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Behn, Anna
May 4, 2005 Anna Behn of Orlando, passed away May 4, 2005. Funeral Services
and interment were at Temple Israel Cemetery on Friday, with Rabbi Richard
Cherver of Temple Israel officiating. Born in New York, October 1905. She was
the beloved wife of the late Solomon Behn whom she married in Syracuse, NY in
1925; loving mother of Jerome (Madeline) Behn. Cherished grandmother of Judith
Behn Suberman of Maitland, FL, Andrea Behn of Longwood, FL, Michael Behn of
Chicago, IL, Dr. Philip Behn of Bloomington, IN and Sharon Behn of Ashville,
NC; adored great-grandmother of seven; and devoted sister of Sara Myerowitz of
Rockville, MD, and to the late Melvyn and late, Sarah Meyer. In lieu of
flowers, donations, can be made in her name to Vitas Hospice. Services
entrusted to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel, 640 Lee Road, Orlando, Florida 32810
(407) 599-1180.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Brechue, Joseph W.
May 5, 2005 Joseph W. Brechue, 87, of Auburn. Mr. Brechue was born in Auburn.
He was a retired employee of ALCO. Surviving are his sons, Joseph and Robert
(Tina) Brechue of Auburn; two granddaughters, Elizabeth and Haley; brother,
Paul Brechue of FL; a very dear friend, Mary Hollington. Services: 9:30 a.m.
Monday at Sacred Heart Church. Family and friends are invited to call on
Sunday, May 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Heieck-Pelc Funeral Home, 42 E. Genesee
St., Auburn, NY. Contributions: Tyburn Academy, 50 Wallace Ave., Auburn, NY
13021.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Briggs Jr., James   
May 2, 2005 James Briggs, Jr., 81, formerly of LaFayette, died May 2, 2005 at
Van Dyun Hospital. Mr. Briggs was born in Fulton the son of James and Lumilla
LaVeck Briggs, July 28, 1923, attended Camden High School, joined the US Navy
in 1941 and was discharged in August 1946, retired after 24 years as a Truck
Driver for Syracuse Pottery, past Commander of Post 403, life member of the
Nat. Home and a member of the LaFayette Post 1955. Survived by his wife,
Eileen Briggs; three sons, Donald of Texas, Gregory of Liverpool, Michael of
TN; two daughters, Judy Daggett and Sandra Vecchio; two brothers, John and
Donald Van Schoick both of Camden; two sisters, LuElla Wozaleski deceased and
Susan Norman of Cicero; 11 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services May 9, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, 6033 Cherry
Valley Rd., LaFayette. Rev. John Kloepfer officiating. Burial at Onondaga
County Veterans Cemetery. HALL FUNERAL HOME
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Byron, Grace H.   
May 5, 2005 Grace H. Byron, 96, of Central Square, died Thursday at Crouse
Hospital, Syracuse. Born in Cape Vincent, NY, she lived in West Monroe before
moving to Central Square nine years ago. Mrs. Byron was a member of the
Calvary Baptist Church in Brewerton for over 30 years. She was predeceased by
her husband, Gerald, Sr. in 1996. Survivors include one daughter, Joan Neuroth
of New Port Richie, FL; two sons, Gerald, Jr. of N. Syracuse and David of
Honeoye Fall, NY; one sister, Estelle Darling of Adams; eight grandchildren;
nine great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Calling Hours
will be Monday, May 9, 2005 from 1 to 3 p.m. with a service to follow at 3
p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church in Brewerton. Graveside Services will be
Tuesday, May 10, 2005 at 10 a.m. at the Greenlawn Memorial Park in Warners,
NY. Contributions may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church Memorial Fund, St.
Rt. 11, Brewerton, NY 13029. Watson Funeral Home Inc., Central Square, has
charge of arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Heller, LeRoy Francis
May 3, 2005 LeRoy Francis Heller, 80, died Tuesday, May 3, 2005, in the Hilton
Head Hospital, Hilton Head Island, SC. He was born in Utica, NY, on August 31,
1924, the son of the late LeRoy Heller and Marguerite McPhillips Heller. Mr.
Heller was a retired Environmental Engineer for General Electric. He was a
decorated US Navy veteran, who served 32 months in the South Pacific during
WWII. He was a member of St. Gregory The Great Catholic Church in Bluffton,
SC, a member of the Knights of Columbus, William E. Burke-Utica Council #189;
the Veteran's Club of Sun City; Irish Heritage Club; Ancient Order of
Hibernians, Utica, NY; he was an avid golfer; and a baseball coach of youth
baseball, in Whitesboro, NY. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Ann R.
Heller of Bluffton, SC; one son, Michael L. (Kathleen) Heller of
Baldwinsville; two daughters, Maureen (Robert) Postiglion of New Hartford, and
Susan Heller of Mt. Laurel, NJ; one sister, Marguerite (John) Dillon of New
Hartford; two sisters-in-law, Virginia Sabonis and Diane Reilly, both of
Whitesboro; grandchildren, Christopher, Amy, and Andrew Postiglion, all of New
Hartford, and Katrina, Kristan, Kaitlyn, and Patrick Heller, all of
Baldwinsville; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Monday
10:30 a.m. from the J.W. Dimbleby Funeral Home, Forty Main Street, Whitesboro,
and 11:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Church, Whitesboro, where the Funeral Mass will
be celebrated. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Clinton. Calling
hours are Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to
St. Gregory The Great Catholic Church School Fund, 333 Fording Island Rd.,
Bluffton, SC 29910.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Koagel, Catherine E.   
May 4, 2005 Catherine E. Koagel, 62, of Liverpool, passed away Wednesday, at
home in the company of her loving family, after a long illness. A lifelong
resident of Central New York, "Katie" worked at University Hospital for 25
years. She is sur-vived by her sisters, Carolyn (William) Johnson of North
Syracuse, Susan Koagel of East Syracuse; brothers, Willard (Julie) Koagel of
North Syracuse, Robert (Liz) Koagel of Mattydale, Thomas (Charlene) Koagel of
Florida; her niece and best friend, Michelle Johnson of North Syracuse; as
well as several other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She is
also survived by her feline and furry loved ones, Maggie, Mike, and Molly. A
funeral service will be held 9 a.m Monday, May 9, 2005 at the Maurer Funeral
Home Moyers Corners and 10 a.m in St. Rose of Lima Church, 411 S. Main St.,
North Syracuse. Burial will be in North Syracuse Cemetery. Calling hours will
be 2 to 5 p.m Sunday, May 8, 2005 at the funeral home, 3541 Route 31,
Baldwinsville. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association,
5575 Thompson Rd., Dewitt, NY 13214. Maurer Funeral Home, Inc.
www.maurerfuneralhome.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Kuriatnyk, Paul
May 5, 2005 Paul Kuriatnyk, 77, of Syracuse, passed away Thursday at St.
Joseph's Hospital. Born in Syracuse, he attended Vocational High School and
was a foreman for Syracuse University for over 40 years before his retirement.
He was a member of the Oneida Lake Assoc. and was an avid hunter and fisherman
and loved the outdoors. He served his country with pride in the US Navy during
WWII serving with the Armed Guard in the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters.
Survivors: his wife of 55 years, Helen; a daughter, Susan Smith (Frank) of
Atlanta, GA; brothers-in-law, Joseph Chilinski (Sophie) and Jack Cantwell; a
sister-in-law, Helen Chilinski and several nieces and nephews. His son, Paul
T, passed away in 1970. Services: 6 p.m. Monday at the GIMINSKI-WYSOCKI
FUNERAL HOME. Inurnment: Onondaga Co. Veterans Cemetery. Friends may call on
the family from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, 1320 W. Genesee St.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Loucks, William F.   
May 5, 2005 William F. Loucks, 61, of Liverpool, passed away Thursday. Born in
Syracuse, he was a graduate of Central Tech High School, Mohawk Valley
Community College and Oswego State Teachers College. He formerly was employed
as aTrainer for School Bus Drivers with the West Genesee Central School
District, Onondaga County Park Ranger for 15 years, retired school teacher
with the Lafayette Central School District, taught at the Gillette Road Middle
School of the North Syracuse Central School District and taught summer driver
education for the East Syracuse-Minoa Central School District. He was a member
of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Liverpool, Liverpool Fire Department, and was
active in numerous State and County Fire Police and Fire Department
Associations. He is survived by his brother, John D. Loucks, Sr., of
Liverpool; nephews, John D. Loucks Jr., of Liverpool, Donald A. Loucks of
Shelby, NC; uncle and aunt, Kenneth and Shirley Hurst of Liverpool, aunt,
Hattie Loucks of Liverpool. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in the
Maurer Funeral Home. Interment in North Syracuse Cemetery. Calling hours 5 to
8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, 300 Second St., Liverpool. Contributions
may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 210 Hazel St., Liverpool, NY 13088.
Maurer Funeral Home, Inc. www.maurerfuneralhome.com
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

May, Mary Janet
May 5, 2005 Mary Janet May, 79, of Larchmont Ave., Utica, passed away at her
home May 5, 2005, after a brief illness. Mary was born in Utica, NY, November
1, 1925, the daughter of J. Harry and Marjorie Luker Latus. She was raised and
educated in Utica, and was a graduate of St. Francis de Sales School. On
October 25, 1947, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Utica, with her uncle, Msgr.
Joseph Luker, officiating, Mary was united in marriage with William P. May.
Mary was a member of Historic Old St. John's Church, Utica, its Lady's Guild,
and a volunteer for a number of years with Meals On Wheels. She enjoyed her
spare time reading and doing her crossword puzzles. A devoted wife, Mary was
proud of her children's and grandchildren's accomplishments. She is survived
by her husband William; two daughters and a son-in-law, Cathy and James
Crimmer of Baldwinsville, and Susan E. May, also of Baldwinsville; two sons
and daughters-in-law, Patrick and Paula Ann May of Utica, Dr. Stephen and
Elizabeth May of Clinton; seven grandchildren, Jim and Joe Crimmer,
Baldwinsville, Pamela and Patrice May, Utica, and Stephanie, Katie and Matthew
May of Clinton. She also leaves a sister-in-law, Ann Latus of Stittville. Mary
was predeceased by one sister, Marjorie Ann Gaffney, and one brother, Jack
Latus. Mrs. May's funeral will be held Saturday, May 7, 2005, at 8:45 a.m. at
the Heintz Funeral Home, 408 Herkimer Road, N. Utica, and at 9:30 a.m. at
Historic Old St. John's Church, Utica, where her Mass of Christian Burial will
be celebrated. Her burial will take place in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Whitestown.
Calling hours at the funeral home will be held Friday (this evening) from 4 to
7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's memory would be appreciated to
Historic Old St. John's Memorial Fund.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard from 5/6/2005 - 5/7/2005.

McFarlane, Mary Lou
April 11, 2005 Mary Lou McFarlane, 69, passed away April 11, 2005, in The
Villages, Florida, where she and her husband, David, maintain a winter home.
She was born in Oswego to Stanley and Mary Worden and attended Fulton schools.
She was married in 1960and is survived by her husband; and three daughters,
Heather McFarlane, Mill Valley, California, Kim McFarlane, Fulton, Terri
McFarlane, Anthony, Florida; three grandchildren; brother, David Worden,
Greer, SC; and sister, Carol Worden, Orange City, Florida. Lou was a loving
housewife and an avid golfer at Beaver Meadows Country Club and The Villages
golf courses. Graveside services were held on Saturday, April 16, at Highland
Memorial Park, Ocala, Florida. A memorial service will be held on Saturday,
May 14, at 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 1408 State Route
176, Fulton, with a buffet lunch at Beaver Meadows Country Club following the
service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United
Methodist Church of Fulton Memorial Fund or to a charity of your choice.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Nagel, Marie J.   
May 6, 2005 Marie J. Nagel, 82, of Fulton, died Friday. Surviving: daughter,
Linda Nagel; son, Gerald (Sharyn) Nagel; a granddaughter; nieces and nephews.
Services: 9 a.m. Monday at Foster Funeral Home, Fulton. Burial: Fairdale Rural
Cemetery. Calling hours 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, 910 Fay
Street, Fulton.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Nellenback, Magdalene B.
May 6, 2005 Magdalene B. Nellenback, 84, of Boonville, passed away Friday, May
6, 2005. She is survived by seven sons, Michael E. Nellenback and wife, Gail
of Auburn, Thomas R. Nellenback and wife, Gail of Boonville, David L.
Nellenback and wife, Linda of Apex, NC, Daniel C. Nellenback and wife, Mary of
Auburn, Cassimer J. Nellenback, Jr. and wife, Chris of Syracuse, Timothy L.
Nellenback and wife, Jo Ann of Lancaster, PA, and Randal J. Nellenback of
Lakeport; one daughter, Mrs. Richard (Constance) Potter of Tully; 34
grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; twp great-great-grandchildren; two
sisters, Helen Sylvester of Olmsteadville, and Mrs. Thomas (Mary Ann) Kenealy
of Rome; many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was
predeceased by a son, John W. "Jack" Nellenback in 1992; a grandson, Mark in
1967; and three brothers, Richard Croniser in 1961, Frederick Croniser in
1998, and Carl Croniser in 2004. A prayer service for Mrs. Nellenback will be
at 12 noon Monday at the Trainor Funeral Home, 143 Schuyler St., Boonville,
followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. at St. Mary's Church,
Constableville, with Rev. Lawrence Marullo, Pastor, as celebrant. Interment
will follow in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Constableville. Calling hours will be
from 7 to 9 Saturday (tonight) and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the
funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative
Care, Inc., 4277 Middle Settlement Road, New Hartford, NY 13413.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

O'Brien, Michael C.
May 1, 2005 Michael C. O'Brien, 39, and a resident of Seattle, Washington and
formerly of Oswego, NY died Sunday May 1, 2005 while climbing Mt. Everest with
his brother, Christopher O'Brien. Michael was born in Oswego and was the son
of Dr. David D. O'Brien, Jr., and the late Alice Mack O'Brien who died in
1996. Mr. O'Brien was educated in Oswego schools and was a graduate of Oswego
State University, he received his Masters Degree in International Relations
from Syracuse University. He was employed as a mountaineering instructor, a
whitewater rafting guide and bartender with the Seattle Mariners and Seattle
Seahawks Michael is survived by his longtime partner and soulmate, Rebecca
Stodola of Seattle, Washington; his father, Dr. David D. O'Brien, Jr. and his
father's wife, Joan Jackson, both of Oswego; two brothers, David O'Brien III
of McLean, Virginia and Christopher O'Brien of Haddonfield, NJ; three sisters,
Kathryn Caltabiano of Phoenix, NY, Meghan Donaldson of Summit, NJ and Alice
Ross of Sunnyvale, California; family members, Cynthia Chapman of Occoquan,
Virginia, Tyler Chapman, of Stowe, Vermont and Protus Mayunga of Haddonfield,
NJ; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his mother, he was
predeceased by a sister, Diane Barry. Funeral services will be Thursday 10:30
a.m. in St. Mary's Church. In lieu of public calling hours, the family invites
all friends to a reception at the American Foundry immediately following the
Mass, to share a celebration of Michael's life. In lieu of flowers,
contributions may be made to The Hereditary Disease Foundation, 1303 Pico
Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405 in the name of the HDF Everest Expedition or
online at www.hdfoundation.org Arrangements by the Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Poole, Steven D.
May 3, 2005 Steven D. Poole, 42, of Liverpool, passed away Tuesday with his
family by his side after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was a
devoted husband, father, son and friend to all who knew him. Steve was always
there for anyone whoneeded his help. He had a passion for an active life
style. Friends and family benefited from his many talents in this regard.
Steve will be remembered with love and missed by all. He was born in
Northfield, Vermont and spent most of his life in Liverpool. Steve was
employed for the past ten years with Installations Unlimited of C.N.Y. as
General Manager. Prior to that he was Vice President and General Manager of
Americar Rental Systems. Survived by his wife of seven years, Colleen Wall
Poole; daughters, Jordyn, Meghan Poole of Clay and Kristen Poole of
Baldwinsville; son, Sean Poole of Baldwinsville; father, Douglas Poole of
Liverpool; mother, Frances Poole of Florida; brother, Michael Poole of Las
Vegas; grandmother, Eunice Beardsley of Saranac Lake; grandfather, Homer Poole
of Massachusetts. Calling hours Sunday 2 to 5 p.m at the FARONE & SON. Funeral
services Monday 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home and 10 a.m. in Sacred Heart
Church of Cicero. Burial in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Contributions may be
made to Hospice of C.N.Y, 990 7th North St., Liverpool, NY 13088. Dignity
FARONE & SON FUNERAL HOME 1500 PARK ST. Four Generations of Funeral Directors
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Pyke, Charles M.   
May 5, 2005 Charles M. Pyke, 63, a resident of Lake Rd., Sodus Point, NY,
passed away May 5, 2005 at the Oswego Hospital. Born in Oswego, NY, he was the
son of the late Frank and Marjorie (Estabrook) Pyke. He was a graduate of
local schools and a BA at Onondaga Community College. He was a member of the
Army Reserve and served with the Coast Guard Aux, Sodus Pt. He was parts
manager for Stone's Sleds of Newark, NY. He also worked at Oak Park Marina in
Sodus Point. Mr. Pyke enjoyed snowmobiling, motorcycling, 4-wheeling and
boating. He was past president of the Osceola Snowmobile Club. Surviving are
one son, James Pyke and Jennifer Hoffman of New Jersey; two sisters, Mary
Allis (Joseph) Latt of South Carolina, Marjorie (James) Melfi of Oswego;
several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at
the Nelson Funeral Home. Calling 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Funeral Home, 124
West Fifth St., Oswego.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Shelley, Nancy Lee   
May 4, 2005 Nancy Lee Shelley, 67, of 3816 Oak Hill Road, Marietta, died
unexpectedly Wednesday at Community General Hospital. A life resident of
Marietta, she was the Town Historian for the past 14 years, and was a graduate
of Tully High School. Shewas a member of the Amber Congregational Church and a
member and President of the Otisco Senior Citizens. Surviving are her husband
of 39 years, Kenneth H. Shelley; two sons, Timothy J. and Tobias J. (Melanie)
Shelley both of Marietta; a brother, Alan Patterson of N. Carolina; and five
grandchildren, Joel, Amber and Caleb Shelley, Mason and Taber Sunderland.
Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Ballweg & Lunsford Funeral Home, Inc.,
Lafayette. Burial will be private. Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at
the funeral home, 2584 Field Lane. Contributions may be made to the American
Heart Association, 5575 Thompson Road, DeWitt, New York 13214. Please light a
candle in memory of Nancy at www.ballweg-lunsford.com Ballweg & Lunsford
Funeral Home "Helping You make the right choices"
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Shepard, Doris   
May 6, 2005 Doris Shepard, 93, of Central Square, NY, died Friday, May 6. She
was born in Syracuse. Doris was a resident of Cicero before moving to Central
Square. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence in 1994. Survivors: two
sons, David (Pat) Shepard of Cicero, Richard (Rosalie) Shepard of Georgia; two
daughters, Barbara (Fred) Edwards, Carol (Matt) Frey both of Cicero; 15
grandchildren; and 37 great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held
Tuesday, May 10, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at the Williams Funeral Home, Cicero, NY.
Burial will be in White Chapel Memory Gardens, Dewitt. Calling hours will be
Monday, May 9 from 4 to 7 p.m. at 8261 S. Main Street (Rt. 11) Cicero, NY.
Services will be conducted by Reverend Joseph Adams of the First Baptist
Church of Central Square. Contributions may be made to the First Baptist
Church of Central Square, Route 11, Central Square, NY 13026.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Sobolewski, Edmund W.
May 5, 2005 Mr. Edmund W. Sobolewski, 80, of Robinwood Drive, formerly of
Syracuse, New York, died peacefully Thursday at Ellis Hospital after a long
illness. Edmund was born August 4, 1924 in Plains, PA, the son of the late
Walter and LillianLuckenbach Sobolewski. He was a graduate of Bucknell
University and obtained his PhD. from Syracuse University in Chemical
engineering. Edmund was a WWII army veteran serving with the United States
Army and he took part in the Battle of the Bulge. He was employed for over 35
years as a chemical engineer for Allied Chemical in Syracuse, retiring in
1991. After retiring, Edmund did some consulting in chemical engineering and
was very involved with Onondaga Lake research and environmental studies in
Syracuse. Edmund was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church in Camillus,
NY. He was a member of Alpha Chi Sigma an honorary chemical engineering
fraternity. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by a sister, the
late Edwina Hunter. Survivors include his loving and devoted wife, Marilyn
Merz Sobolewski whom he married June 28, 1952; four loving children and their
spouses, Carol and Michael Adams of Greensboro, NC, Judy and David Adams of
Charlotte, NC, Mark and Kelly Sobolewski of Clifton Park, NY; and Scott and
Shari Sobolewski of Charlotte, NC; three dear sisters and two brother-in-laws,
Alice Voycheck of Goffstown, NH, Irene Sillup of Bethlehem, PA, Helen and
Edward Wojciechowski of Vineland, NJ, and Robert Hunter of Boothwyn, PA; 13
precious grandchildren, Emily Brereton, Elissa, Aaron, and Amy Adams, Scott
and Sara Sobolewski, Brevan Sullivan, Andrew, Michael, Becky Adams, Eric,
Katie and Stephen Sobolewski. Edmund is also survived by several loving nieces
and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the
convenience of the family. At the request of the family there will be no
calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the Gordon C.
Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Route 9, Clifton Park, New York 12065. In lieu of
flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ed's Memory to the Immanuel
United Methodist Church, 303 Kasson Road, Camillus, New York 13031-0335.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.


Southworth, Gregory J.   
May 5, 2005 Gregory J. Southworth, 46, of 12147 Rt. 38, Red Creek, died
Thursday in Auburn Memorial Hospital after being struck by a falling tree.
Born in Syracuse, Greg lived in Weedsport before moving to the Town of Victory
in 1991.He was a construction worker for several years. Greg was a Marine
veteran and a member of the LaBuff-Cole American Legion Post 911 of Cato. He
was very dedicated to his wife, children and grandchildren. They meant the
world to him. Greg enjoyed camping and the outdoors. Surviving are his wife,
the former Debra Hefti; children, Anthony J. Southworth of Fulton, David Hefti
of Voldosta, GA, Stephanie M. Southworth of Auburn, and Melissa E. Korthas of
Red Creek; three brothers, William of W. Monroe, Christopher of Oswego, and
Raymond Southworth of Camillus; three sisters, Rosemary Blackman of CA, Debbie
Bowen of Syracuse, and Denise Cummings of Liverpool; eight grandchildren.
Services will be 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Bush Funeral Home, Elbridge. Friends
may call 4 to 6:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, 120 E. Main St.
Contributions may be made for the family in care of Hans and Joyce Hefti, 1854
Briggs Drive, Port Byron, NY 13140. BUSH FUNERAL HOME Elbridge 689-6116
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

VanFleet, Edna Holsapple   
May 5, 2005 Edna Holsapple VanFleet, 95, of Wolcott, NY, died Thursday. Edna
was born October 24, 1909 the daughter of the late Harrison and Lillian Clark
Guinup. She is survived by a son, Richard (Mary) Holsapple of Lodi, OH; two
grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several stepchildren and
stepgrandchildren; two sisters, Lillian Randall of Mesa, AZ and Leona Whitney
of Bernhards Bay, NY; and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours: 2 p.m.
Sunday, May 8 at Becker Funeral Home, Church St., Red Creek. Funeral Services
will immediately follow at 2 p.m. Burial: Bethel Cemetery. Contributions:
Lifetime Care, 1120 S. Main St., Newark, NY 14513.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.

Ware, Ethel M.   
May 5, 2005 Ethel M. Ware, 81, of Port Byron. Survivors: Husband, Robert A.
Ware and family. Services: Private. Audioun Funeral Home has charge of
arrangements. Contributions: Port Byron Ambulance Fund, PO Box 367, Port
Byron, NY 13140.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 5/7/2005.