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LOUNSBURY, Shirley Guiendon, 93, passed away on June 14, 2019. Memorial service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2019, in St. Peter and John Episcopal Church, 169 Genesee St., Auburn. Brew Funeral Home, Auburn, is in charge of the arrangements.
AUBURN — Norma Rumpf Mason, 96, of Owasco, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 23, 2019, at her home.
Norma was employed at Ginsberg Dress Factory, Springside Inn, and was proprietor of Mason’s Liquor Store. She was very involved in her community, volunteering for several organizations throughout the years. Above this, her love and devotion to her family was her greatest passion. She loved adventures and had a wonderful sense of humor, providing us with laughs to last a lifetime.
Norma is survived by five children, Jackie (Mike) Southard, Dana Mason, Wayne (Angela Criazzo) Mason, Gary (Theresa) Mason, and Kristin (Ron Dean) Belz; six grandchildren, Ryan Southard, Scott (Laura) Southard, Christopher (Amy Bolognino) Mason, Tate (Nicholas Johnston) Mason, Sarah Belz, and Tyler Mason, and her sister, Marilyn (Edwin) Hopkins.
She was predeceased by her husband, Jay D. Mason, and her siblings, Robert (Rita) Rumpf, Donald Rumpf, Joan (Robert) Weins, Kenny (Clara) Rumpf, and Dicky Rumpf.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the aides that helped care for Norma. Their care and devotion is greatly appreciated.
Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 27, at Pettigrass Funeral Home. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, followed by burial in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Norma may make donations to Owasco Fire Department, Hospice of the Finger Lakes, or Sacred Heart Church.
CLIFTON SPRINGS — Sandra K. Dyer, age 83, died peacefully at Clifton Springs Hospital, Sunday, June 23, 2019, surrounded by her family.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday at the Cheney Funeral Home, 70 Main St., Phelps. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 27, in the Clifton Springs Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery.
It is requested that donations be made in memory of Mrs. Dyer to the 1400 Comfort Care Unit at Clifton Springs Hospital, 2 Coulter Road, Clifton Springs, NY 14432.
Mrs. Dyer was born on Aug. 1, 1935 in Lyons, N.Y., the daughter of the late Howard and Lucy Janto Smith. Sandie enjoyed life and loved having fun. She enjoyed playing cards and loved Mahjong. She also enjoyed gardening. She loved playing golf and played 36 holes a day. She belonged to Dutch Hollow Country Club in Auburn, North Shore Country Club in Sneads Ferry, N.C., and Bentwinds Country Club in Fuquay-Varina, N.C. Most of all, she loved her family and her grandchildren.
She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Raymond Dyer Jr., of Palmyra; children, Patricia (Christopher) Harkins, of Arizona, Robin (Brian) Dodge, of Clifton Springs, and Cheryl (Freddy) Kojima, of Tennessee; grandchildren, Christopher and Sean Harkins, Candice and Ashley Dodge, Mia and Erin Kojima; great-grandchildren, Sawyer Davis, and Gracie and Carly Harkins; sister, Geraldine Raymond, of Massachusetts; several nieces and nephews.
OLMSTED, Ohio — David E. Babbitt passed away on June 20 2019, beloved husband of 62 years to the late Joyce W. Babbitt; extraordinary loving father to David, Douglas, Susan, and Kathleen, and dear brother of the late Duane Babbitt. His legacy of faith lives on through his 11 grandchildren and their families.
He was a master electrician and “jack of all trades” who would always lend a helping hand to those in need. He was a beacon of truth, light, and compassion to all who knew him.
A funeral service was held at 7 p.m. Monday, June 24, 2019, in Columbia Road Baptist Church, 4116 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2019, in Lakeview Cemetery, Fleming, N.Y.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Columbia Road Baptist Church, 4116 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, OH 44070.
Arrangements entrusted to Slone & Co. Funeral Directors. www.slonecares.com
BELCHERTOWN, Mass. — April Bloss-Mckeen, 55, of Belchertown, Mass., passed away on June 14, 2019.
April was born in the Philippines, the daughter of Ralph Bloss and Christine Gumm. April was raised in Holyoke, Mass. and lived most of her life in the Auburn area.
April is survived by her parents, and her daughters, Stephanie Bertonica and Crystal Miller, both of Auburn; one granddaughter, and two brothers, John and Mark Bloss.
Memorial services for April will be conducted at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at the Heieck-Pelc Funeral Home, LLC, 42 E. Genesee St., Auburn, NY.
Family has requested in lieu of flowers, in memory of April to the E.J. Gavaras Center, 182 North St., Auburn, NY 13021.
Please visit www.heieckpelcfuneralhome.com to send a condolence or light a candle.
AUBURN — Walter W. Griffin Jr., 71, of Auburn, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019.
Walter loved telling and doing practical jokes. He also enjoyed doing puzzles and watching TV. He will be remembered for being a great husband, father, and brother.
He is survived by his wife, Cathy Griffin; brother, Roger Yale; sister, Martha Hyde, and nieces, Taylor, Breanna, and Shannon Griffin.
Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday, June 28, 2019, at Brew Funeral Home, 48 South St., Auburn, with a service and military honors to follow at 2 p.m.
WOODSTOCK, Ga. — Maureen Hebert, age 82, of Woodstock, Ga., formerly of Auburn, N.Y., passed away on June 11, 2019.
Maureen was born to the late Thomas and Elsie McKenna in Salford, England.
Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Richard; sister, Joyce, of Spain; three children, Janice Daum (David), of Auburn, Karen Hebert, of Georgia, and Wayne Hebert (Linda), of North Carolina; five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
Maureen will be laid to rest in the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Ga.
Please consider donations in Maureen’s memory to Wellstar Community Hospice at www.wellstar.org or Wellstar Foundation Angel Fund, 805 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta, GA 30066.
Share a memory or condolence with the family at www.woodstockfuneralhome.com.
CATO — Sarah M. Hubbard, 94, of Cato, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at Auburn Nursing Home.
She was born in Ira, N.Y. Sarah enjoyed her family, friends, and crossword puzzles.
Sarah is survived by her children, Fred Hubbard, of Auburn, and Edward (Patricia) Hubbard, of Cato; her sister, Betty Yelton, of Franklin, Ohio; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Sarah was predeceased by her husband, Maynard G. Hubbard.
Calling hours will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. on Monday, June 24, at White Chapel Funeral Home, 2719 Erie Drive, Weedsport. A memorial service will follow immediately at 5 p.m.
Donations in Sarah’s name may be made to the Cato Christian Fellowship, 2570 Main St., Cato, NY 13033.
CORNALL, Mr. Christopher M., 46, passed away June 15, 2019. Funeral services at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 29, 2019, in Sacred Heart Church, Auburn. Calling hours from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, June 28, 2019, at Farrell's Funeral Service, Inc., 84 South St., Auburn.
COOPER, William C., 49, of Auburn, passed away on Nov. 5, 2018. There will be a graveside committal service at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2019, in Fleming Rural Cemetery. Brew Funeral Home, Auburn, is in charge of the arrangements.
PITTSFORD — David Rusin, 61, passed away on June 16, 2019.
He was predeceased by his father, John Rusin.
He is survived by his mother, Clara Rusin, of Auburn; his beloved brother, John Rusin, of Auburn; sisters, Mary (Wayne) Pisano, of Lake Ariel, Pa., Claire Rusin, of Auburn, and Nancy (Randy) Gable, of Weedsport; his beloved nieces, Claire Pisano, of Gladstone, N.J., Valerie (Doug) Scott, of Pipersville, Pa., and Grace Swientonioski, of Weedsport; beloved nephews, Alex Pisano, of Kansas City, Kan., and Rick Swientonioski, of Rochester, N.Y.; his estranged daughter, Leah Rusin; many cousins; and a multitude of friends and business associates.
David was known for his heart of gold and his willingness to help nearly everyone he met. Often working behind the scenes, David financed many causes that were near and dear to his heart, always thinking of the poor and needy. His brother, John, whom God created in a way that would influence David’s compassion for those less gifted, held the most special place in his heart. He was a successful businessman and entrepreneur with a brilliant mind and fiber optics trade magazines featured articles authored by him. He won many awards for his business acumen and success. David inherited an incredible sense of humor from his mom and was a practical joker. Most of all, David was deeply religious and prepared himself for his final resting place with God his entire life. One of the finest people on this planet, David will be missed by an incredible number of people, especially his Auburn family.
As per his wishes, David’s life will be celebrated at a Mass in his hometown of Auburn, N.Y. at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2019, in Holy Family Church, 85 North St., Auburn, NY 13021.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Willow Domestic Violence Center, P.O. Box 39601, Rochester, NY 14604 or online at willowcenterny.org/donate/ or by phone (585) 232-5200, ext. 226 in his memory.
To share a memory with the family or leave a condolence, please visit www.heieckpelcfuneralhome.com.
AUBURN — Patricia “Patty” Ann Miller, 62, of Auburn, passed away June 14, 2019, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse.
Patty was daughter to the late Patrick Miller and Rita Ferrante Miller, born on Sept. 22, 1956 in Syracuse. She enjoyed cooking, especially Italian food. She was employed in Rochester as a CNA. Her greatest love was her children and grandchildren.
Patty is survived by her children, Richard (Annika) Graham Jr., of Texas, Summer Graham Swartwood, of Weedsport, Robert (Shena Shantel) Barton, of Oneida, Jessica Barton, of Oneida and Jamie May Miller, of Weedsport; her grandchildren, Julian, Michael, and Soleil Graham, Samantha, Kody, and Austin Swartwood, Devon Barton and Zion and Amani Mkono; her sister, Theresa Miller Weber, of Auburn; and her nephew, George Graham.
A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, in St. Mary’s Church, Auburn. Friends may visit with the family prior to Mass from 10 to 10:45 a.m. in the church.
Arrangements are with White Chapel Funeral Home, Weedsport.
GROTON — Terry “Papa” G. Stone, of Old Stage Road, Groton, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at Hospicare after an extended illness.
Born March 28, 1946 in Salamanca, N.Y., he was the son of the late David and Margaret Terry Stone.
Having been an area resident for many years, he had been an entrepreneur with owning and operating the Real Deal Bait shop in Groton; as well as he had graduated from Meat Cutter’s school and had been employed with various local stores in the area and had worked at Owasco Meats where he not only used his culinary skills but also developed a close and lasting friendship with Larry the owner. He had enjoyed hunting and fishing, relishing time spent along a dock, along a creek, or on the deck in the open wide waters. He treasured the time he spent with his beloved wife, Sandra, who was taken so quickly from his side on May 2.
He is survived by his children, Todd (Tammy) Stone, of Moravia, Scott Stone, of Auburn, Tammy (Craig) Schafer, of New Jersey, and Lisa (Steven) Condes, of Moravia; step children, Sherri (James) Lockwood, and Hank (Vicki) Anderson, both of Groton, Richard (Jennifer) Anderson, of Daytona, Fla., and Gary (Robin) Anderson, of McLean; he has 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; as well as siblings, Mark (Lorraine) Stone, of Fillmore, Mary (James) Young, and Electa (Paul) Hollier, both of Angelica, N.Y., and Davina (Steven) Foti, of Rhode Island; several nieces and nephews; and the mother of his children, Roxie Collier, of Moravia.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2019, at Zirbel Funeral Home, 115 Williams St., Groton, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. with burial to follow in the Groton Rural Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in Terry’s name may be directed to Hospicare, 172 East King Road, Ithaca, NY 14850.
Condolences may be made to Papa Terry’s guest book at www.zirbelfuneralhome.com.
WEAVER, Austin G. "Aussie," 83, of Moravia, died on May 1, 2019. Memorial services at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2019, in Christ United Methodist Church, 36 Church St., Moravia. A reception will be held following the services at the Moravia V.F.W. Post #7127.
STOELZEL, William George, 91, of Auburn, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 14, 2019. Calling hours from 4 to 6:30 p.m. today at the Plis Funeral Home, 220 State St., Auburn; religious services will follow at 6:30 p.m. Burial will be private.
STONE, Terry G., 73, of Groton, N.Y., died Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at Hospicare, Ithaca. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2019, at the Zirbel Funeral Home, 115 Williams St., Groton. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Groton Rural Cemetery.
ONORI, John A., 82, of Auburn, passed away June 16, 2019. Calling hours from 4 to 7 p.m. today in Sacred Heart Church. Mass of Christian burial at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in Sacred Heart Church. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Contributions to The Commons on Saint Anthony, 3 St. Anthony St., Auburn, NY 13021. Arrangements are by Pettigrass Funeral Home.
CASPER, Joseph Charles, 87, of Aurelius, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2019. Calling hours from 4 to 7 p.m. today at Pettigrass Funeral Home, 196 Genesee St., Auburn. Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Alphonsus Church. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
AUBURN — Shirley Guiendon Lounsbury, 93, passed away on June 14, 2019, with her loving family at her side.
She was born in Binghamton, N.Y. on Aug. 24, 1925 to the late Morris and Gladys Arend Guiendon and married Donald A. Lounsbury on April 6, 1946. Shirley worked for Welch Allyn managing the production control line until her retirement. In her later years she enjoyed being active in many different senior activities and clubs.
She was predeceased by her husband, Donald A. Lounsbury Sr.; son, Donald A. Lounsbury II; daughter, Anne Marie Flaker; and her two sisters, Elizabeth (Walter) Hennessey and Dorothy Jean (Guy) Dougherty.
Shirley is survived by her son, William Norrett Lounsbury and his wife, Debbie; daughter-in-law, Kathy Lounsbury; grandchildren, Chris, Jeff, Matt, Robert, and Philip Flaker, Jason Lounsbury, and Elizabeth Leahy; great-grandchildren, Sara, Ben, Nicklas, Olivia, Harper, Sadie, Chris, Kaleigh, Dustin, Caleb, and Lacey; many nieces and nephews; and special friends, Carol Watkins, Debbie Canale Riester, and Tara Lounsbury.
There will be a memorial service at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, in St. Peter and John Episcopal Church, 169 Genesee St., Auburn.
Brew Funeral Home, Auburn, is in charge of the arrangements.
AUBURN — Charles O. Chappell, 74, of North Division Street, Auburn, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2019.
Mr. Chappell was born in Auburn on May 22, 1945, to the late Irving and Betty Carlson Chappell.
Charles is survived by his sisters, Vina Lupo and Emma Pisano.
There will be no calling hours or services.
Arrangements are with White Chapel Funeral Home Inc., Auburn.
AUBURN — Jean S. Roberts, RN, of 7 Throop Ave., Auburn, passed away on June 15, 2019, at The Commons on St. Anthony.
She was born in Syracuse to Carl and Edwina (Bantle) Schenkenberger in 1934. Jean graduated from Nottingham High School in Syracuse and earned her RN at Cayuga Community College. She loved nursing and caring for others with equal parts, heart and grit. She was so determined to become a nurse that before earning her RN, she worked nights, studied for her LPN license by day, and kept her family fed and in clean clothes. Later, she worked at Auburn Community Hospital, Cayuga County Nursing Home, and at the end of her career at BOCES, teaching both nursing and life skills to those studying to become nurse’s aides. With her husband, David, for many years she operated a square dance fashion store, a business that allowed her to travel the Northeast making friends through square dancing.
Her surviving family members include David, her husband of 64 years; her children, John (Laurelyn) Roberts, Karen (Alan) Betz, and Ellen (Michael) Ferro; the grandchildren she loved to spoil are Margot (Chris) Stotler, Michael D. Ferro, Vincent Ferro, Samuel Ferro, and Katherine Betz.
She was predeceased by her brother, Carl, and is survived by her sister, Barbara Kinney.
Jean was a communicant of St. Peter and John Episcopal Church. The family wishes to send special thanks to the third floor staff at The Commons for their love and heartfelt care.
Calling hours are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, at Langham Funeral Home, LLC. Funeral services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, followed by burial in Fort Hill Cemetery.
Omission of flowers is requested and contributions may be made to the memorial fund at St. Peter and John Episcopal Church, Auburn.
Please visit www.Langhamfuneralhomellc.com to leave a condolence.
BRADENTON, Fla. — Toni Shrimpton, 67, of Bradenton, Fla., passed away at her home on June 16, 2019.
Toni was born in Auburn on May 1, 1952, to the late David Shrimpton Sr. and Edith Shrimpton. Toni was a graduate of Auburn High School, but spent most of her school years at Southern Cayuga. She worked in Auburn for many years for various manufacturing companies, including Welch Allyn, General Products, and Bombardier. She later moved to Florida and finished her career with L3 Communications, retiring in 2018. She was a very dedicated and hard worker all of her life. In her free time she enjoyed kayaking, bike riding, camping, and spending time with family and friends and her cats. She loved being around the ocean.
Toni is survived by her sister, Carol Bergs; sister-in-law, Dianne Cutler; nephews, David (Patty) Shrimpton III, Paul (Tina) Shrimpton, and Mitch (Erin) Shrimpton; niece, Kim (Alby) Boyd, and several great-nephews and nieces.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, David Shrimpton Jr., and sister, Edie Shrimpton.
No calling hours or memorial services are planned. Toni will be laid to rest in Bradenton, Fla. with a family gathering.
Those wishing to honor Toni may donate to Tidewell Hospice, 6310 Capital Drive, Lakeview Ranch, FL 34202.
AUBURN — Mr. Robert L. House, of Auburn, passed away Monday, June 17, 2019, at the Commons on St. Anthony Street.
A native of Auburn, Robert was the son of Frank and Katherine Dougherty House. He was a graduate of West High School, Auburn and had attended various classes at Auburn Community College. He retired from ALCO of Auburn as a tool maker with 31 years of service. He relocated to Atlantic City and began employment at the Showboat Casino as a concierge for 16 years. A Korean War veteran with the U.S. Marine Corps, Robert was a member of the V.F.W. Post 1975 and the American Legion Post 1324.
He is survived by his companion, Janet Dickinson; his children, Roberta Laster, SFC Retired, (David), of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Thomas House (Sherry) SGM Retired USA, of Auburn; four grandchildren, Thomas House Jr. (Laura), of Henrietta, N.Y., Christine House (Mike), of Union Springs, N.Y., Candyace House, Captain U.S. Army, of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Dominique Laster, of Little Rock, Ark.; five great-grandchildren; sister, Donna Traver, of Auburn; and nephew, Kevin House, of Brooklyn, Md.
He was predeceased by his brother, Thomas House, and their parents.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2019, at Farrell’s Funeral Service, Inc., 84 South St., Auburn, with Rev. Justin D. Miller, officiating. Interment with full military honors will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. A calling hour will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to services at Farrell’s Funeral Service, Inc.
PITTSFORD — David Rusin, 61, passed away on June 16, 2019.
He was predeceased by his father, John Rusin.
He is survived by his mother, Clara Rusin, of Auburn; his beloved brother, John Rusin, of Auburn; sisters, Mary (Wayne) Pisano, of Lake Ariel, Pa., Claire Rusin, of Auburn, and Nancy (Randy) Gable, of Weedsport; his beloved nieces, Claire Pisano, of Gladstone, N.J., Valerie (Doug) Scott, of Pipersville, Pa., and Grace Swientonioski, of Weedsport; beloved nephews, Alex Pisano, of Kansas City, Kan., and Rick Swientonioski, of Rochester, N.Y.; his estranged daughter, Leah Rusin; many cousins, and a multitude of friends and business associates.
David was known for his heart of gold and his willingness to help nearly everyone he met. Often working behind the scenes, David financed many causes that were near and dear to his heart, always thinking of the poor and needy. His brother, John, whom God created in a way that would influence David’s compassion for those less gifted, held the most special place in his heart. He was a successful businessman and entrepreneur with a brilliant mind and fiber optics trade magazines featured articles authored by him. He won many awards for his business acumen and success. David inherited an incredible sense of humor from his mom and was a practical joker. Most of all, David was deeply religious and prepared himself for his final resting place with God his entire life. One of the finest people on this planet, David will be missed by an incredible number of people, especially his Auburn family.
As per his wishes, David’s life will be celebrated at a Mass in his hometown of Auburn, N.Y. at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2019, in Holy Family Church, 85 North St., Auburn, NY 13021.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Willow Domestic Violence Center, P.O. Box 39601, Rochester, NY 14604 or online at willowcenterny.org/donate/ or by phone (585) 232-5200, ext. 226 in his memory.
To share a memory with the family or leave a condolence, please visit www.heieckpelcfuneralhome.com.
DUCKETT, Robert, 61, passed away on May 26, 2019. Calling hours from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 21, at Brew Funeral Home in Auburn. Graveside services at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22, in Fleming Rural Cemetery, Route 34B, followed by a celebration of life beginning at 1 p.m. at Bob and Tracy’s home, 2283 Fleming-Scipio Townline Road, Auburn, NY 13021.
ROBERTS, Jean S., 84, of 7 Throop Ave., Auburn, passed away June 15, 2019. Calling hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 23, at Langham Funeral Home LLC. Funeral services at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, followed by burial in Fort Hill Cemetery. Omission of flowers is requested and contributions may be made to the memorial fund at SS. Peter & John Episcopal Church, Auburn.
HOUSE, Robert L., of Auburn, passed away Monday, June 17, 2019. Memorial service at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 20, 2019, at Farrell's Funeral Service Inc., 84 South St., Auburn. A calling hour from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to services at the funeral home.
AUBURN — Rev. James “Jim” V. Hedger, 96, of Auburn, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 17, 2018.
He was the son of the late Alfred and Lydia Hedger. Jim grew up in Eastport, Long Island, and attended Nyack College in Nyack, N.Y. Jim was an ordained minister with the Christian & Missionary Alliance for 35 plus years; all in the Northeastern District. Following “retirement,” he also pastored an independent church in Center Moriches, Long Island.
Jim and his wife, Ginny (who passed away in September), were married on Aug. 26, 1947, and celebrated their 71st anniversary last year. They had two children – son Tim (Cheryl) Hedger, of Canandaigua, N.Y., and daughter Sue (John) Richwine, of Fort Wayne, Ind.
He is survived by his son, daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews, and grandnieces, and grandnephews.
Jim was predeceased by his parents, and seven siblings.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, in Auburn Alliance Church, 630 N. Seward Ave., Auburn, NY 13021.
The family requests no flowers. Please make memorials (checks can be made out to Auburn Alliance Church, address above) to a help send a young missionary to the field for the first time.
Brew Funeral Home, Auburn, is in charge of the arrangements.
AUBURN — John A. Onori, 82, of Auburn, passed away peacefully on Father’s Day, June 16, 2019, at The Commons on Saint Anthony, with his loving family at his side.
He was a life resident of Auburn, the son of the late James and Margaret Cutillo Onori. John was a Holy Family High School graduate, receiving his bachelor’s degree from Niagara University and a master’s degree in education from Cortland State University. John was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church and Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Prior to his retirement, John had been employed for more than 33 years as a teacher in the science department for the Auburn Enlarged City School District. He was a former chief for the Fleming Volunteer Fire Department and longtime member of Highland Park Golf Course. John was also an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, traveling and spending time in the summer at his camp on Owasco Lake. He was an avid New York Yankees and Syracuse Orange sports enthusiast. John was most happy spending time with his family and especially loved attending every one of his grandchildren’s special events.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Ann Ryan Onori, of Auburn; five children: sons, John J. (Constance) Onori, of Chicago, and Edward F. (Tanya) Onori, of Auburn; daughters, Linda Buckley, Susan DeBagio, and Sharon (Steve) Franchina, all of Auburn; nine grandchildren, E.J. (Jacquline) Onori, Megan (Cody) Buckley, Felicia (Derrick) Rocker, Brandon DeBagio (Sherry Seamans), Bob Buckley, Stefanie DeBagio, Trevor Onori, Lindsey Franchina, and Abby Franchina; two great-grandsons, Oliver Rocker and Tucker Dunn; sister, Marian Oropallo, of Auburn; sisters-in-law, Jane (Greg) Van Scoy, and Barb Yarema; brothers-in-law, Martin (Lois Hole) Ryan, and Patrick (Caroll) Ryan; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by two brothers-in-law, Michael Oropallo and Boris Yarema.
Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday in Sacred Heart Church. John’s Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in Sacred Heart Church. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in John’s memory to The Commons on Saint Anthony, 3 St. Anthony St., Auburn, NY 13021.
A special thank you to the staff on the six floor at The Commons for their exceptional care and compassion that was shown to John during his stay.
Arrangements are by Pettigrass Funeral Home.
OVID — Carlos A. Young, age 81, of 7626 South Town Building Road, died on Saturday, June 15, 2019.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, at Covert Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 20, at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor Rob Mellgard of the Ovid Federated Church. Prayers of committal will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Auburn.
Kindly consider a donation in Carlos’ memory to the Ovid Fire Department, P.O. Box D, Ovid, NY 14521.
Carlos was born in Geneva on April 21, 1938, one of 11 children born to James and Eva (Wyman) Young. Upon leaving high school, he served in the U.S. Navy, where he proudly served his country from 1956 to 1959. He began a long career at Willard Psychiatric Center, retiring after more than 30 years of service as a carpenter in the maintenance department. Carlos then provided transportation to the Amish community, right up to the time of his recent illness. He was actively involved in veteran’s groups; past Commander of both the Ovid American Legion and VFW, and held various offices on the county and state levels. Carlos was also an active member, more than 50 years, of the Ovid Fire Department. He had held the office of Fire Police Captain over the past two decades and was the Founder of the 911 Memorial in Ovid. Carlos was proud of his community, his family, and his country and he would defend and support them all.
Carlos is survived by his loving wife of nearly 59 years, Sandy; his daughters, Laurie (John) Lupien, of Auburn, and Brenda (Fred) Percy, of Ovid; his grandchildren, Sharon (Josh) Lupien, Erik Lupien, Adam Lupien, Chris (Nicole) Percy, Mike (Stacey) Percy, Kyle (Melanie) Percy, Josh Alfonso, LeAnn (Codie) Alfonso, Cody (Kirsten) Wilson, Rob Wilson, Noel (Corey) Hopkins, Robin, Tammy, and Jason Percy; great-grandchildren, Izabella, Hannah, Haeley, Tyler, Lily, Logan, Noah, Shawn, and Aubree; his siblings, Leo (Betty) Young, Gary Young, and Lucille Harris; many nieces and nephews, and extended family members, and his furry companions Zoey, Lucky, and Dusty.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Catherine Alfonso; grandsons, Noel Lupien and Dustin Wilson; his siblings, James, Richard, and Charles Young, Donald and Joe Wheeler, Patricia DeGiglio, and Margaret Smith.
For additional information, please contact Covert Funeral Home at 607-869-3411 or visit www.covertfuneralhome.com.
AURELIUS — Joseph Charles Casper, 87, of Aurelius, and formerly of Scipio, passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon, June 15, 2019, at The Commons on Saint Anthony, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Auburn, the son of the late Joseph and Mary Kinney Casper, and had been an area life resident. Joseph was an East High School graduate, class of 1950. He was a Korean War veteran having served our country honorably in the Coast Guard. In more recent years, he was instrumental in the development of the Veterans Memorial Park in Auburn. He was a communicant of St. Alphonsus Church, and a Knights of Columbus member, Council 207. Joseph was employed by The Citizen for more than 30 years, and owned and operated the Economy Print Shop in the 1960s and early 1970s. He retired from the Cayuga County Support Collection Unit after several years of service. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, the Bored to Death Gang, and a lifetime member of the Scipio Volunteer Fire Department. Joseph was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed traveling with his wife and family. He was very happy to have been able to visit every U.S. state, every province in Canada, several European countries, and South Korea. Joseph enjoyed his farm and loved to show his prized chickens at numerous poultry shows. Joseph cherished, above everything, the times he was able to spend with his family. He will be sadly missed by family and friends.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Eileen Lenhart Casper, of Aurelius; their four children, Charles (Barbara) Casper, of Fleming, James (Janet) Casper, of Owasco, Jeanne (Stanley) Jakaub, of Aurelius, and Dr. Theresa (Vincent Klock) Casper-Klock, of Aurelius; 11 grandchildren, Zachary Casper, Maia Casper, Raymond (Jessica) Casper, Karl Casper, Martin Casper, Stanley (Nichole) Jakaub III, Susan Jakaub, Andrew Klock, Peter Klock, Eric (Amelia) Klock, and Cynthia Klock; and great-granddaughter, Abigail Marie Jakaub. He is also survived by his brother, William Casper, of Poland, N.Y., and sisters, Catherine Guter, of Auburn, Mary (John) Szozda, of Auburn, and Anne Marie (Edward) Leroux, of Sodus.
In addition to his parents, Joseph was predeceased by two grandsons, Thaddeus and Joseph C. Casper II, and a great-granddaughter, Leah Rose Jakaub.
Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m. this Wednesday at Pettigrass Funeral Home, 196 Genesee St., Auburn. Friends and relatives are invited to join the family for Joseph’s Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. this Thursday in St. Alphonsus Church. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in Joseph’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the staff at The Commons on St. Anthony for the warm, compassionate, and professional care that they provided during Joe’s stay.
AUBURN — On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, Lee N. Shaw passed away at the age of 89 after a brief battle with cancer.
He was born Feb. 28, 1930, in New Rochelle, N.Y., to Leo and Marie Shaw (née Heffernan). He attended high school at Canterbury Prep School in New Milford, Conn. He continued on to Amherst College to receive a bachelor’s degree in 1951. He played basketball and football, and stayed in touch with many classmates. He was the youngest vice president of International Finance at JP Morgan in New York City and traveled extensively in Europe. On weekends, he worked hard to start a farm in Auburn, N.Y. (Finger Lakes Region) — beginning with a few acres, growing oats, wheat, rye, and soybeans, building it into a 500 acre farm. He played golf from a young age and enjoyed the 19th hole, chatting with friends over a Dewars scotch. He is known for his love of the land, ambitious work ethic, razor sharp memory and mind, and the gift of conversation.
He was preceded in death by his father, Leo; his mother, Marie; his brother, Robert, and brother-in-law, Michael Sweeney.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Clare; step daughter, Lisa; his sister, Virginia; eight nieces and nephews; 23 great-nieces and nephews.
A funeral Mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 6, 2019, in Sacred Heart Church, 90 Melrose Road, Auburn.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hospice of The Finger Lakes or a charity of your choosing.
Brew Funeral Home, 48 South St., Auburn, is in charge of the arrangements.
AUBURN — William George Stoelzel, 91, of Auburn, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 14, 2019.
A native of Springville, N.Y., Bill was the son of the late David and Hilda Stoelzel. He had resided in the Auburn area for more than 50 years. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving from 1946 to 1950. He had been employed as store manager of both Neisner Brothers Department Store, and Ames Department Store, retiring in 1992 following 40 years of service. He was an active member of Auburn United Methodist Church, and a member and past president of the Auburn Lions Club.
He leaves behind his wife of 69 years, Shirley Smith Stoelzel; his sons, David Stoelzel and his sweetie, Brenda Martins, of Auburn, and Richard Stoelzel and his wife, Val, of Montreal, Canada; grandchildren, Jamie, David, Jennifer Leslie, Amanda and Gabriel; and several great-grandchildren.
Friends are invited to call from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Plis Funeral Home, 220 State St., Auburn. Religious services will be held at 6:30 p.m. with Rev. Beth Malone officiating. Burial will be private.
To leave a message of condolence, go to www.plisfuneralhome.com.
AUBURN — Peter G. Restey, 62, passed away June 10, 2019, at University Hospital from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Born in Auburn, he was the son of the late Paul and Virginia Restey.
Peter is survived by his children, Virginia M. Restey, Mary Jane Cornacchia, and Zachary Bennett Restey; his siblings, Mary Taylor Navarro, David, Paul, John, and Mark Restey, and their families.
Peter lived his life on his own terms surrounding himself with people he enjoyed. His laughter was music and his words were wisdom. His travels were endless and his encounters beyond memorable. Music was his life and his true passion. His goal in life was to keep music and stage performances alive for future generations. He worked with bands such as Black Sabbath, Manowar, and Ronnie James Dio. He was a brilliant man, a technical genius, and most importantly, a friend to all. Our father smiled like he had never cried, loved like he had never been hurt, and lived like there was no tomorrow. Keep it rockin’ on the other side Papa!
Visitation for Peter will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, June 21, at Langham Funeral Home, LLC. If you wish, the family requests that you bring a written favorite memory or story that you may have of Peter. They will read each of them at a later time. A private family burial will take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Peter’s name to the American Heart Association or to a music program of your choice.
