OBITS: The Post-Standard 5 Jan 2005; Syracuse, Onondaga co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for USGenWeb Archives *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: The Post-Standard http://www.syracuse.com Alexander, Julia E. January 2, 2004 Julia E. Alexander, 95, formerly of Grant Boulevard, died on Sunday at the Eastern Star Home in Oriskany. She retired in 1971 after 22 years with Crouse Hinds Company. She was a member of the Eastwood Baptist Church, Eastern Star Bona Fide Chapter 567, and was Color Bearer for 26 years. She is survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services are noon Thursday at the Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral Home. Burial is in White Chapel Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Eastern Star Home or Pounder Hall in Oriskany. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Baker, Wilma J. January 3, 2005 Wilma J. Baker, 96, of New Hartford, NY, formerly of Parish, NY, died Monday. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Parish and the Puritan Chapter #165 O.E.S. Parish, NY. Survivors: One son, Paul Baker, Pulaski, NY; two daughters, Barbara Munroe, Albany, Oregon, Beverly Baker, New Hartford, NY; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be 3 p.m. Friday from the Harter Funeral Home, 2983 West Main St., Parish, NY. Spring burial will be in Pleasant Lawn Cemetery, Parish, NY. Visitation will be held 1 to 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Bamerick, Eugene G. January 3, 2005 Eugene G. Bamerick, 88, died Monday at University Hospital. Born in Jamesville to William and Anna McLaughlin Bamerick, he had resided in Mattydale since 1949. He attended the Syracuse University School of Forestry, and during WW II was a sergeant in the Army Air Corps. He retired as Assistant Superintendent for Solvay Process. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, the former Loretta DeCoursey; a son, Robert J. Young of Summerville, SC; two grandchildren, Jennifer Francis of South Carolina and Todd Young of Manlius; four great-grandchildren, Noelle and John Francis and Jacob and Gabriel Young; and a sister-in-law, Norma Bamerick of Jamesville. Services will be at the convenience of the family at Fergerson Funeral Home, 215 South Main St. North Syracuse with Rev. John S. Finnegan officiating. Burial will be in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Fayetteville. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Bevacqua, Mary January 4, 2005 Mary Bevacqua, 94, formerly of 123 W. 3rd St., Fulton, died at Lorretto Nursing Home, Oswego. She was born in New York City and has been a resident of Fulton for most of her life. She retired from Birdseye, Fulton. She was a communicant of Holy Family Church and an avid bingo player. She was predeceased by her husband Louis Bevacqua, her daughter Sister Mary Louise, and her great-grandson Stephen Thomas. She is survived by her daughter Constance (Phillip) DeSantis of Oswego; her sister Jean Mihalek of Fulton; five grandchildren, Phillip (Bev) DeSantis, Mark (Sandy) DeSantis, Mary (Bob) Thomas, Francis (Amy) DeSantis, and John DeSantis; and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services 9 a.m. Friday at Holy Family Chapel with Rev. Peter Williams. Burial: St. Mary's Cemetery, Fulton. Calling hours 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Sugar Funeral Home, Inc., 224 W. 2nd St. S., Fulton. Contributions: Stephen G. Thomas Memorial Fund, c/o Mary and Bob Thomas, 118 Kessler Lane, Fayetteville, NY 13066. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Brunell, Professor Robert H. December 22, 2004 Professor Robert H. Brunell, of Auburn, who had just completed the first semester of his 50th year on the Cayuga Community College faculty, died unexpectedly this morning. Brunell, the longest-serving teacher at Cayuga, was also one of the lon-gest-serving in the State University system. With 57-1/2 years of service, his seniority in the state's Teacher Retirement System was exceeded by only one other active employee. Recalling Brunell's notable contributions to the college's first half century, Cayuga Community College president Dennis Golladay said, "A respected, and even revered, figure on campus, Professor Brunell maintained through all his 50 years of teaching the vigor, insight, and intellectual depth for which he was noted. Students flocked to his classes, and he delivered to them not only value and rigor in the classroom, but also his wisdom and guidance as they planned their futures. We will miss him greatly." Born June 5, 1922, in Gardner, Massachusetts, Brunell became a World War II veteran before completing college. A student at Colby College in Waterville, Maine, when the United States entered the war, Brunell was assigned to the U.S. Army intelligence for three years as a French interpreter. His war memories included teaching French to Army troops, participating in the D-Day invasion, action in the Battle of the Bulge, and reconstruction service in Paris. Returning to Colby College after the war, Brunell obtained his bachelor's degree there in 1947 in Foreign Language/English. That same year, he received the French Consulate Award for scholastic ranking in language, and began his teaching career with the Little Falls (New York) Central School. Brunell received his master's degree in Foreign Language/English from Middlebury College in Vermont in 1949. He went on to pursue postgraduate studies in the humanities at Syracuse University, and in the early 1950s, served as a language consultant for the World Language Dictionary. From 1952 to 1954 Brunell taught at the State University College at Oswego. In 1954 he joined the English faculty of the year-old Auburn Community College (later to become Cayuga Community College). He remained a full-time member of the college faculty for the rest of his life, and also served as chair of the English department, professor of German, French, and Spanish, member and chair of countless committees, and dean of student personnel. In 1961, he authored the college's first self-study report required for initial accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Among the Cayuga student organizations he advised were Phi Theta Kappa, the Collegian newspaper, Nainrubua yearbook, and student government. A mentor to many students, he organized study groups, research projects, and writing experiences to assist and challenge them. The college's unofficial historian, Brunell supplied considerable first-hand knowledge for Cayuga's semicentennial celebration in 2003-4. When asked about facts from the college's past, he often remarked, "Remember? Of course - I was there." He served as the College's commencement speaker in 1974 and 2001. Brunell garnered a number of local, statewide, and national honors during his tenure at Cayuga, including National Outstanding Educator in America award in 1973 and other years SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching in 1974 Cayuga Community College Faculty Award for Excellence in 1991 Resolution by the New York State Legislature in 1994 in recognition of 40 years' service on Cayuga Community College faculty Honorary alumnus award from the Auburn/Cayuga Community College Alumni Association in 2001 Colby College's Alumni Outstanding Educator Award for 2002-3 The inaugural SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Faculty Service in 2004, in recognition of his half-century of service to the College, its students and staff, and the local community In addition, the Cayuga County Legislature proclaimed May 20, 2001, "Robert H. Brunell Day" in Cayuga County. In 2003 Brunell received a citation from his hometown alma mater, Gardner (Massachusetts) Public Schools, for Educational Excellence and Significant Lifetime Achievements. That same year, he was honored by the Experience Works program at a ceremony at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. And at the 2003 New York State Fair, Senator Hillary Clinton honored Brunell as New York State's Most Outstanding Older Worker. A lifelong interest in music and the arts kept Brunell active in the community. An accomplished crafter, he regularly displayed his work at the college's annual crafts festival. The Key of C, a local musical quartet founded in 1971 and directed by Brunell, performed at the Willard Chapel for New York State Tourism Bureau radio spots. Just days before his death, the Key of C entertained the residents of Schwartz Towers, a senior citizen housing complex. Brunell also played the organ professionally at St. Luke's United Church of Christ in Auburn, along with other area churches and community events. This December he entertained at the annual holiday open house held by the Seward House. Between academic years at the college, Brunell spent his summers in Arlington, Vermont, near his beloved Green Mountains. A favorite companion was his cherished golden retriever, Apollo, who died in 2003. Brunell was predeceased in 1980 by his wife, Catherine Clark Brunell. He is survived by his son, Lee H. Brunell, and daughter-in-law, Martha Gay, of Virginia; his daughter, Rev. Martha Brunell, of Missouri; and his grandchildren, Nathan and Scott Brunell and Amanda and Molly Mehl. His passing is mourned by colleagues and close longtime friends Dr. Linda Ann Townsend and the Townsend family of Auburn, and Cayuga professor John Harty and his wife, Jane. Professor Brunell was proud of his love of learning and academic excellence, and he bequeathes this legacy to his colleagues, students, alumni, and friends at Cayuga Community College and the greater local community. Funeral arrangements will be through Heieck-Pelc Funeral Home, 42 East Genesee Street, Auburn. At the deceased's request, no calling hours will be held. The college will schedule a public memorial service during the spring semester. Memorial contributions may be made to Cayuga County Community College Foundation, Inc., to establish Professor Brunell's scholarship fund, 197 Franklin St., Auburn, NY 13021. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Buckman Lawrence, Elizabeth Martin "Betty" Buckman Lawrence January 2, 2005 Elizabeth (Betty) Martin Buckman Lawrence, age 91, of Yakima, died peacefully January 2, 2005. Betty was born in New York City on December 19, 1913. She lived briefly in Utica, NY, then the family settled in Syracuse, NY.Betty attended business school in Syracuse and had a long career as a legal secretary. She was employed by Bond, Schoeneck & King Law Firm. She was then appointed a Supreme Court Stenographer for the State of NY and worked there many years. Betty married George Thomas Lawrence on February 26, 1941 in Syracuse, NY. George preceded her in death in 1973. She was also preceded in death by her brother and one grandson, Joshua Birdwell. Betty was an active member of Eastern Star in New York. She enjoyed fishing and the Seattle Mariners. She was seldom without handwork, knitting, crochet, needlepoint, smocking, etc. She was an active member of the Episcopal church all her life. She attended St. Timothy's in Yakima where she volunteered at the PlaidDoor. Betty received a 10-year plaque from Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital for her years of volunteer service. Betty is survived by her three children, Tom (Janice) Lawrence of Eatonton, Georgia, Joan Lawrence of Yakima and Libby (Allen) Birdwell of Des Moines, Iowa; along with 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Lois Ketchum of Syracuse, NY and nephews and their families. Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Alban's Episcopal Church. Burial will be in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Dewitt. Contributions to St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 1308 Meadowbrook Dr., Syracuse 13224. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Burdick, Ethel M. January 2, 2005 Ethel M. Burdick, 71, of Oswego, NY, died Sunday. Survived by one daughter, Penny Burdick, Central; two sons, Walter Burdick, Kentucky, Randy Burdick, New Orleans, LA; four grandchildren; three brothers, Louis Skilinski, Mexico, Thomas Skilinskis, Mexico, Joseph Skilinskis, New Haven; four sisters, Helen Southland, Phoenix, Pearl Cone, Mexico, Kathy Hedden, Florida, Jo Etta Ragland, California. Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Friday from the Harter Funeral Home, Mexico, NY. Spring burial will be in Roosevelt Cemetery. Friends may call 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 9 Washington Ave., Mexico, NY. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Burke, Thomas J. December 31, 2004 Thomas J. Burke, 71, of San Antonio, TX, longtime resident of Colorado Springs, CO, and formerly of Syracuse, NY, died Friday. He was born in Syracuse to Michael and Florence Burke of Westvale, and retired from Pro-tech Images of Colorado Springs. He graduated from St. Patrick High School and Le Moyne College. Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Mary Holmes Burke; eight children, Michael J. Burke, Cheyenne, WY, Mary B. Archer, Roanoke Rapids, NC, Elizabeth B. Lentz, Allentown, PA, Brigid M. Burke McWeeney, Potomac Falls, VA, Thomas J. Burke Jr., San Ramone, CA, Timothy J. Burke, Raleigh, NC, Helen B. Flores, San Antonio, TX, and Joseph M. Burke, Albuquerque, NM; two sisters, Mary Keefe, Rochester and Helen Burke, Syracuse; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services: 10 a.m. Friday at St. Patrick Church, Syracuse. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt. Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Tindall Funeral Home, 1921 W. Genesee Street, Syracuse, NY 13204. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Healing Place of Wake County, 1251 Goode Street, Raleigh, NC 27603. TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Candela, Ellamae Wooding December 29, 2004 A Memorial Service for Ellamae Candela will be conducted Friday, January 7, 2005 in Andrews Memorial United Methodist Church, 106 Church Street, North Syracuse, NY. There will be a luncheon to follow. Williams Funeral Home, Cicero, are in charge of arrangements. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Coffin III, Louis F. "Chip" December 30, 2004 Louis F. (Chip) Coffin III of Mountain View, CA, and Skaneateles, died at age 48 on December 30. Chip was raised in Schenectady and spent summers on Skaneateles Lake. He received a BS in electrical engineering from Worcester Polytechnic In-stitute in Massachusetts. He leaves his loving wife, Susan; his daughter, Samantha; his parents, Mary and Lou Coffin; seven devoted siblings and their spouses, John Coffin, Sally Fitzgerald, Laurie Koch, Bob Coffin, Patsy Coffin, Debby Higgins, and Maggie Sharkey. Services will be held January 8 in Menlo Park and at a later date in Skaneateles. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Davis, Joanne W. January 3, 2005 Joanne M. Wilbur Davis, 66, of Baldwinsville, died Monday at Community-General Hospital. She was a life-resident of Baldwinsville and a member of the Baldwinsville First Baptist Church. Joanne was a 1956 graduate of Baker High School and a retired employee of Seneca Federal Savings & Loan Association, Baldwinsville. She was predeceased by her husband, James L. Davis in 1978. Survivors: four sons, James A. and his wife, Ami of Lapeer, MI, Robert J. and his wife, Suzanne of Massena, Jeffery O. of Baldwinsville, Timothy H. of Solvay and his fiance, Emma Bragg; three grandchildren, Ross, Raechel and Ryan; three cousins, Barbara Walser, Eleanor Boisey and Warren Weller and many close friends that supported her throughout her life. Services: 11 a.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church, 22 Syracuse St., Baldwinsville. Burial in Riverview Cemetery. Calling hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer Street. Contributions: First Baptist Church of Baldwinsville. Falardeau Funeral Home FalardeauFH.com Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Dewan, William M. January 3, 2005 William M. Dewan, 74, of Syracuse, died Monday at the VA Medical Center. Services Wednesday 11 a.m. at the Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements by Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Fabrizio, Sister Donata January 3, 2005 Sister Donata Fabrizio, 98, died on Monday, January 3, 2005 at Wilson Convent, 1024 Court St., Syracuse, NY. Sister was born in Solvay, NY to the late Rocco Fabrizio and Filomena Cappucci and named Lucy Fabrizio. She entered theSisters of St. Francis on November 1, 1930 and professed Final Vows on August 26, 1936. Sister ministered to the Sisters in various convents in New Jersey and New York. Sister is survived by a brother, Frank and sister-in-law, Anne Fabrizio and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 5, 2005 at St. Anthony Motherhouse Chapel at 1024 Court St., Syracuse NY. Burial in Assumption Cemetery will follow an 8:30 a.m. Farewell Service on Thursday January 6, 2005 in the Motherhouse Chapel. Calling hours are Wednesday, January 5, 2005 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Motherhouse, 1024 Court St., Syracuse, NY. Contributions: Sisters of St. Francis Retirement Fund, 2500 Grant Blvd., Syracuse, NY 13208. TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Ferrara, Marian December 31, 2004 Marian Ferrara, 90, formerly of Camillus, died Friday in Belmont, California. She spent the early years of her life raising her children and then worked as a bookkeeper at her husband's business. Marian was active in the Salvation Army Women'sAuxiliary where she worked with the youth services committee. She also did volunteer work at St. Joseph's Church in Camillus. Surviving are her four sons, Dr. Edward (Linda) of Michigan, Dr. Paul (Dale) of Virginia, Richard (Alice) of Florida and Dr. James (Cory) of California; one daughter, Mary (John) Wyatt of East Syracuse; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by Edward, her husband of 66 years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph's Church. Burial will be in Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements are by Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Matthew's School Tuition Fund, 214 Kinne St., E. Syracuse, NY 13057 or to Alzheimer's Association of CNY, 441 W. Kirkpatrick St., Syracuse, NY 13204. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Geiger, Jane E. January 3, 2005 Jane Easton Geiger, 85, a 30-year resident of Hilton Head Island, SC, died Monday at the Hilton Head Regional Medical Center. She was born in Atlantic City, NJ, and was the daughter of the late Ellen Busby Easton and George Easton. She was a registered nurse and served in The China, Burma, India Theatre during World War II as a captain in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps. Mrs. Geiger was an avid golfer and a founding member of Bear Creek Golf Club. She is survived by six children and their spouses, Dr. Lynn Geiger and Robert Stevens, Reed X. and Jane Geiger, Jan G. and William O'Neil, and Kris and Karen Geiger, all of Hilton Head Island, Carl E. Geiger of Syracuse, NY, and William L. and Patricia Geiger of Martinez, GA; grandchildren, Carl, Drew, Woody and Miriam Stevens, Alexandria and Samantha Geiger, Lauren Geiger, Julie and Kristopher Geiger, and Hanabi Geiger; two sisters, Sara E. Sheetz of Walport, OR, and Ethel E. Sheetz of Egg Harbor, NJ; a brother, William L. Easton Jr. of Eugene, OR; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Hilton Head Island. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross, Palmetto Chapter, Post Office Box 1450, Bluffton, SC 29910. The Island Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Haman, Christopher "Chris" Haman January 4, 2005 R. Christopher "Chris" Haman, age 38, of North Syracuse, NY, died Tuesday at home as a result of a sudden heart attack. Mr. Haman was born in Syracuse, NY, the son of the late Arnold and Meroe Walrath Haman. He was a mechanic.Chris graduated from North Syracuse High School and attended BOCES, and was self educated on a wide variety of topics. Mr. Haman was a member of North Syracuse Baptist Church. In addition to caring for his mother, Chris had a passion for fishing and restoring vintage cars, and was an avid auto race fan. He recently designed his garage into a work area for antique furniture restoration. He was a regular volunteer for WCNY Tel-Auc. Chris was generous in helping others and had much compassion. He is survived by his mother, Meroe Haman of N. Syracuse; one sister, Kathryn Zanatta of North Syracuse, NY; two brothers, Mark Haman of CA, David Haman of CA; one niece; two nephews. Friends may call Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Sears - Middleton - Jones Funeral Home, Inc., 209 North Main Street (Rt. 11), North Syracuse, NY. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 p.m. Thursday in the Sears - Middleton - Jones Funeral Home, Inc., North Syracuse. Burial will be in the Virgil Cemetery in the spring. Contributions to NAVAC. SEARS-MIDDLETON-JONES Please sign the guest book at www.searsmiddletonjones.com Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Harvard, Florence Loomis Monday's obituary notice for Florence Loomis Harvard, of Marcellus, who died January 1, 2005, incorrectly stated that her son Harry resides in Alaska. He lives in Arkansas. Arrangements by the Robert D. Gray Funeral Home. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Hayes, Dorothy Failing December 27, 2004 Dorothy Failing Hayes, 104, of the Cayuga County Nursing Home, died Monday, December 27, 2004, at the nursing home. There were no visiting hours. Services and burial will be at 3 Mile Bay Cemetery, Watertown, NY, in the spring. Arrangements are entrusted to the Langham Funeral Home. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Hogan, Anthony F. January 3, 2005 Anthony F. "Chuck" Hogan, 74, of Oswego, died Monday. Survived by one brother, John; and two sisters, Louise Loftus and Ann Prusch all of Oswego; several nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass a time to be announced. No calling hours. Arrangements by Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Martin, Harry December 30, 2004 Harry Martin, 72, of Ridge Road, Georgetown, died December 30, 2004. Surviving: Wife, Ruth; children, Doreen Martin, Kim Worden, and Greg Martin. No services or calling hours. Smith Funeral Home, DeRuyter has arrangements. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. McGarvey, John W. January 3, 2005 John W. McGarvey, 45, of Syracuse, passed away Monday in Crouse Memorial Hospital. John was a life-resident of Syracuse and a US Army Veteran. He was employed by Central NY Developmental Services for over 20 years, most recentlyas a supervisor. John had many hobbies and interests, including golfing, reading, music, family trips, camping and the outdoors. Surviving are his wife of 21 years, the former Rene Deacons; one son, Zachary, of Syracuse; mother, Jeanette McGarvey, of Syracuse; two brothers, Robert Jr. and James, both of Syracuse; several sisters and brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday in Bagozzi Twins Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 2601 Milton Ave., Solvay. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Miller Jr., Harry T. January 1, 2005 Harry T. Miller Jr., 70, of Syracuse, died January 1. Survived by a son Fred; three daughters, Cheryl Litz, Frances Brown, and Dianna Seltzer, all of PA; 17 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. Services Wednesday 2 p.m. at Butler-Badman Funeral Home. Friends may call Wednesday 1 to 2 p.m. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Minasian, Sarah Yerpima January 4, 2005 Sarah Yerpima Minasian, 94 of Kirkville, died peacefully on Tuesday at her home. Born in Devrig, Turkey, she was an assembler, with L.C. Smith Typewriter Company for over 35 years. Mrs. Minasian was a member of St. John the Bap-tist Armenian Church and the Armenian Relief Society. Her husband, Agishe predeceased her in 1984. She is survived by her brother, Paul (Beverly) of Syracuse; and nephews, Tim and Roy; nieces, Laura, Althea and Sandra. Friends may call 10 a.m to 1 p.m. Friday at the Greenleaf Funeral Home, Inc., 503 W. Onondaga Street, Syracuse. Burial at the Oakwood-Morningside Cemetery. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Mossien, Mary G. January 3, 2005 Mary G. Mossien, 82, formerly of Brighton Towers, died Monday at the home of her daughter, Mary Ann. Mary was born in Long Beach, CA, moved to Oahu, Hawaii where she lived until age 14 and then moved to Brooklyn, NY.She had lived in the Syracuse area for 12 years. She was a graduate of Erasmus Hall High School in Brooklyn, NY and Heffly Business School. She worked for several years at Alpine Reality in Brooklyn. She was a volunteer at Community General Hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward A. Mossien in 1991. Mary is survived by two daughters and their husbands, Teddy and Richard Ledda of Long Island and Mary Ann and Gerald Hemmer of Constantia; two sons and their wives, Edward and Lou Ann Mossien of Long Island and Allen and Bridgit Mossien of Glastonbury, CT; one sister, Dorathy Murphy of Rochester; 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services: Thursday, 11:30 a.m. at Ballweg & Lunsford Funeral Home, Syracuse and 12 noon at St. James Church, 4845 S. Salina St., Syracuse where a Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated. Calling Hours: Today, 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 4612 S. Salina Street. Contributions: Oswego County Hospice, 70 Bunner Street, Oswego, NY 13126. Please light a candle in memory of Mary at www.ballweg-lunsford.com Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Norris, Ida Mae January 3, 2005 Ida Mae Norris, of Syracuse, died Monday in Community General Hospital. She was born in Syracuse on Danforth Street to Charles and Della Mae Norris and grew up on the north side. She attended Normal School on Kennedy Street and was a ca-reer educator. Her first teaching position was teaching grades K through 8 in a one-room school in Cicero, NY. She then continued teaching elementary school at both Taft and Prescott schools. She earned her master's degree from Syracuse University, and was principal of Meachum Elementary School for many years, retiring in 1976. Miss Norris was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church for 75 years and more recently joined the Fairmount Community Church. She was also a member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Eastern Star, Retired Teachers' Assoc., and volunteered at Community General Hospital for 25 years. She is survived by her nieces, Sharon Norris Eubanks, Lorraine Brassington, and Barbara Windt of California; seven great-nieces and nephews; a second cousin, Charles and Lenita Chase of Syracuse; and her dear friend, Louise Smith of Syracuse. She was predeceased by her brother, Col. Charles R. Norris, U.S. Army, in 1983. A graveside service will be held at a later date. Contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1600 Park St., Syracuse, NY 13208, or Fairmount Community Church, 4801 W. Genesee St., Syracuse, NY 13219. Barth Funeral Home, McGraw, NY, is in charge of arrangements. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Palmitesso, Frank January 4, 2005 Frank Palmitesso, 89, of Oswego, died Tuesday. Survived by his wife Evelyn; a daughter Carmella McDougall of Scriba; two sons, Carlo of Sterling and Paul of Oswego. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. There are no calling hours. Arrangements entrusted to Dowdle Funeral Home. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Ryan, Michael E. January 4, 2005 Michael E. Ryan, age 45, of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday at University Hospital. A life-resident of Syracuse, he was a communicant of Our Lady of Pompei Church. He is survived by two sons, Peter A. Ryan and Daniel M. Ryan,both of Syracuse; a daughter, Kelly Ann Ryan of Syracuse; his mother, Ann Stinziano Ryan of Syracuse; a brother, William M. Ryan of Syracuse; a sister, Cynthia A. Markert of N. Syracuse, also one niece; one nephew and several cousins. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, 10 a.m. in the Pirro and Sons Funeral Home, and 10:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Pompei Church. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m., 514 Turtle St., Syracuse. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Ryan Children's Education Fund, c/o Syracuse Fire Dept. Credit Union, PO Box 791, Syracuse, NY 13201. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Secor, Norma December 31, 2004 Norma Secor, 77, passed away Friday, December 31, 2004. Norma was born in Watertown, NY. Norma is survived by her brother Norman Purvis of Red Creek and several nieces and nephews. Services: Private. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Selmser, Frank N. December 30, 2004 Frank N. Selmser, 81, of Woodstock, VT, died Thursday. Survivors: his wife of 53 years, Carol H. Selmser; two daughters, Kathy Gehris and Martha Turner; three grandchildren. Private service will be held at a later date. Contributions: Alzheimer's Assoc., 338 River Rd., Montpelier, VT 05602. Cabot Funeral Home, Woodstock, VT. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Sochia, Jeannette M. January 3, 2005 Jeannette M. Sochia, 76, of Baldwinsville, died Monday at home with her family at her side. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, James R. Sochia Sr.; four daughters, Connie Gross, Linda Sochia, Bonnie Grattonand Kitten Hall; four sons, Donald, Arthur, James Jr. and John; one sister, Clara Dudley; 23 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren. A private service will be held. Contributions may be to Pace CNY, 100 Malta Ln., North Syracuse. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Stinson Jr., George J. January 3, 2005 George J Stinson Jr., 56, died on Monday at Crouse Hospital after a long illness. Survived by longtime companion Laura Mann; daughters, Mindi Stinson, Tamica Stinson and Kristen Lockwood; 10 grandchildren. Calling hours are Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Frasier-Shepardson Funeral Home, 1217 N. Salina Street. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Taber, Catherine L. January 3, 2005 Catherine L. Taber, 83, of 20 N. Beaver St., Jordan, died Monday at Community General Hospital. Born in Marathon, Mrs. Taber lived in DeRuyter before moving to Jordan in 1986. She was a graduate of Cincinnatus High School. She was thewidow of Paul N. Taber who died in 1986. Surviving are her son, Melvin "Mel" (Susan) Taber of Syracuse; a grandson, Jason Taber of Jordan; a granddaughter, Paula Taber (Randy) Pasieka of Guilford, CT; a great-grandson, Joseph Ryan Pasieka; and three stepgranddaughters, Meggan, Marcey, and Morgan Masters of Syracuse. Private services will be at the Bush Funeral Home, 120 E. Main St., Elbridge with Pastor Floyd Duger officiating. Spring burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, DeRuyter. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the DeRuyter Rural Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 265, DeRuyter, NY 13052. BUSH FUNERAL HOME Elbridge 689-6116 Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Villiere, Agnes (Sam) January 1, 2005 Agnes (Sam) Villiere, 90, of Old Forge, passed away Saturday, January 1, 2005 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center. Agnes was born on October 17, 1914 in Syracuse, the daughter of Hugh and Jessie Quinlan McCarthy. In 1983, she married Leo P. Villiere. Agnes was employed with Dr. Kutzer and Dr. Burnett in Syracuse prior to her retirement. She was a member of St. Bartholomew's Church, Old Forge. Surviving are her husband, Leo P. Villiere of Old Forge; one son, George J. Villiere, Gray Lake, NY; four sisters, Marion McCarthy, Kathleen Caliva, Jessie Brown and Margaret Kerrigan; two grandchildren, Jason and Andrea and one great-grandchild, Dakota. She also leaves several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 14, 2005 at 10 a.m. at St. Bartholomew's Church Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery, Old Forge. The Villiere family is being served by Nunn & McGrath Funeral Directors, 470 French Rd., Utica. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Walker, Eugene F. January 2, 2005 Eugene F. Walker, 83, of Westvale, died Sunday at Community Hospital. Gene was born in Scranton, PA, and graduated from Most Holy Rosary School, and was in the first class of LeMoyne College. He was president of Walker & Sons InsuranceAgency, Inc. Gene was Past Grand Knight of Council 4114. He was also a member of the Pastime Club, LeMoyne Alumni Association, the Central NY Notre Dame Club, and the Ancient Order of Hibernians. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Rita; and his children, Sheila (Tom) Barrett, Terri (Steve) Czopp, Gene II (Shirley), Mary Pat (Tom) Bowen, Colleen (Dave) Duendon, Rita (Martin) Demarest, Dan (Mary Lou); 24 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Michael and his wife, Cheryl. Services will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. at the Edward J. Ryan & Son Funeral Home, and 10 a.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Church. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Dewitt. Calling hours will be held Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 3180 Bellevue Ave. Contributions may be made to St. Charles School or to the food pantry. Edward J. Ryan & Son, Inc. 3180 Bellevue Ave. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Watt, Gertrude Fenner January 1, 2005 Gertrude Fenner Watt, 77, of Baldwinsville, passed Saturday, January 1, 2005, at the James Square Nursing Home. She was born and lived most of her life in the Syracuse area. Mrs. Watt was known for her work as an instructor and coach of swim-ming and Red Cross Water Safety programs. She was a founder of an A.A.U. swimming team called the sharks and was an A.A.U. swimming judge and the first recreation director at Radisson in Baldwinsville. Gert was a past president and 7th zone director of the Sons of Norway. Survivors: her husband of 57 years, Frederick E. of Baldwinsville; her sons, Earl (Marianne) of Constantia, Dale (Shirley) of Georgia, and Leslie (Pamela) of North Carolina; one daughter, Janice (Mackay) Bryant of North Carolina; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Services: Friday 7 p.m. at Gates Funeral Home, Inc. Spring burial will be held in Tully at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be held Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 29 West Genesee Street, Baldwinsville. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Wilson, George A. January 3, 2005 George A. Wilson, 61, of East Syracuse, died suddenly at Crouse Hospital. He resided in East Syracuse all his life and James Square the past 10 years. He graduated from East Syracuse High School. He was General Superintendent of Oot Broth-ers, Inc. over 30 years. He enjoyed golf, bowling, camping, and snowmobiling. He served in the Army. Survivors: his wife of 24 years, Norma; children, Kimberly (Joel) Staab, Georgette (Kevin) Crawford, Kristina (Mario) Tamilia, Joseph (Dona) Falciatano, Cherie Lynn Falciatano, and Debra Falciatano; a brother, Jack (Nancy) Bleskoski; and 12 grandchildren. Funeral Services: 10 a.m. Friday at the First United Church of East Syracuse. Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Russell H. Schepp & Son Funeral Home, 109 East Ave., Minoa. Contributions: James Square Resident Benefit League, 918 James St., Syracuse, NY 13203. RUSSELL H. SCHEPP & SON Minoa 656-3132 Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Wynn, Ruth I. January 3, 2005 Ruth I. Wynn, 89, of Brewerton, passed away Monday at Seneca Manor Nursing Home. Ruth was a native of Syracuse and had resided in Brewerton and Central Square for 49 years. She is predeceased by her husband, Ralph Wynn in 1973 and daughter, Nancy R. Estes in 2003. She is survived by her son, Frederick Estes of Thailand; and son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Kathleen Estes of California; three grandchildren, John, Charles Estes and Melissa Ribera all of California; four great-grandchildren; brother, William Blowers; sisters, Bertha Cole and Betty Brown all of NY; many nieces and nephews. Ruth's graveside service will be Friday at 1 p.m. at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Dewitt. Arrangements entrusted to Traub Funeral Home, Inc. Central Square, NY Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Yerton, Hubert January 3, 2005 Hubert Yerton, 84, of Utica, formerly of Earlville, NY, died Monday. There will be no calling hours or services. Interment will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 10 South Main St., Sherburne, NY. Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005. Yost, Frances Ellison December 25, 2004 Frances Ellison Yost, 99, of Schuyler Rd., Marietta, died Saturday, December 25, peacefully at home with her family. She was a native of Elkland, PA. She lived in the Syracuse area for more than 50 years. She was a graduate of Keuka Collegeand attended Syracuse University for her master's degree. She taught school in New York City, Corning, and North Syracuse school systems. She was a featured writer for the Elmira Star Gazette and had a lifelong love of learning. She was married to Francis A. Yost who died in 1981. Survivors: daughter Janet (Lawrin) Van Kueren of Marietta; son Raymond A. Yost of Philadelphia, PA; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Memorial Service will be noon Saturday, January 22, 2005, at Skaneateles Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Craig Lindsey officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Pen Yan, NY. Contributions: Skaneateles Presbyterian Church. NORRIS FUNERAL HOME MARCELLUS Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 1/5/2005.