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Barillo, Peter   
March 4, 2005 Peter Barillo, 80, of 137 East 30th St., New York, NY, died
Friday in Veterans Hospital in New York City. He was born in Oswego and
resided most of his life in New York City. He managed several New York City
hotels. Mr. Barillo served during World War II and was wounded in France. He
was the son of the late Vincenzo and Angelina Barillo and was predeceased by
two sisters, Grace King and Frances Brancato, and three brothers: James, John
and Michael Barillo. Mr. Barillo is survived by his wife, Josephine Barillo of
NYC; one brother, Joseph Barillo of Oswego; two sisters, Josephine Barillo of
Oswego and Rose (Thomas) Battista of Oswego; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Tuesday at 9 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, where a Mass
of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. James Cesta. Burial will be in
St. Peter's Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sugar
and Scanlon Funeral Home, 147 West Fourth Street, Oswego.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Begay, Genevieve (Davoli)   
February 5, 2005 Genevicve Davoli Begay, 91, died Saturday in the Birchwood
Health Care Center. A native of Utica, she resided in Syracuse most of her
life and was a communicant of St. Peter's Church. She was formerly employed by
Learbury Clothes for 40 years be-fore retiring in l975. She was a member of
the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America. She is survived by her husband,
John W, Begay; a brother, Raymond J. Davoli of Florida; a sister, Eleanor
Canino of Fayetteville; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be
conducted at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday in Pirro & Sons Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. in
St. Peter's Church. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery. Friends may call at
the funeral home, 5l4 Turtle St., Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. Dignity PIRRO & SONS
FUNERAL HOME 514 Turtle St. 422-2417 4 Generations of Family Service
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Brown, Jessie Ida   
March 5, 2005 Jessie Ida Brown, 91, of Syracuse, died Saturday at St. Joseph's
Hospital. Born in Jamestown, she was a 1934 graduate of RIT in Rochester. She
retired in 1975 as a telephone operator at the Onondaga County Dept. of Public
Works. Mrs. Brownwas a member of Bellevue Heights United Methodist Church,
where she was the communion steward. She also was a member of the United
Methodist Woman and one of its circles. She was the widow of Ralph O. Brown,
who died in 1970. She is survived by four sons: Robert and Charles of
Syracuse, Ralph of Baldwinsville and Richard of Hutchinson, Kansas. Services:
11 a.m. Tuesday at Bellevue Heights United Methodist Church. Family will greet
friends at 10:30 a.m. prior to services. Interment will be in White Chapel
Memory Gardens, Dewitt. Contributions: Bellevue Heights United Methodist
Church, 2112 S. Geddes St., Syracuse, NY 13207. Greenleaf Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Cagnina, S. Daniel   
March 4, 2005 S. Daniel Cagnina, 80, of Kirkville, passed away on Friday. Born
in Medway, MA, he graduated from Bridgewater State University. He served with
the U.S. Army during WWII. Dan was a teacher at East Syracuse-Minoa High
School for over25 years, retiring in 1986. He was a world traveler and an avid
gardener, but above all he was a beloved father. Survivors: three daughters,
Regina Cagnina of Rochester, Christina Cagnina of Kirkville and Kathleen
Cagnina of Florence, Italy; four sisters: Connie Foley, Eleanor Ryan and
Rosemary Cagnina, all of MA, and Jeannette Goodrich of ME; a brother, John
Cagnina of MA; several nieces and nephews. Memorial Services: To be held at a
later date in Massachusetts. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4 to 8
p.m. at the Russell H. Schepp & Son Funeral Home, 109 East Ave., Minoa.
Contributions: St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD 57326. RUSSELL H.
SCHEPP & SON Minoa 656-3132
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Carr, Katherine E.   
March 4, 2005 Katherine E. Harney Carr, 86, of East Syracuse, died Friday at
Francis House. Born in Canton, NY, she attended schools in Ogdensburg.
Katherine was a waitress for the former Jefferson Clinton Hotel for 25 years,
retiring in 1980. She was a member of St. Matthew's Church. Her husband,
Frazer Carr, died in 1980. Survivors: two brothers, Clarence Harney of
Phoenix, NY; and Robert Harney of Jamison, PA; several nieces and nephews. A
memorial service will be held April 16 at 9 a.m. in St. Matthew's Church.
Burial in Parish Rural Cemetery, Watertown. No calling hours. Contributions:
Hospice of CNY, 990 7th North St., Liverpool, NY 13088. Forani & Cline Funeral
Home 206 Kinne Street, E. Syracuse
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Chilton, Anne G.   
March 5, 2005 Anne G. Chilton, 83, died Saturday at Van Duyn Home & Hospital.
Born in Chaumont Bay, she lived in Syracuse for many years. She retired in
2002, at the age of 80, as a coordinator at Dorothy Day House. She was
preceded in death by her husband Jerome in 1985, son Jeremiah in 2000 and
brother Harold Needo. Anne is survived by her daughter, Kathleen (Alan)
Ruskowski of Baldwinsville; two sons, Mark G. (Joanne) Chilton of Geddes and
Matthew J. Chilton of Syracuse; daughter-in-law, Donna Chilton of Chittenango;
five grandchildren: Cheryl, Tracy, Daniel, Rebecca and Carolena; several
great-grandchildren. Services: Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., in St. Anthony of Padua
Church, 1515 Midland Avenue, Syracuse. Burial: Onondaga Valley Cemetery.
Calling Hours: Monday, 4 to 7 p.m., at Ballweg & Lunsford Funeral Home, 4612
S. Salina Street, Syracuse. Contributions: Dorothy Day House, c/o Catholic
Charities, 1654 W. Onondaga Street, Syracuse, NY 13204. Please light a candle
in memory of Anne at www.ballweg-lunsford.com Ballweg & Lunsford Funeral Home
"Helping You make the right choices"
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Clapsaddle, Edward N.   
March 3, 2005 Edward N. Clapsaddle, 95, of W. Seneca St., Vernon, died early
Thursday morning, March 3, 2005, at the Oneida Healthcare Center. Surviving
are one son, Howard, and daughter-in-law Carol Clapsaddle of Jerusalem,
Israel; one daughter, Joy, and son-in-law Richard Plochocki of North Syracuse;
four grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Family and friends are
invited to call on Monday from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Vernon United Methodist
Church, 5230 W. Seneca Street, Vernon. Funeral service will be at 5 p.m.
immediately following calling hours at the church, with Rev. Frank Loan
officiating. Spring burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Vernon. In lieu of
flowers, donations in memory of Mr. Clapsaddle may be sent to the Vernon
United Methodist Church. Arrangements are with the Malecki Funeral Home, Inc.
Vernon, New York
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Cohn, Arlene B.   
March 4, 2005 Arlene B. Cohn, 92, a life resident of Syracuse, died at her
home March 4, 2005. Mrs.Cohn was a graduate of Syracuse Normal School. She was
associated with her late husband Arthur A. Cohn in the Jolly Roger Liquor
Store until retiring in 1987. Mrs. Cohn was a member of Temple Adath Yeshurun,
the temple Sisterhood, Hadassah and was a former member and past president of
the Franklin School Mothers' Club. She was also active with various community
organizations. She was predeceased by her husband Arthur B. Cohn in 1994. She
is survived by her daughter, Marilyn (Garrett) Wiggers; a son, Harry (Irm);
four granddaughters; and six great-grandchildren. Funeral Services: 11 a.m.
Monday, March 7, at Birnbaum Funeral Chapel. Friends may call from 10 to 11
a.m. Monday at the funeral chapel, 1909 E. Fayette Street. Burial will be in
Adath Yeshurun Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Temple Adath Yeshurun or
to the Joanne Blumin Scholarship Fund in care of Dr. Diane Call, Queensborough
Community College, 222-05 56th Ave., Bayside, NY 11364. birnbaum funeral
service, inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Crowe, David J.   
March 4, 2005 David J. Crowe, 39, of Manlius, died as a result of a snowmobile
accident. He was a life resident of Manlius and a graduate of
Fayetteville-Manlius High School. He was a union electrician and formerly
owned Advanced Towing. He was a communicant of St. Ann's Church, Manlius. An
outdoorsman, he loved to hunt, ski and snowmobile. He was predeceased by his
father, Robert V. Crowe Sr. Survivors: his children, Nicole, Michael, Sara and
Emily; his companion, Lisa Hotchkiss; his mother and stepfather, Ann and Ted
Costello; two brothers, Robert Jr. and Thomas; two sisters, Tracy Crowe and
Cynthia Crowe; and the mother of his children, Therese Nelligan. Funeral
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Ann's Church, Manlius. Burial: Manlius
Village Cemetery. Calling hours will be 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Newell-Fay
Funeral Home, 8171 Cazenovia Rd., Manlius. Contributions in lieu of flowers
may be made to David Crowe Children's Trust, c/o Ellen Crowe, P.O. Box 353,
Manlius, NY 13104. NEWELL-FAY Manlius 682-5300
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Cummings, Duane R.   
March 4, 2005 Duane R. Cummings, 75, of Marcellus, died Friday at Van Duyn
Home & Hospital. A native of Marcellus, he retired after 23 years as
Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force. During his time in the military, he
served a tour of duty in Europe and two tours in Vietnam. He started General
Business Services in Florida. He was an antique dealer and a member of Rotary
and St. John's Episcopal Church in Marcellus. He was a sailor of Comet Class
boats and was a former coach of the Cornell sailing team. He was predeceased
by his wife Marilyn. Mr. Cummings is survived by his two sons, David L. of
Washington, DC, and Edward R. of Maui; and a sister, Jane Amidon of Marcellus.
Services will be at the convenience of the family. Contributions may be made
in his memory to the Marcellus Free Library. NORRIS FUNERAL HOME MARCELLUS
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Cunningham, Eva M.   
March 4, 2005 Eva M. Cunningham, 67, of Martville, died Friday, March 4, 2005,
at Seneca Hill Rehab. Center, Minetto, NY. Eva was born November 16, 1937, in
Phoenix, NY, the daughter of the late Helen Pluff Dunn and Michael Dunn and
stepmother, Thelma Dunn. She ran an adult boarding home for over 20 years. She
was predeceased by her sister, Bonnie Cunningham. She is survived by her
husband, Frank; four daughters: Rhonda (Stephen) Summerville, Hannibal; Brenda
(Lee) Stuart and Tamie (Dan) Fratangelo, both of Martville; and Laurie
Cunningham, Wolcott; one son, Donald (Sandra) Cunningham, Wolcott; eight
grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Beverly (Donald Taylor)
Daghita, Hannnibal, and Michelle Natoli, NC; three brothers: Bradford (Kathy)
DeRocha and Bruce (Linda) DeRocha, both of Hannibal; and Douglas (Patricia)
Dunn, Phoenix. Funeral services will be held at Jewell Funeral Home, 13164
South St., Cato, at 1 p.m. Tuesday. Family and friends may call from 6 to 9
p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Martville Cemetery in the
spring.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

DeLuca, John J.   
March 4, 2004 John J. DeLuca, of Syracuse, died on Friday at St. Joseph's
Hospital. He had retired after 40 years from Crucible, where he was a member
of the Steel Workers Union. Mr. DeLuca was a graduate of Vocational High
School, a veteran of the Army duringWorld War II, a communicant of Blessed
Sacrament Church, a member of the Holy Name Society, a member of the Nocturnal
Adoration Society and a volunteer at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was predeceased
by his wife Ursula, who died in 2000; son Nicholas, who died in 1965; his
brother, Anthony DeLuca; and sister and brother-in-law, Anna and Sam Matrone.
He is survived by son, Joseph F. (Patricia) of Liverpool; daughters, Sr.
Geraldine DeLuca O.S.F. of Syracuse, Maria C. (Leonard) Freitag of
Williamsville, Barbara A. (Brian) Murphy of North Syracuse, Ann C. (Paul)
Delaney of Minoa; sister, Mary Maurillo of Syracuse; brother, Rev. Francis
DeLuca of Syracuse; brother-in-law, George Branca of Syracuse; sisters-in-law,
Caroline Indick of Syracuse and Melvina DeLuca of FL; seven grandchildren
several nieces and nephews. Funeral services are Monday at 10:30 a.m. at
Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament
Church. Burial is in Assumption Cemetery. Calling Hours: today, 3 to 6 p.m.,
at the funeral home, 3111 James St. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be
made to Blessed Sacrament Church, 3127 James St., Syracuse, NY 13206.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Fuller, Caroline P.   
February 27, 2005 Caroline Parsell Fuller, 73, of Owasco, NY, died February
27, 2005, at her residence in Mulberry, FL. Born in Auburn, NY, on August 23,
1931, she worked at Welch Allyn for several years and at Cayuga Community
College until her retirement. She was a lifetime member of Owasco Reformed
Church and also Dutch Hollow Country Club. Golf and gardening were her
passions. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Raymond Fuller,
Owasco, NY; children, Edward (Amy) Fuller, Auburn, Catherine (Tom) O'Toole,
Owasco, Robert (Darnell) Fuller, Auburn, Christine Fuller, Auburn, and John
Fuller, Camillus. Her grandchildren, Connor and Collin O'Toole, Emily and
Sarah Fuller, and Megan Fuller, held a special place in her heart. Loved by
her sister, Billie Welch, Owasco. She was predeceased by a sister, Peg
Giacopasi. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 9, at
Owasco Reformed Church. Calling hours are from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 8,
at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Owasco
Reformed Church, Owasco, NY 13021.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Goettel, Sandra Kay Pelon "Sandy"   
Pelon Goettel March 5, 2005 Sandra "Sandy" Kay Pelon Goettel, 64, of
Cleveland, NY, passed away at her home after a long illness. She was born in
Rome, NY, on April 21, 1940, the daughter of Herbert and Edna Pelon. Sandy
lived all her life on the North Shore of Oneida Lake, a perfect place for her
two passions, swimming and ice skating. She will be remembered for her sense
of humor, devotion to her grandchildren and her strength during her illness.
Sandy is survived by three daughters: Jacqueline, Tina and Teresa; a son,
Michael; four grandchildren: Alyssa, Paul, Riana and Erik; a brother, Ronald;
a sister, Patricia; a goddaughter, Stephanie; her beloved cats and dogs; and
many caring, wonderful friends. There will be no calling hours. Spring burial
and graveside memorial service to be held at Maple Flats Cemetery, Cleveland,
NY. Dignity HOLLIS FUNERAL HOME 1105 West Genesee Street
www.dignitymemorial.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Gorr, John W.   
March 1, 2005 John W. Gorr, 72, of Cocoa, FL, formerly of Star Lake, NY, died
Tuesday, March 1, after a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 52
years, Lucy Chico; two daughters, Mrs. Lee (Valerie) Noel of Fulton, NY, and
Donna Bazinet of Cranberry Lake, NY; two grandchildren; three
great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be Saturday, March 5, at Hawley
Funeral Home in Star Lake from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will
be Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Star Lake, NY.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Haberek, Genevieve   
March 4, 2005 Genevieve Lambrych Haberek, 91, of E. Syracuse, passed away on
Friday. Born in Gardner, MA, she was a homemaker. Her husband Edward died in
1981. Survivors: four daughters, Virginia (Gerald) Torry of Albany, Pauline
(Byron) Cesta of E. Syracuse, Eleanor (Kenneth) Rowland of N. Syracuse, and
Patricia (Lyman) Gray of Chittenango; one son, Gerald (Brenda) Haberek of
Parish; two sisters, Harriet Gallucci of Syracuse and Irene Whitlatch of
Roscoe, NY; one brother, Zigmund Lambrych of Syracuse; 16 grandchildren; 24
great-grandchildren. Services: 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, March 8, at Forani & Cline
Funeral Home, and 9 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Church. Burial, St. Mary's
Cemetery, DeWitt. Calling hours 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, 206
Kinne St., E. Syracuse. Contributions: Hospice Foundation, 990 7th North St.,
Liverpool, NY, or St. Matthew Building Fund, W. Yates St., E. Syracuse, NY
13057.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Hamilton, Vera L.   
March 3, 2005 Vera L. Hamilton, 88, of Syracuse, died Thursday at Van Duyn
Home & Hospital. Born in Richland, NY, she resided in Syracuse for many years.
Survived by one son, Roger H. (Diane) Hamilton of Syracuse; one granddaughter,
Karen L. Cala-brese of Baldwinsville; one grandson, Mark D. Hamilton of
Warners; four great-grandchildren; and five nieces. Services: Spring burial
will be in Richland Cemetery, Richland, NY. Butler-Badman Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.
Kovacs, Michael   
March 4, 2005 Michael Kovacs, 72, died Friday at Rosewood Heights Nursing
Home. Services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to New Comer
Family Funeral Home
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Lambert Sr., Pastor Henry "Hank"   
"Hank" Lambert Sr. March 4, 2005 Pastor Henry "Hank" Lambert Sr., 74, of 8791
Oswego Road, Clay, went home to be with Jesus on Friday. He was a life
resident of the Syracuse area. Henry was pastor of Blessed Hope Church, Clay,
and formerly a truck driver for over 30 years. Hewas a member of Teamsters
Local #317. Years ago he enjoyed riding his Harley Davidsons. At this time his
love was preaching and serving the Lord. Surviving are his wife of 53 years,
Betty Jean Denslow Lambert; daughters, Cheryl Leavens of Fulton, Patty Lambert
of Liverpool, Bonnie Jones and her husband Ken of Liverpool; son, Henry
"Tiger" Lambert Jr. of Syracuse; several grandchildren; great-grandchildren;
niece, Margie Geno, and other nieces and nephews. A dedicated husband, father,
grandfather and pastor, he will surely be missed by everyone whose lives he
touched. Funeral Services: 11 a.m. Monday at Maurer Funeral Home. Burial: Pine
Plains Cemetery, Clay. Calling Hours: 2 to 6 p.m. today at the funeral home,
300 Second Street, Liverpool. Contributions may be made to Blessed Hope
Church, 8791 Oswego Road, Clay, NY 13041. Maurer Funeral Home, Inc.
www.maurerfuneralhome.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Lamica, Jane W.   
March 4, 2005 Jane W. Lamica, 81, of Weedsport, died on Friday evening at
Auburn Nursing Home. She was born in Cohoes, NY, and is predeceased by her
daughters Dianne Snyder and Linda Speach. She is survived by her husband
Robert; daughter, Donna Gabriell of Weedsport; sons-in-law, David Snyder of
Brewerton, Joseph Speach of North Syracuse and John Gabriell of Weedsport;
nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Goddard-Crandall-Shepardson Funeral
Home. Burial is in Woodlawn Cemetery. Friends may greet the family from noon
to 2 p.m., before the service at the funeral home, 3111 James St.
Contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association of CNY, 441 West
Kirkpatrick St., Syracuse, NY 13204.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Larmer, June L.   
March 4, 2005 June Louise Harter Larmer, born August 29, 1926, peacefully left
this world on Friday, March 4, 2005. June was an avid reader and lover of
movies. She was first and foremost a devoted mother and family member. She was
also a great gardener.Two of her children, Wanda and David, left this world
before her June leaves behind her husband of 57 years, George Larmer; her
three sons: Stephen, Stanley and Philip; her two brothers, Jack and Dan
Harter; her two sisters, Grace Adrian and Minnie Silvers; 12 grandchildren;
six great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be
held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Fergerson Funeral Home, with burial following in
North Syracuse Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9
p.m. at the funeral home, 215 South Main St., N. Syracuse. Donations may be
made to VFW Post 7290, 105 Maxwell Ave., N. Syracuse, NY 13212.
FergersonFuneralHome.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Lisandro, Donald J.   
March 3, 2005 Donald J. Lisandro, 71, of Richfield Blvd., Mattydale, died
Thursday at Veterans Administration Medical Ctr. in Syracuse. He was the son
of the late Fortunato and Emma Lisandro and a life resident of Mattydale.
Donald was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War and became disabled during
his tour of duty. He was a member of the Syracuse Chapter of the Disabled
American Veterans and the St. Margaret's RC Church in Mattydale. He is
survived by his brother, Ronald Lisandro of Central Square. Funeral services
will be Monday at 10 a.m. at Krueger Funeral Home. Burial will be in Onondaga
Co. Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Friends may call 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the
funeral home, 2619 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale. Krueger Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

McNeal, Diane M.   
March 3, 2005 Diane M. McNeal (nee Pufky), born July 6, 1949, passed away
March 3, 2005. Beloved wife of Miles "Al" McNeal; loving mother of Torrey A.
McNeal; grandmother of Max E. McNeal; mother-in-law of Kelly McNeal; daughter
of Mary Pufky and the late Nicholas Pufky; dear sister of Robert Pufky who
lives in Newburry Park, California. Diane was very involved with tennis in
Northeast Ohio. She was a certified USPTA teaching professional, coached
Kenston High School tennis teams for several years and was past president of
the Northeast Ohio Tennis Association. Until recently, Diane was employed as
tennis coordinator at the Western Reserve Racquet and Fitness Club. Diane was
a board member of the Northeastern Ohio Tennis Foundation. Friends may call at
the Stroud-Lawrence Funeral Home, 95 South Franklin Street, Chagrin Falls, OH
44022, on Tuesday, March 8, 2005, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A Celebration of
Life ceremony will be held at the Lord of Life Lutheran Church at 17989
Chillicothe Road (Route 306), Bainbridge, OH 44023, on Wednesday, March 9,
2005, at 3 p.m. Following the ceremony, a reception will be held at the
Chagrin Valley Athletic Club, 17260 Snyder Road, Bainbridge, OH 44023. In lieu
of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in her memory to the Northeastern
Ohio Tennis Foundation, 30799 Pinetree Road #307, Pepper Pike, OH 44124.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Peters, Karen M.   
March 4, 2005 Karen M. Peters, 62, of Batavia, died Friday at Strong Memorial
Hospital, Rochester, NY. She was born December 10, 1942, in Syracuse, the
daughter of the late David Kleberg and the late Agnes Herron. Survivors: her
husband of 22 years, Terrence "Terry" Peters, of Batavia; daughter, Jennifer
(Jason Dedman) Peters of Rochester; brothers, John Kleberg and David (Carol)
Kleberg, all of Syracuse; sister, Lois (Jack) Arena of Millis, MA; a stepson,
Richard (Sharon) Peters of Batavia; sister-in-law, Mary Els of Batavia; four
stepgrandchildren; two stepgreat-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews,
great-nieces and -nephews. Calling Hours: Monday, March 7, from 1 to 4 and 6
to 9 p.m. at Gilmartin Funeral Home, Inc., 329 West Main St., Batavia, NY.
Funeral Services: Prayers Tuesday, March 8, at 9 a.m. at the funeral home,
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. St. Anthony's R.C. Church.
Burial: Grand View Cemetery, Batavia. Memorials, at the request of the family,
to United Memorial Medical Center, 127 North Street, Batavia, New York 14020
for the establishment of the Karen Peters Scholarship Fund to assist nursing
professionals in further education and their pursuit of advanced degrees. An
online memorial and guest registry is available at
www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Pickard, Irene E.   
March 3, 2005 Irene E. Pickard, 79, of Manlius, died Thursday at the Jewish
Home of Central New York. She was born in Manlius. Mrs. Pickard was a member
of Manlius First Baptist Church and American Legion Post 141 Auxiliary. She
was predeceased by her husband Harry R. Pickard Sr. in 2000. Survivors: a son
Harry R. Pickard Jr. of Yuma, AZ; two grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services: 1 p.m. Tuesday at Newell-Fay Funeral Home. Burial: Manlius
Village Cemetery. Calling hour will be from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday at the
funeral home, 8171 Cazenovia Rd. (Rte. 92), Manlius. Contributions:
Alzheimer's Association, CNY Chapter, 441 Kirkpatrick St., Syracuse, NY 13204.
NEWELL-FAY Manlius 682-5300
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Pittman, Miriam M.   
February 19, 2005 Miriam M. Pittman, 94, born in Germantown, PA, was a 1931
graduate of Syracuse University. She retired in 1975 as the assistant
treasurer with the NYS Council of Churches. Miss Pittman was a member of First
Baptist Church of Syracuse. She issurvived by a niece, Dr. Janet Henley of
Elizabethton, TN. Services: 11:30 a.m. today at First Baptist Church of
Syracuse, 5833 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville. Burial: Riverview Cemetery,
Trenton, NJ. Greenleaf Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Reed, Louis L.   
March 4, 2005 Louis L. Reed, 66, of Central Square, died Friday, March 4,
2005, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Syracuse. Born in Syracuse, he had lived in
Central Square since 1974. He retired in 1994 from Bell Atlantic in Syracuse
after 38 years and was predeceased by his wife Janice in 2002. Surviving are
two sons, Steven and Kevin, both of Central Square; a brother, Frank Reed of
TN; three sisters: Helen Miller of Venice, FL; Margaret McCallister of
Ogdensburg; and May McDougal of Remsen; and five grandchildren. Services will
be 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at Watson Funeral Home, Inc., 631 S. Main
St., Central Square. Calling hours will be 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, before the
service. Contributions may be made to the family.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Risley, Bernice P.   
March 5, 2005 Bernice P. Risley, 92, of Cortland, passed away Saturday, March
5, 2005, at Cortland Care Center. A funeral service will be held Monday at 7
p.m. at Wright-Beard Funeral Home, 9 Lincoln Ave., Cortland. Friends are
invited to call from 6 to 7 p.m., prior to the funeral service.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2005.

Roach, Richard L.   
March 4, 2005 Richard L. Roach, 79, of Syracuse, died peacefully at home on
Friday, March 4, 2005, after a short illness. Born in Oxford, NY, on February
6, 1926, he was the son of Elizabeth and Harry Roach. On February 17, 1951, he
married Dorothy A. Ken-yon of Philadelphia, PA, and celebrated 54 years of
marriage this year. He was predeceased by his sisters, Peggy Roach Chamberlain
and Pauline Roach Dyksterhouse. Dick was a Navy veteran of World War II,
serving with the Seabees in the Philippines, Marshall Islands and Japan. He
joined Barnes & Cone in 1953, starting as a forklift driver, retiring in 1988
as an owner with his friend and partner Earl Zender. Dick served as president
of the New York State Concrete Masonry Assoc. During his retirement, he spent
many busy, happy hours at the family "farm" in German, NY, where he mowed
acres of lawn on his tractor, creating paths in fields for wildlife. He was a
communicant of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in the Valley and a member of
Bellevue Country Club's 18-hole golf league and Saturday morning round table.
He served the last 14 years as a volunteer for the Cathedral Breakfast Program
for homeless men. Surviving are his wife, Dorothy; a son and daughter-in-law,
Rick and Randi Roach; a daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen Roach Byrne and Jim
Byrne. Dick was very proud of his family and dedicated much of his time to his
seven grandchildren: Katie, Danny and Kelly Roach, and Michael, Maggie, Molly
and Libby Byrne. Services: 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
Burial in Onondaga County Veterans Cemetery, Onondaga Hill. Calling Hours: 4
to 7 p.m. Monday at Tindall Funeral Home, 1921 W. Genesee St. TINDALL FUNERAL
HOME INC
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Skeens, Arlene   
February 24, 2005 Arlene Skeens, a resident at the Loretto Healthcare Facility
in Syracuse, NY, passed away Thursday, February 24, after a long illness. She
was 64. Arlene is survived by two daughters, Arlene Andrews and her husband
Joseph, of Syra-cuse, and Anna Marie Saccomandi and her husband John, of North
Wales, PA; four beloved grandchildren, Christine, Rachel, Anthony and Tiffany.
A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 12, 2005, at the Loretto
Cunningham Chapel at 700 E. Brighton Avenue, Syracuse. In lieu of flowers, the
family asks that donations be made to the Loretto Foundation, 1305 Nottingham
Rd., Jamesville, NY 13078. Dignity HOLLIS FUNERAL HOME 1105 West Genesee
Street www.dignitymemorial.com
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Skilinskis, Connie A.   
March 4, 2005 Connie A. Skilinskis, 56, of Scriba, died Friday in Oswego.
Surviving are her husband, Joseph; three children: Laurie, Debra and Joseph;
and three sisters. Graveside service in the spring. Visitation is 4 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday at Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home in Oswego.
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Smith, Sister Camilla   
March 2, 2005 Sister Camilla Smith, 88, of Syracuse, died March 2 at St.
Joseph's Hospital, after a brief illness. Sister was born in South River, NJ,
to the late Roman and Mary Oehl Smith and named Marion. She entered the
Sisters of St. Francis on February 2, 1931, and professed Final Vows on August
28, 1937. Sister was a teacher for many years in New York, New Jersey and
Ohio. In 1988, Sister retired to St. Elizabeth Hospital Convent in Utica and
served as volunteer in the hospital until recently. She was predeceased by
three brothers, Justin, Linus and Joseph Smith, and four sisters, Isabelle
Schmid, Marjorie Barnwell, Lynette Ten Eyck and Ramona McKeon. Survivors: a
sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Bill Wagner of Cranbury, NJ; and several
nieces, nephews, and grandnieces and -nephews. Funeral Services: A Mass of
Christian Burial will be 7 p.m. Monday, March 7, at St. Anthony Motherhouse
Chapel. Burial in Assumption Cemetery will follow an 8:30 a.m. Farewell
Service on Tuesday, March 8, in the Motherhouse Chapel. Calling hours will be
Monday, March 7, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Motherhouse, 1024 Court
St., Syracuse. Contributions: Sisters of St. Francis Retirement Fund, 2500
Grant Blvd., Syracuse, NY 13208. EATON-TUBBS-SCHEPP Fayetteville 637-3214
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Tepfenhart, Betty Morell   
March 3, 2005 Betty Morell Tepfenhart, 93, of 501 Walradt Street, Fulton, died
Thursday, March 3, 2005, at Loretto Heights Nursing Home, Oswego. A native of
Warwick, NY, she resided in Briarcliff Manor, NY, most of her life prior to
moving to Fulton in 1974. She was a communicant of Holy Family Chapel, Fulton.
Betty was predeceased by her first husband, Charles J. Morell Jr., who died in
1972. Surviving are her husband, Anthony Tepfenhart of Fulton; stepsons, Paul
and John Tepfenhart; step-grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren;
sisters-in-law, Helen Grant and Jolanda Wilson. A Mass of Christian Burial
will be celebrated 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at Holy Family Chapel, 45
West Fourth Street, Fulton. Burial will be at West Laurel Hill Cemetery,
Bala-Cynwyd, PA. Calling hours are 2 to 4 p.m. Monday at Foster Funeral Home,
910 Fay Street, Fulton. Memorial contributions may be made to charity. Foster
Funeral Home, Inc. Fulton - Hannibal
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Van Keuren-Widrick, Lucia R.   
Van Keuren-Widrick March 3, 2005 Lucia R. Van Keuren-Widrick, 39, of Marietta,
died Thursday at Community General Hospital. She was a lifetime resident of
the Syracuse-Marcellus area. A graduate of Marcellus High School, Lucia also
received a bachelor's degree fromSUNY Cortland and a master's degree from
Syracuse University. A certified social worker and credentialed alcohol and
substance abuse counselor, she was employed at Crouse Chemical Dependency
Treatment Services and Psychological Services for Self and Family. She was a
member of Fairmount Community Church. Most of all, Lucia was a loving mother,
wife, sister, daughter and friend. Surviving are her husband, David Widrick of
Marietta; sons, Joshua, Connor and Trevor of Marietta; parents, Janet and
Lawrin "Dutch" Van Keuren Sr. of Marietta; sister, Korinne Van Keuren of San
Francisco; brother, Lawrin "DJ" (Chris) Van Keuren Jr. of Boston; in-laws,
Lorraine and David Widrick of Camillus; one niece and one nephew. Services
will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in Fairmount Community Church, 4801 W. Genesee St.,
Fairmount. Friends may call Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Buranich Funeral Home,
5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Spring burial will be in Highland Cemetery,
Marcellus. Contributions may be made to Amber Fire Dept., P.O. Box 172,
Marietta, NY 13110. PLEASE SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK AT BuranichFuneralHome.com
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Wavercak, Genevieve (Gussick)   
Wavercak March 4, 2005 Genevieve Wavercak, 85, of Syracuse, passed away
Friday. She was born September 17, 1919, in Syracuse to Frank and Stella
Gussick. Her parents were the owners of Frank and Stella's Restaurant on
Marsellus Street. Genevieve was amember of Holy Cross Polish National Church.
Genevieve was formerly employed by the State of New York and was a member of
CSEA. Genevieve was predeceased by her husband Frank, July 1974. Survived by
nephew, James (Eaddie) Wavercak, and niece, Patricia (Robert) DeLongo, both of
Camillus. Funeral services: Tuesday, 9 a.m., at Hollis Funeral Home and 10
a.m. in Holy Cross PNC Church, Amboy. Calling Hours: Monday, 4 to 7 p.m., at
Hollis Funeral Home. Spring Burial: Holy Cross Polish Catholic Cemetery,
Amboy. Contributions: Holy Cross PNC Church, 3690 Armstrong Rd., Syracuse, NY
13209. Dignity HOLLIS FUNERAL HOME 1105 West Genesee Street
www.dignitymemorial.com
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Willmer, George   
March 3, 2005 George Willmer, 79, passed away on Thursday. George worked as an
eyeglass specialist in a jewelry store. He is survived by his brother William
Willmer and his sister Betty Hollister of Baldwinsville. A funeral service
will be held on Monday, March 7, at noon at DeWitt Memorial Funeral Home. A
calling hour will be from 11 a.m. to noon, prior to the service. Jan Maloff,
Director DEWITT MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME Call on us to end funeral price abuse.
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