ellsworth, ME 04605. A service of Brookings-Smith,
133 Center St., Bangor.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Whitman-Gilcher, Sheilah   
September 6, 2004 Sheilah Whitman-Gilcher, 61, of DeWitt, NY, died at home on
Monday, September 6, 2004. Sheilah was born in Syracuse, NY, and graduated
from Cazenovia Central School. She attended Potsdam University and Susquehanna
University. She is survived by her husband, Peter M. Gilcher of DeWitt, NY;
two daughters, Wendy (Whitman) Reich and husband Stephen of Cooperstown, NY,
Robin (Whitman) Gara and husband Brian of Cazenovia, NY; and one son, Todd K.
Whitman of Alexandria, VA; one brother, William Wallace of New Mexico; and
five grandchildren. Services: Calling hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on
Thursday, September 9, at Tait Funeral Home 2333 Fenner Road in Cazenovia, NY.
A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held Friday, September
10, at 2 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church on Albany Street in Cazenovia,
NY. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice of
CNY at 990 7th North St., Liverpool, NY 13088 or SPCA, 5878 East Molloy Rd.,
Mattydale, NY 13211. Tait Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.

Wrobel, Sophie Rosalie   
August 29, 2004 Sophie Rosalie Wrobel, 90, of Solvay, NY, passed away August
29, 2004. Sophie was a banquet waitress at the Hotel Syracuse. She is a
communicant of St. Cecilia's Church, Solvay. Sophie was predeceased by her
husband Joseph Wrobel and her son Joseph. Survived by daughter, Rosalie (Ted)
Wrobel of Farmington, NY; grandchildren, Daniel Fafinski and Becky (Eric)
Feistel, both of Farmington, NY; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial
Mass: 9 a.m. Saturday, September 11, 2004, St. Cecilia's Church, Solvay.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard from 9/8/2004 - 9/10/2004.

Zamiarski, Mary J.   
September 5, 2004 Mary Jane Zamiarski, 76, of Camillus, died Sunday at home. A
lifetime resident of Camillus, she graduated from Solvay High School in 1945.
Mary was employed as manager of accounts payable for Dey Bros. for 42 years,
until retiring in1988. She was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church and was a
rosary maker. Surviving are her sister, Wanda Dulian of Camillus; nieces,
Jeanne Walewski and Sharon (Gary) Mastroeni, both of Camillus; nephew, Robert
Dybas of Camillus; and great-niece, Lauren Mastroeni of Camillus. She was
predeceased by her sisters Genevieve (Alexander) Walewski (1976) and Irene
(Walter) Dybas (1986) and also by her brother-in-law, Walter Dulian in 1990.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee
St., Camillus, and at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church, where a funeral Mass
will be celebrated. Friends may call Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral
home. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Geddes. Contributions may be
made to Hospice of Central New York, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY
13088 or to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/8/2004.