OBITS: The Post-Standard 11 Mar 2005; Syracuse, Onondaga co., New York

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Alexander, Richard G.   
March 9, 2005 Richard G. Alexander, 77, of Syracuse, passed away Wednesday at
Rosewood Heights Health Center. Born in Syracuse, he was a maintenance man for
I.B.M. Manufacturing Co. Survivors: one son, Richard F. Alexander of Syracuse;
two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Services: 10 a.m. Saturday, March 12, at Forani & Cline Funeral Home, 206
Kinne St., E. Syracuse. Burial, St. Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt. No calling hours.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Barry, Kevin W.   
March 8, 2005 Kevin W. Barry, 52, of Syracuse, died Tuesday at home. Born in
Syracuse, he was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy, Syracuse
University, and the University of Alabama. He served as a Lieutenant with the
Manlius Police Depart-ment, was the Administrative Division Commander, and a
member of the Emergency Services Team. He was in law enforcement for 30 years,
was the 3rd Vice President of the FBI National Academy Association, and had
previously taught at Onondaga Community College in the Criminal Justice
Program. Kevin was the recipient of numerous commendations and awards. He was
predeceased by his parents, William Barry in 1986, Patricia Flynn Barry in
1988, and his sister Kelly Ann Barry in 1992. Survivors: his aunt, Jeanne
Flynn; uncles, James and Robert Flynn, all of Syracuse; cousins, G. Barry West
of Kansas, Melissa Martin, Meghan Cornish, and Robert Parrott, all of
Syracuse; many other cousins; stepsons, Brian and Jeffrey Duck;
step-grandchild, Ciara Duck, all of Syracuse. Services: 9:30 a.m. Saturday,
March 12, at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Westvale. Burial will follow in St.
Mary's Cemetery, DeWitt. Calling hours 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the
Tindall Funeral Home, 1921 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. In lieu of flowers,
contributions in memory of Kevin W. Barry to support Public Safety Education
may be made to the OCC Foundation, 4941 Onondaga Rd., Syracuse, NY 13215.
TINDALL FUNERAL HOME INC
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Barski, Karlene K.   
March 9, 2005 Mrs. Karlene K. Barski, 65, of 61 Dayton Street, Auburn, NY,
passed away Wednesday at Auburn Memorial Hospital. A lifelong Auburnian, she
was the daughter of Andrew and Jane Piorek Komanecky, a graduate of Auburn
Central High School, and a devoted member of St. Nicholas Church. Surviving
are her husband, Stanley J. Barski; children, Stephen Barski and his wife
Georginne, Karen Barski, all of Auburn; three grandchildren; and many beloved
aunts, uncles, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was predeceased by her parents and brother, William Komanecky. Services
will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday in St. Nicholas Church. Interment will be in St.
Nicholas Cemetery, Half Acre. Calling hours Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. at
Farrell's Funeral Service, Inc., 84 South Street, Auburn, NY. Memorial
contributions may be made to St. Nicholas Church Hall, Kitchen Fund, 28 Cross
Street, Auburn, NY 13021.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Bovenzi, Mary Stella   
March 7, 2005 Mary Stella Bovenzi, 86, of Syracuse, went to God Monday,
peacefully leaving her loving family for her place in Heaven. Born in
Syracuse, she was a teacher for 42 years with many hundreds of students at
Brighton and HuntingtonSchools. Devoted to her extended family, Mary was an
avid traveler, especially to her roots in Italy. In retirement, she
volunteered at St. Joseph's Hospital and St. Daniel's School. A communicant of
St. Peter's Church, she is survived by her sisters, Anna D'Agostino, Josephine
Benedetto and Clara Santy; brother, Peter Bovenzi of Wynantskill, NY and many
nieces and nephews. Funeral services Saturday 10:15 a.m. at FARONE & SON, and
11 a.m. at St. Peter's Church, 709 James St. Calling hours Friday 4 to 7 p.m.
at the funeral home. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. Contributions in
Mary's memory to The Fahey Rehabilitation Center at Loretto, 700 East Brighton
Avenue in Syracuse. Dignity FARONE & SON FUNERAL HOME 1500 PARK ST. Four
Generations of Funeral Directors
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Clifton, Ola A.   
March 10, 2005 Ola A. Clifton, 92, of Minoa, died Thursday. Survivors: a son,
Harold Ferguson of Minoa; a sister, Elzada Sothard of Texas; four
grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Funeral Services: 4 p.m. Saturday at
Russell H. Schepp & Son Funeral Home. Calling hours Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m.
at the funeral home, 109 East Ave., Minoa. RUSSELL H. SCHEPP & SON Minoa
656-3132
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Dunsmoor, Mary Jane   
March 10, 2005 Mary Jane Dunsmoor, 89, Oswego, died Thursday. Survived by
several nieces and nephews. Funeral services Monday 11 a.m. from St. Paul's
Church. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are entrusted to the Dowdle
Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Field, Arthur   
March 9, 2005 Arthur Field, 91, died Wednesday at the Jewish Home of Menorah
Park. Mr. Field was born in Brooklyn, where he graduated from Brooklyn College
and attended Brooklyn Law School. He served in the Army during World War II.
After movingto Syracuse, Mr. Field founded the Ace Home Equipment Company in
1947 and remained until his retirement in 1980. He was a member of Temple
Adath Yeshurun, Philo-Mt. Sinai Lodge #968, Jewish War Veterans Onondaga Post
131, former Commander of Jewish War Veterans and founder of the Syracuse
Landlords Association. Survived by his wife of 65 years, Marilyn "Min" Posner
Field; sons, Steven Field, and Mark (Susan) Field; three grandchildren, Lia,
Corinne and Zachary Field; and a brother, Norman Field. Funeral services will
be at 11 a.m. Sunday at Birnbaum Funeral Chapel. Friends may call from 10 to
11 a.m. at the funeral chapel, 1909 E. Fayette Street. Burial will be in Adath
Yeshurun Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Foundation of Menorah Park
or the Jewish Community Center of Central New York. birnbaum funeral service,
inc
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Fralick, Elsie Ostrander   
March 9, 2005 Elsie Ostrander Fralick, 88, of Camillus, died Wednesday in St.
Joseph's Hospital. Born in Owego, Mrs. Fralick lived in Syracuse and Onondaga
Hill before moving to Camillus. She was the widow of Charles A. Fralick who
died in 1988. Mrs. Fralick was employed for 45 years with Dunn & Bradstreet,
Inc. in Syracuse before retiring in 1982. She is survived by nieces and
nephews. Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at the Bush Funeral Home, 120 E.
Main St., Elbridge with Pastor Floyd Duger officiating. Spring burial will be
in Maple Grove Cemetery. Contributions may be made to a favorite charity. BUSH
FUNERAL HOME Elbridge 689-6116
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Gilmore, Laura D.   
March 7, 2005 Mrs. Laura Doris Gilmore, died on Monday surrounded by family
and friends at Francis House. She was 79 years young. Ms. D, as she was warmly
called, resided at 121 Hudson Street, after having retired as housekeeper to
the actress KimBasinger for many, many years. Grandma, as she was known by her
grandchildren, extended grandchildren and neighbors, was born in Provincetown,
MA, Cape Cod, where she graduated from Provincetown HS. She was a member of
the Brady Faith Center where she was fully involved in the Women's Bible Study
group. She was a member of St. Lucy's Church. She is survived by her brother,
Edgar P. Edwards (Rosalyn), of Greensboro, NC; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Muriel
Edwards, of New York City; her daughter, Jeannette Edwards-Griffin, Syracuse;
grandchildren, Monica, Stephanie, Lara Griffin, Akiva Titus Hadley, Sgt.
Kenyatta Titus (Letrice); 14 great-grandchildren; a host of extended family
members and friends. The lady who does the Garden for the children to watch
grow, has moved on to a bigger and better Garden, she will be missed. Memorial
Services Saturday, March 12 at 11 a.m. at St. Lucy's Church. Father John
Schoeffer will preside. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to
Francis House. Friends and family will be received at the families home after
services. Greenleaf Funeral Home, Inc.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Horning, Helen M.   
March 10, 2005 Helen M. Horning, age 73 of Baldwinsville, died Thursday at
home. Born in Granby, she was employed with General Electric and Unifirst
Companies. Her husband, Frederick died in 1988. Surviving are her three sons,
Frederick, Edwardand David; a daughter, Linda Olivia; two brothers, Dick Rice
and Bob Warner; nine grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Funeral services
will be conducted 9:15 a.m. Saturday from the Maurer Funeral Home Moyers
Corners and 10 a.m. at St. John's Church, 8290 Soule Road, Liverpool. Burial
in Pine Plains Cemetery. Calling hours are 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday,
March 11, 2005 at the funeral home, 3541 Rt. 31, Baldwinsville. Contributions
may be made to Hospice of CNY, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY 13088.
Maurer Funeral Home, Inc. www.maurerfuneralhome.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Jackson, Lelia M.   
March 10, 2005 Lelia M. Jackson, age 81, of Pulaski, died Thursday in Fulton.
Surviving are her husband Gordon; two sons, James of Orwell, Christopher of
Potsdam. Funeral services 2 p.m. Saturday at Foster-Hax Funeral Home, Pulaski,
with spring burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Orwell. Calling hours 1 to 2 p.m.
prior to services.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Kuberski, Matthew W.   
March 8, 2005 Matthew W. Kuberski, 86, of Liverpool, passed away on Tuesday.
Born in Syracuse, he graduated from Transfiguration School and was a brakeman
for the New York Central Railroad until his retirement in 1972. He was a
communicant of ImmaculateHeart of Mary Church where he was an Usher. He served
his country with pride in the US Army during WWII. Survivors: his wife of 66
years, Irene; a daughter, Judith Bronner of Liverpool; a son, Mathew of
Manlius; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Services: 8:45 a.m.
Monday at the GIMINSKI-WYSOCKI FUNERAL HOME and 9:30 a.m. at Immaculate Heart
of Mary Church. Interment with military honors at St. Mary's Cemetery. Friends
may call on the family from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, 1320 W.
Genesee St. Contributions: Immaculate Heart of Mary Building Fund, 425
Beechwood Ave., Liverpool, NY 13088.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Mackin, John W.   
March 10, 2005 John W. Mackin, formerly of 159 Willow Place, Sherrill, New
York, died peacefully at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse on March 10, 2005, where
he had been a recent patient. Born in Boston, Mr. Mackin moved to Oneida as a
young man where he met his belovedwife of 60 years, Joyce Virginia Ratnour.
Following Mrs. Mackin's death in 1997, Bill continued to reside in the family
home in Sherrill until moving to The Nottingham in Jamesville in 2002. Bill
was employed with the Prudential Insurance Company for nearly 40 years. In
1968, he was elected as supervisor of the Town of Vernon, a position he held
for six elected terms until retiring in 1979. Throughout his life, he was very
active in the civic affairs of the City of Sherrill, and was dedicated to
serving the community he loved. Among his many achievements, he served as a
Sherrill City Commissioner, president of the Silver City Club, and founder of
some of the city's sports leagues for children. He was the recipient of the
American Legion's Distinguished Citizen Award, an Honorary Rotarian, and also
a member of many local charitable boards and clubs. He was a communicant of
St. Helena's Church for nearly 60 years, and past president of its Holy Name
Society. He was a very friendly, conscientious and caring person, who was
blessed to have many friends of all ages and from all walks of life. His
favorite "hobby" was helping and enjoying the company of other people. He is
survived by his two sons, John (Donna), a retired U.S. Navy Captain, living in
Kissimmee, Florida, and James, an attorney who practices with the Syracuse law
firm of Bond, Schoeneck & King, and lives in Manlius, New York; three
grandchildren, John, Jill and Jeff; and nine great-grandchildren. A Mass of
Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Helena's Church, 210 Primo Avenue,
Sherrill, New York, on Monday, March 14, 2005, at 10 a.m. Calling hours will
be 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 13, 2005, at the Malecki Funeral Home, 464
Sherrill Road, Sherrill. Spring burial will be in St. Helena's Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Helena's Church, 210 Primo Avenue,
Sherrill, New York 13461, or the Sherrill-Kenwood Rescue Service, 373 Sherrill
Road.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Niejadlik, Frances J.   
March 6, 2005 Frances J. Niejadlik, 89, of Black River, formerly of Lacona.
Survivors: three sisters, Jane Planes of Liverpool, Josephine Veress of NJ,
Rose Werner of Lake George; one brother, William Prince of Hawaii; several
nieces and nephews. No services or calling hours. Arrangements by Summerville
Funeral Home, Sandy Creek.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Rudy, Beverly J.   
March 9, 2005 Beverly Jane Rudy, 73 passed away after an illness at the home
of her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Richard Leone in Jamesville. She
is formerly of Hood Avenue in Syracuse and Barrett Senior Apartments in
Jamesville. Shewas a bookkeeper and had formerly worked at Royal Electric and
at the County Board of Elections after her retirement. She is predeceased by
her parents, Edward and Laura Volz Ehrlich; and her son, Edward Rudy. She was
a member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church and enjoyed Bingo, cards, her family
and her many friends. Her family also includes her son, Dale Rudy of Palermo;
daughter-in-law, Jennifer Hyatt-Rudy of Morrisville; and six grandchildren,
Brent Leone, Ross Leone, Mike Rudy, Kate Rudy, Christopher Rudy, Tristan
Thorpe. Funeral services are Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Frasier-Shepardson
Funeral Home. Friends may visit with the family on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at
the funeral home, 1217 N. Salina St. Burial will be in the spring in Woodlawn
Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of CNY, 990 Seventh
North Street, Liverpool 13088 or St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 873 Dewitt
Street, Syracuse 13203.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Smith, Herbert T.   
March 7, 2005 Herbert T. Smith, 81, of Fayetteville, died Monday at home. He
was born on November 16, 1923 and raised by his parents, Raymond and Clara
Smith in Pelham, New York. Herb was a US Marine veteran of WWII. In 1946 he
moved to Syracuse withhis wife and daughter, beginning a long career in
manufacturing and human resources at Bristol Laboratories. In 1956, he
graduated from Syracuse University and by 1959 he had four children. He
retired from Bristol in 1982. Herb was active in the former Trinity Episcopal
Church in Syracuse, the Quarter Century Club (Bristol), the Board of Directors
at the SU Alumni Club of CNY and the East Side Racquet Club. He loved golf,
tennis, skiing and enjoyed numerous activities. Survivors: his wife of 22
years, Celeste Carmack Smith; his children, Pamela and Joseph Piraino, Herbert
and Sally Smith, Jr., David and Lorraine Smith, Christopher and Laura Smith;
grandchildren, Janet Claudfelter, Andrew and David Smith, Steven and Jessica
Smith; great-grandchildren, Courtney and Brooke Claudfelter; two
sisters-in-law, Eleanor and Barbara Smith and several nephews and a niece. He
was predeceased by two brothers, Raymond Smith, Jr., Richard Smith and by his
first wife of 35 years, Harriet S. McLane Smith. Funeral Services: 9:15 a.m.
Saturday at Eaton-Tubbs-Schepp Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Immaculate
Conception Church, Fayetteville. Burial, White Chapel Memory Gardens. Calling
hours will be Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 7191 E. Genesee
St., Fayetteville. Contributions: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of America,
CNY Chapter, 401 N. Salina St., Syracuse, NY 13203 or the Parkinson's Disease
Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, New York 10018.
EATON-TUBBS-SCHEPP Fayetteville 637-3214
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Thomas, Chester David   
March 9, 2005 Chester David Thomas, 59, of Morgan Road, Memphis (Jacks Reef),
died Wednesday at home. Born in Syracuse, Dave lived in Cato before moving to
Jacks Reef. He was formerly employed at Lipe Rollway Co. Dave was a1965
graduate of West Genesee High School. He was a 21-year member of the
Plainville Fire Dept. where he served as vice-president. Dave was formerly a
member of the Meridian Fire Dept. for 15 years. He was also active in the
Onondaga County Fire Police Association. Surviving are his wife of 38 years,
the former Joanne Holbrook; children, Shawn (Tina) Thomas, Kristian (Michelle)
Thomas, Lisa (Robert) Dattler, Tracy (Joseph) Ripa, Stephanie (Erin) Smith;
his mother, Virginia Nicolini; brothers, Roger Thomas, Chester David Thompson;
nine grandchildren; and best friend, Harold Crandon. Services will be 2 p.m.
Sunday in First Baptist Church, Memphis. Spring burial will be in Maple Grove
Cemetery. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Bush Funeral
Home, 15 N. Main St., Jordan. Contributions may be made to the Plainville Fire
Dept. or the American Heart Association. BUSH FUNERAL HOME Jordan 689-6116
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Witter, Ronald L.   
March 6, 2005 Ronald L. Witter, 55, of 6 Paul Street, Auburn, NY, and formerly
of Skaneateles, NY, passed away Sunday at the Auburn Memorial Hospital. A
resident of the area since 1964, he was a graduate of Skaneateles High School.
Surviving are his parents, Robert and Melba Witter of Winter Haven, FL; two
brothers, William (Janet) Witter of Skaneateles, NY, Robert Witter of Chapel
Hill, SC; nieces, nephews, and a grandniece. A memorial service will be held
in the spring. Memorials to either the Options for Independence or First
Presbyterian Church, Auburn. Arrangements are with Farrell's Funeral Service,
Inc., 84 South Street, Auburn, NY.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.

Young, Shirley E.   
March 9, 2005 Shirley E. Young, 41, of Fulton, NY, died Wednesday, March 9,
2005. Friends are invited to call on Friday, March 11, 2005, from 5 to 7 p.m.
at the Young & Son Funeral Home, 322 Oneida St., Fulton, NY. A funeral service
will be held immediately following calling hours at 7 p.m. at the funeral
home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/11/2005.