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The Memorial page is dedicated to the classmates that have been taken from us by the Grim Reaper.

The About Us page is actually two pages that you can navigate from one to the other. The first page lists the students Richard Ackerman through Ruth Kester. The About Us 2 is actually the second page and lists the students Wilbur D. Kreisler through Jeannette E. Ziegler.

In August a few of the out of towners were able to attend the regular monthly Luncheon which is held on the third Tuesday of each month. A few photographs have been added for this and the page can be accessed by clicking on the following URL. August Luncheon

A 56th Class Get-Together was held in Charlotte, NC in May 2003 and the photos can be seen on that page.

The 55th Class Reunion that took place on Sept 21, 2002 is where photos taken during the reunion are displayed along with other photos taken during that weekend.

The 52nd Class Picnic Photos have been forwarded to me and can now be viewed on this Page.

The 50th Class Reunion Photos forwarded to me in Feb 2003 can be viewed here on this page.

We have added a page called Memory Lane where we will display photo albums of interest to the class that were taken in and about Elmira over the last century. Any old or new photos that would be if interest to your fellow classmates would be appreciated. You can send them to Ken and he will see that they get to the proper place.

Wescott.

Dorothy Calhoon Age 74, died March 29, 2005 in Clearwater, Florida. Mrs Wescott was born May 26, 1930 in Elmira, the daughter of the late William and Ruth Bardeen Calhoon. She is survived by two daughters, Barbara Ann (Ron) Bradley and Carolyn Wescott, three sons, Timothy J (Carol) Wescott, Thomas F (Diane) Wescott and David W. (Virginia) Wescott; a brother Ronald Calhoon. Funeral Services will be conducted Tuesday at 11 a.m. at H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, N. Y. Friends may call Monday from 4-8 p.m. at H.E. Turner & Co Funeral Home, 403 East Main Street, Batavia, New York. Contributions may be made to Home Care & Hospicare 550 East Main Street, Batavia NY 14020

WOODWARD, Kenneth Shepard

Age 75 of Middletown, CT, died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 24, 2005. Ken was born in Elmira, NY, on May 17, 1929, the son of the late Floyd and Thelma Shepard Woodward. He was a member of the graduating class of Elmira's Southside High School in 1947. He attended Syracuse University for two years before joining the Navy in 1950. He was stationed in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, during the Korean War where he played the trombone in the Navy Band and was the chorus director for local Cuban children. Upon his honorable discharge, he enrolled at Ithaca College and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy. He then enrolled at Cornell University and graduated in 1961 with a Master's Degree in Public Administration with a speciality in Hospital Administration. His interests were many and varied including: music - especially jazz, sailing, gourmet cooking, family genealogy, picture framing, model railroading, kite making and flying, computers, astronomy, HAM radio and art of all kinds. His passion was photography and he was a master of the use of light. He regularly exhibited his work and shared his talent through teaching people of all ages. He loved to travel and spent many summers at the family cabin in Big Pond, PA. Ken is survived by his son, Kevin in Perrysburg, NY; his daughter, Kathleen and son-in-law, Bill Shaw of Middletown, CT; his daughter, Karol Woodward and her partner, Angela Patton of Chattanooga, TN; his son, Kenneth Alan and daughter-in-law, Melissa Woodward of Portland, CT; two wonderful grandsons, Jonathan and Joshua Shaw; his sister, Jeanne Woodward of Middletown, CT; his former wife, Ellie Woodward of East Hampton, CT; and his dear friend, Shirley Doyle of East Haddam, CT. The family wishes to thank the staff at the East Haddam Ambulance Association and the Middlesex Hospital Emergency Department for all their help. Now at peace, if he is able to miss anything or anyone where he has gone, he will miss his family, all of whom he loved deeply, others he loved and those who loved him. The family invites all who knew and enjoyed Ken's wonderful sense of humor and generous nature to join them in celebrating his life at the Portland Memorial Funeral Home, 231 Main Street, Portland, CT, on Saturday, April 30, 2005, from 5-7 p.m. followed by a service at 7 p.m. Family and friends may make a donation in Ken's name to the organization or charity of their choice.

STEINER

Richard Age 75, of Horseheads, passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2005. Dick was born in Elmira, NY, to Walter W. and Gladys (Clark) Steiner. In 1949, he married Norma Vosburgh, who preceded him in death in 1989. He was also preceded in death by his son, Richard Steiner. Retired from the United States Air Force in 1970, Dick was a Life Member of the V.F.W. Post 10420 and the American Legion Post 0178 in Murrells Inlet, SC. In 1991, Dick married Jean Steinhorst. He was an avid bowler and enjoyed playing bridge. He had worked for over 24 years performing carpentry and maintenance for Dr. John Roemmelt in Elmira, NY. Survivors include his wife, Jean at home; one daughter, Linda Scheurich of Seymour, IL; four sons, James (Jean) Steiner of Eugene, OR, David (Debbie) Steiner of Paxton, IL, Edward Steiner of Jacksonville, NC, Larry Steiner of Marion, VA; one brother, Walter (Jean) Steiner of Caton; a daughter-in-law, Jan Steiner of Bloomington, IL; stepson, Theodore (Candy) Steinhorst of Layton, UT; stepdaughters, Diane (Daniel) Rossi of Horseheads and Laurie (William Nagle) Steinhorst of Nyack, NY; beloved aunt, Lucille Steiner of Elmira; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren, eight step grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call today, Tuesday, May 17, from 4-8 p.m. at Barber Funeral Home, 413 South Main Street, Horseheads. Mr. Steiner's funeral services will be held there at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 18, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Caton, NY, with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial contributions to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301.

Letter regarding Judy Broich Zak:

Hello,

I am Judy's daughter. I thought that I would let you know that she passed

away on Februay 9 this year. She had metastatic disease following Breast

Cancer in 2001. She remained active and was blessed to see her last

Grandson grow to age 18 mo. She is survived by myself, my husband

Michael, our children Lily (4) and Christian (22mo.) and also by my sister

Tina, her husband, Bruce and their son Tyler (15).

She had a peaceful death at our home. I hope you'll pass this on to anyone

who may have been her friend. Also, I have 2 photo albums full of pictures

starting at age 12 until she went away to become a stewardess. My intent is to scan all of the pictures (she had 6 siblings whose children I will share

this pics with). I will be glad to make these photos available to anyone

from your class or school who may want to see them. although, I can't be

certain when i will be able to get to scanning them. I hope it will be by

the end of the year!

With best regards,

Wendy Brunson

Charlotte June Barr Krebs, October 12, 1928 -- October 17, 2005, quietly left this life early Monday to be with her loving husband, William M. Krebs, in the presence of the Lord. She was a member of Broadway United Methodist Church of Maryville. She was an active member of her community and a dedicated employee of Dollywood. She is survived by her son, Scott Barr Krebs; her daughter, Melissa Krebs Brewer; son-in-law, Tony Brewer; grandchildren: Melinda Krebs Crisp and husband Joe, William Scott Krebs and Alicia, Joshua Miller Krebs, Amy LeAnne Brewer, Kenneth Lynn Brewer and Morgan McKenna Brewer; great-grandchildren: Gabe and Ada Krebs; sister, Eleanor Barr Boesen and husband, Alex; and her beloved nieces and nephews; and her best friend, Marilyn Buckner. Funeral service Wednesday, 10/19/05, 11:00 a.m., at Sherwood Chapel and Memorial Gardens, Daniel F. Moore officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer"s Association, Eastern TN Chapter, Portland Building, 2200 Sutherland Avenue, Ste. H 102, Knoxville, TN, 37919, (865)544-6288.

Robert “Bob” P. Horton, 76, of Athens, PA passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at his home in East Athens, Pa.

Born Feb. 1, 1930 in Osceola, Pa. the second son of the late Carl and Blanche Johnson Horton.

Bob moved to Elmira, N.Y. where he entered and graduated from Southside High School at the age of 16. In 1948 he married Barbara Lovejoy and moved to Athens, Pa. He was employed at Industrial Electric Motors in Athens, until he started his own motor shop in 1962. In 1983 he ran and was elected to the position of Bradford County Commissioner. Other positions held included Athens Borough Council member and President; member and past President of PA State Racing Commission, Cub Scout Cub Master, He was a member of the Sayre Elks Lodge BPOE 1148, the Sayre Lions Club, and Shepard Hills Country Club. He was also inducted into the Valley Bowler’s Hall of Fame holding two games of 299 at the age of 74. Bob was an outdoorsman and enjoyed golfing, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed playing cards, bowling, and had a passion for thoroughbred horse racing. Bob wrote a book, “Straight from the Heart”. In 1975 he owned Gallant Bob who was the sprint champion of the United States.

He is predeceased by his parents, two brothers Gerald and Donald Horton.

He is survived by his loving wife Barbara of 58 years at home; children Robert J. and Ann Horton, Thomas W. and Darlene Horton, Gary L. and Sue Horton, Karen D. and Lloyd Davis, Kay E. and Robert Bennett, 13 grandchildren James M. Horton, Colleen Hall, Kristina Horton, Todd Horton, Tiffany Horton, Jason Horton, Gary M. Horton, Jenni Panek, Amy McCann, Katie Waters, Emily Davis, Jake Parshall, and Justin Davis; 8 great grandchildren Austin, Dylan, Devon, Lexie, Andrew, Elliott, Daniel, and Jackson; brother Ken Horton, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends and family may call on Friday, February 2, from 6-9 p.m. at the Jay E. Lowery Funeral Home, Inc., 225 South Main Street, Athens, PA and Saturday, February 2, 2007 from 11 a.m. until noon at the funeral home. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at noon with Rev. Martin Bovee officiating, Athens United Methodist Church.

Burial will be in the Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens, Pa.

Memorial donations may be made to Guthrie Hospice, RR1 Box 154, Towanda, Pa. 18848.

For those unable to attend the services and are wishing to sign the E-guestbook, send condolences, or purchase memorial blankets or tapestries may do so by visiting www.loweryfuneralhome.com.

Glenn W. Campbell, age 78, of Grove Street in Crystal Beach,

died Thursday, December 7, 2006 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua.

Glenn was born in Elmira on March 31, 1928 and had owned and operated an upholstery business in Dundee for many years. He had been manager of Dundee Bowling Lanes and retired from Pennsylvania House Furniture in Penn Yan. Following his retirement he had worked for Wal-Mart in Geneva.

He is survived by his wife Marion of Crystal Beach; his son Glenn W. (Gloria) Campbell, Jr. and daughter Susan Campbell both of Florida; his stepdaughters Linda (Thomas) May of Kings Ferry, NY, Brenda (Brett) Sudol of Mr. Morris, Kellie (Nicholas) Murphy of Canandaigua and Cinda Huckabone of Florida; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; his sisters Carol Bellanger of Michigan and Arlene Hess of Horseheads, NY; his brothers Marvin (Doris) Campbell and Edward Campbell and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Fuller Funeral Home, Inc., 190 Buffalo St., Canandaigua, Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. where funeral services will be held Monday morning at 11 o'clock. Those who wish may contribute to the American Heart Association, POB 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220 or to the American Diabetes Association, POB 31160, Hartford, CT 06150.

VATER, Raymond C.

Pine City Resident

Age 78, passed away on Wednesday, May 30, 2007, after an extended illness. He was a member of the Masonic Order and Grotto Club. Ray retired from the United States Navy after proudly serving for 20 years. He spent 16 more years with Pipe Welding before retiring. He is survived by his loving wife, Eleanor Vater; daughter, Donna Corpening; and stepdaughter, Michele Morgan; son, George Vater; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, niece, nephew and cousins. His daughter, Karen; and his son, Chuck, predeceased Ray. Ray enjoyed woodworking at home as a hobby, making toys and other items. He loved life, family and friends. There will be no calling hours. Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of his family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com.

Edward Ostrander

BATH - R. Edward Ostrander, 77, former resident of Robie Street, Bath died Monday, April 16 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. He was born in Cohocton, Nov. 6, 1929 the son of Robert and Elizabeth Carbrey Ostrander. Ed purchased the Wolcott car dealership in 1970 when it became Ostrander Chevrolet. He was a member of the St. Mary's Church in Bath.

He is survived by three daughters; Nancy (Stephen) Davy of Prattsburgh, Linda J. (Martin) Wesche of Newnan, Georgia and Janet L. (Michael) Brockway o f Margate, Florida; two sons, Tom L. (Kathy) Ostrander of Horseheads and John D. (Marie) Ostrander of Albany, Georgia, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, one sister, Mary (Gene) McCann of Indiana, one brother, Richard C. (Mary) Ostrander of LasVegas, Nevada, brother-in-law, John Smith of Penn Yan and sisterin law, Delores Ostrander of California. He was predeceased by; his wife Mary, in 1998, with whom he was married 47 years at the time of her death; two sisters, Barbara Smith and Shirley Kapp, his brother James C. Ostrander and his daughter Ellen M. Ostrander in 1965.

There will be no calling hours and graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations in Edward's name may be made to the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation, Stroke Program, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14905. Fagan's Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

CAPOZZI, Michael C. of Elmira, NY Age 78, passed away Friday, October 13, 2006, in Syracuse, NY where he resided the past year with his daughter, Joanne Capozzi. Michael is the son of the late Joseph A. and Anna V. (Tarntino) Capozzi. He was born in Elmira, NY on September 14, 1928. He is survived by his son, Mickey (Cheryl) Capozzi of Horseheads, NY; daughter, Joanne Capozzi of Syracuse, NY; grandchildren, Erin, Valerie, Gregory, and Bronson; and one great-grandchild, Giovanna. He was predeceased by his wife, Alice Capozzi, who died May 23, 1992; daughter, Josette Loiacono, who died May 14, 1989; brother Joseph Capozzi; and sister, Mary Kakretz. Michael was a New York State Trooper senior investigator for the BCI. He was proud to be a trooper and served his community for 25 years. Mike was proud to be a decorated diver for the United States Navy. Mike was devoted to his family and friends; he would give to all whom needed. Mike was completely devoted to his home family, as well as his trooper family. Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Monday, October 16, 2006, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2006, at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St., Elmira, NY 14904. The Reverend Richard Farrell will celebrate the mass. Burial will take place in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the NYS Trooper Foundation, Andy Sperr Memorial, 3 Airport Park Boulevard, Lathem, NY 12110-1441. Those wishing may leave a "Candle of Remembrance" for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com .

Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/15/2006

Onalee A. GRAVES, Age 75 of 598 Latta Brook Road Horseheads, NY passed away on Tuesday January 31, 2006 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Mrs. Graves was born September 28, 1930 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Arthur and Dorothy Taylor Hartman. Onalee married her husband, Judson A. Graves, on February 25, 1950 and they would have celebrated their 56th Wedding Anniversary on February 25, 2006. She along with her husband Jud was a co-owner of Graves Press in Elmira Heights, NY. Onalee received her Degree from Elmira College and was a substitute teacher for The Elmira City School District. She was a former member of Order of Eastern Star, Horseheads Fire Dept. Auxiliary, The Home Bureau, a Den Mother, and Girl Scout Leader. Onalee loved crafts and especially Crocheting and Knitting as well as doing Crossword Puzzles. She loved her family and friends and cherished the time she spent with them. Onalee is survived by her loving and devoted husband Judson A. Graves; son: Darryl J. Graves of Elmira Heights, NY; daughters and son-in-law: Deirdra Ettenberger of Horseheads, NY and Melanie & John Rahr of Millport, NY; several grandchildren; sister: Betsy Owens of Tulsa, OK; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Leon & Marion Graves of Florida; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of caring friends. It was Mrs. Graves' wish that there be no calling hours. Private Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Onalee by doing a kind deed or favor for someone and thinking of Onalee. The Family would like to thank Dr. William Muuse and the entire staff of the Arnot Ogden Medical Center for the wonderful care they gave to Onalee. Arrangements are entrusted to the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY.

Mary J.Schneckenberger Gee, , Age 77, of Veteran Hill Rd., Horseheads, passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on Friday, Aug. 18, 2006, at Bethany Village, where she had recently been residing. She was predeceased by her husband, Mark W. Gee Sr. in 1986; and is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Scott and Ann Gee of Horseheads, and Mark Gee of Elmira Heights, and grandchildren, Alex and Meghan Gee. Mary was also predeceased by her brothers, Jack, Robert and Donald Schneckenberger. Mary was born Nov. 16, 1928 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Edwin and Louise (Weber) Schneckenberger. As an avid camper, Mary also remained active with her camping friends and neighbors. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Horseheads and was retired from SCT Boces in Horseheads, where she was an office administrator. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2006, from 1-3:00 p.m., where her service will take place at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Robert O. Sherburne officiating. Burial will take place privately in Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira.

Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/20/2006

Curren,

Richard J. A resident of Pine City passed away Saturday March 17, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital at the age of 78. Richard was born on June 26, 1928 in Elmira son of George H. & Sarah Issacs Curren. In serving his country, he enlisted in the United States Army. A hard working man, Richard was employed as an auto mechanic for 30 years at Carol Motors and later retired from Clute Motor Co. A private man, Richard enjoyed playing cards, playing BINGO and watching television. Surviving are his children, Rick (Deanna) Curren, Horseheads; DJ (Karen) Curren, Pine City; and Terri (Joe) Orbin, Watkins Glen; grandchildren, Nicholas, Anthony and Mikayla Curren, Joey and Meghan Orbin; a sister, Jane Curren, Horseheads; brothers, Lawrence Curren with whom he resided in Pine City; and Dave Curren, Indiana; a sister-in-law, Nancy Curren, Southport; nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Richard was predeceased by his brother, Don Curren. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Tuesday evening, March 20, 2007 between the hours of 6- 8:30 p.m. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 8:30 p.m. with the Reverend Bill Vallet officiating. Committal services will take place in Bath National Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded Mr. Curren.

Published in the Star-Gazette from 3/18/2007 - 3/19/2007

McLAUGHLIN, Patricia Mae

Age 78 of Elmira, NY. July 15, 2007, Pat left this world peacefully to rest in the arms of her Lord. She lived a full life of 78 years with her loving family. She was born July 12, 1929 in Elmira, daughter of the late Gordon and Crystal (Parks) Williams. She married a wonderful man, James J. McLaughlin, Jr. and they enjoyed a long and happy marriage together until his death in December 1994. After a long courageous battle with C.O.P.D., she has left to rejoin her loving husband and many friends. Pat is survived by three loving daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen and James Graham, Patricia and David Bassett, Mary McLaughlin-West with Rex Dilmore. She truly has enjoyed all her grandchildren and has been an important part of their lives, JJ Graham (Jenn), Kelly Long (Michael), Christie and Cody Bassett. She was blessed with her great-grandchildren who have brought her much joy, Jessica, Brianna, Mariah and Sammi. Pat also had a wonderful friend, Dot Sheehan from Hidden Valley Lake who lives in Ohio. She is also predeceased by her beloved German Shepherd, TICO. Pat is also survived by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Norma and Harry Edwards, Jeanne and Jeremiah (deceased) Edwards, Phyllis (deceased) and James Kellogg, Nancy and Larry Comfort; brother and sister-in-law, John and Mary Williams; along with many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and a multitude of friends. Pat had a smile and a sparkle in her eye that made her a special friend to everyone she met. She had a heart of gold and was very generous in mind and spirit. Family was of the utmost importance to her. She was a great lover of music and appreciated good talent and passed it on to her children. She was known for her Easter green dinosaurs, standing up eggs on the Equinox and giving out popcorn on Halloween. Mom and Dad created "Little Christmas" where everyone in the family has to exchange hand made gifts, a special part of Christmas that will be carried on as a family tradition. Pat made sure every character in the Christmas parade came to shake hands with her children growing up and then her grandchildren. At her house, the coffee pot was always on and the welcome mat was always out. She was the Mom on the circle for many and taught CCD classes at St. Mary's on the southside and brought many children to learn the rosary and receive their First Communion and Penance through her classes. Throughout all her troubles later in life, she never lost her sense of humor. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira, on Friday, July 20th, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers will be offered there on Saturday, July 21st, at 8:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. in St. Mary's Church. Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter and Paul's Cemetery. A special thank you to Dr. Malanoski and The Center for Wound Healing for the special care they took with her. Thanks to Dr. Schenone for his understanding and a special thank you to Dr. Marc Anthony and all the nurses and aides at St. Joseph's Hospital on D2 and D3 with the visits Mom had over the past 19 months. Those wishing to remember Pat may do so through donations to The Center for Wound Healing at Arnot Health, 602 Ivy St., Elmira, NY 14901

Shepard

Mary Lee Clark Age 74, of Pine City, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, October 11, 2003. She is survived by her children, Sandra (Paul) Lutomski, Robin (Gary) Conover, Bonnie (George) McCaslin, Connie (Doug Demaree) Decker, Jill (Philip) Cooper, and Hope (Tom) Hubschmitt; 16 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Myrtle (Jim) Keithline, Mina Kittle, and Mildred (William) Folmer; brothers, David Clark, Les Clark, Harry (Mildred) Clark, Fritz (Mary Alice) Clark, and Ted (Laurie) Clark. Mary is also survived by her life-long friends, Charlotte Durfee and family, Robin Rosekrans and Meghan, and her special companions, "Precious" and "Star". Her husband, Arnold Shepard, predeceased Mary. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Her family was the focal point of her life. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Tuesday, October 14, 2003, from 5 to 7 p.m. and on Wednesday from 11 to 12 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held there on Wednesday at 12 p.m., with the Rev. Richard Hack officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Those wishing may make memorial donations in Mary's name to the Falck Cancer Center, c/o Arnot Ogden Medical Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14905. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family at www.olthof.com.

Published in the Star-Gazette on 10/14/2003.

Marcella Kathryn Elliott

Marcella Kathryn (Warters) ("Marcy" or "Sally") Age 76, of Elmira (Southport), began to walk the Streets of Glory, April 6, 2006. Loving wife, devoted mother, nurturing grandma, caring mother-in-law, Marcy is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Mort Elliott; her daughters, Carol (Jim) Hosley, Bonnie (Bobby) Barfield, and Valerie Szostek; her grandchildren, Melanie Baldwin, Christian Saunders, Ray Barfield, and Kathryn Barfield; several nieces, nephews, cousins; one aunt, Mildred Raplee in Texas; and sister-in-law, Arleen Warters. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mark and Edna Warters; and brothers, Jackie, Albert (LaMae), and Lynn Warters. Her natural gifts, talents and skills as a wife, mother, musician and friend were beyond description. She had a wisdom about life that was a great source of inspiration to all who knew her. During her children's formative years, Marcy devoted all of her time to her family. Most of the rest of her adult life, she also worked outside the home. Her places of employment included: Woolworth's, The Eclipse, Remington Rand, Grand Union, Acme Market, Parley Coburn School, NCR in Ithaca, and Emhart Powers Mfg. Friends and relatives are invited to call Monday, April 10th, at the Millerton Wesleyan Church, 5174 Main Street, Millerton, PA 16936, from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Coronation Service will follow at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Marcy's memory may make donations to the Millerton Wesleyan Church (address above).

Published in the Star-Gazette on 4/9/2006.

Joan Dalton Chilson

EASTHAM - Joan D. Chilson died Oct. 7, 2007, at Liberty Commons in Chatham after a 10-year battle with breast cancer.

She was the wife of the late Charles H. Chilson.

We have come to the end of an impeccable era that leaves behind a great legacy, a legacy that is filled with warmth and compassion.

A legacy that can not be justified by few soft words of admiration, but a legacy that will live on forever in our souls and in our hearts.

All those who crossed her path were some of the luckiest on this earth, for they were in the presence of greatness. A true angel come to life.

This is a woman with such a strong energy and force that she should not have been a woman at all; with all that power she should have been an element or a season. Mother Nature is no match against her. Like the flowers need the rain, like the waves need the sea or like the cardinals need the trees, she is the air we will now forever breathe. She was a trooper at best. She stood on the those two long sturdy legs with the utmost strength and grace filled with humility and love.

There is not a single soul that can take away what she has accomplished or one who would even want to diminish the great life that was lived. The life of the ultimate icon.

Written by Brie Reynolds, granddaughter.

She was born in Xenia, Ohio, in 1930.

She was a great Mom and kept her family of seven children and husband going for over 50 years.

She has been with the Orleans Police Department in a similar capacity for the past 20 years.

She was a long-standing member of the Church of the Holy Spirit ever since the family moved to Orleans, in the mid-1960s. She has touched many in the community with her warm smile, kind ways, and quiet, strong resolve.

She is survived by seven children and loving companions, Susan (Chilson) and Hal von Hagn of Nashua, N.H.; Anne (Chilson) and Chuck Reynolds of Eastham; Charles and Linda Chilson of Lowell; Richard Chilson and Mindy LaBranche of Rochester; Michael and Betsy Chilson of North Eastham; Stephen Chilson of Orleans; and Amy Chilson and Carol Kindle of North Eastham.

She also leaves 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Orleans on Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 5 to 8 p.m.

Funeral services for family and friends will be held at the Church of the Holy Spirit, Thursday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m.

The family expresses heartfelt thanks to the many caregivers who provided care for our Mom during her illness, especially Dr. Kim Mead-Walters of Nauset Family Practice and the staff at Liberty Commons.

In lieu of flowers Joan wishes that donations be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, for breast cancer work, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244.

Nickerson Funeral Home, 508-255-0259

LUCE, Muriel (Mathews)

Age 77, of Elmira, NY, passed away in peace Wednesday, October 17th, 2007, at her home. She was born December 3rd, 1929 in Elmira, the beloved daughter of the late Charles W. and Lena Brookman Mathews. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Chet and Charlene Luce III of Rochester, NY; daughter and son-in-law, Sandy Luce and Roger Hodyka of MI; grandchildren, Geoffrey (Mary) Culbertson of MI, Jennie Culbertson of NC, Taiya Luce and Daniel Gaibel, Chris Luce, all of Ithaca; great-granddaughter, Micah Culbertson; nine nieces and nephews. Her husband, Chester W. Luce; son, Jim Nunis; three brothers and four sisters, predeceased her. Her greatest joy in life was her family and friends. The family is extending an invitation to join them for a gathering of memories at Muriel's home Saturday, October 27th, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorial contributions in Muriel's name to the following: Tanglewood Community Nature Center, Inc., P.O. Box 117, Elmira, NY 14902; Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 East Corning Road, Corning, NY 14830; or the SPCA Animal Shelter, Route #352, Elmira, NY 14903. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com.

KREISLER, Doris Heller

Formerly of Laurel Street

Was born April 2, 1929 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Harry G. and Bertha C. (Chamberlain) Heller, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 4, 2007, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility at the age of 78. Her brother, Raymond Heller, predeceased her. Doris married Wilbur D. "Bill" Kreisler, September 25, 1949 in Elmira at the Southport Presbyterian Church. They have enjoyed 58 wonderful years of life and love together. She is survived by her loving husband, "Bill"; beloved sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry and Nancy Kreisler of Elmira, NY, Edward and Jill Kreisler, also of Elmira, NY, Douglas and Jennifer Kreisler of Jordan, NY; much loved grandchildren, Joseph (Kristeena) Kreisler, Mickey (Pam) Kreisler, Daniel and Craig Kreisler, Eric and MacKenzie Kreisler, Bethanie and Natalie Emerick; adored great-great-grandchildren, Derek and Kayla Kreisler, Madilyn Kreisler; sister-in-law, Betty Heller of Manlius, NY; brother-in-law, Donald (Marian) Kreisler of Bradenton, FL; along with several special nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Doris was devoted to her family and home and loved her grandkids dearly. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY on Wednesday, November 7, 2007, from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. Funeral Services celebrating her life will be held there following the visitation (7 p.m.) The Reverend Ross Raymond will officiate. Interment will take place privately at the convenience of her family in the Woodlawn Cemetery Elmira, NY. Memorial donations in Doris's name may be directed to a charity of one's choice. Her family wishes to express their sincere appreciation and gratitude for the entire staff at the Chemung County Nursing Facility, especially the 6th floor staff, for the outstanding love and care they gave Doris. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for her family in obituaries at www.olthof.com.

GOODWIN, Earl W.

79, of Surprise, AZ, passed away December 23, 2007 at his home. He was born February 1, 1928 in Elmira, New York, to Godfrey and Cora Goodwin. Earl was a Military Policeman in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was also a professional baseball player with the Philadelphia Phillies Organization. Earl graduated from Southside High School in Elmira, NY, and was a member of the Sports Hall of Fame in Elmira for baseball. After his retirement as a facilities engineer in 1988, Earl and his wife, Betty moved to Arizona from Hammondsport, NY, where he was an avid golfer, two time president of Sun Village Men's Golf Club, and two time Men's Golf Club Champion - Sun Village. Earl is survived by his loving wife, Betty; daughter, Janet M. Goodwin of NY; son, Mark T. Goodwin (Lynn) of NY; grandsons, Cody W. Goodwin and Eric T. Goodwin; and sisters, Doris Elliott of NY, and Margaret Patterson of NY. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, December 26, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. with a gathering to follow until 4:00 p.m. at Sun Village - Multipurpose Room, 17300 N. Sun Village Pkwy., Surprise, AZ 85374. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Arizona, 2222 W. Northern Ave. #A100, Phoenix, AZ 85021.

KREISLER, Wilbur D. "Bill"

Of Laurel Street

Was born June 14, 1928 in Stoney Fork, PA, the son of the late Steven and Hazel (Benjamin) Kreisler and passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2008, at the Chemung County Nursing Facility at the age of 79. On September 25, 1949, Bill married Doris Heller in Elmira at the Southport Presbyterian Church. They enjoyed 58 wonderful years of life and love together prior to her passing November 4, 2007. Mr. Kreisler is survived by his loving sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry and Nancy Kreisler of Elmira, NY, Edward and Jill Kreisler, also of Elmira, NY, Douglas and Jennifer Kreisler of Jordan, NY; much loved grandchildren, Joseph (Kristeena) Kreisler, Mickey (Pam) Kreisler, Daniel and Craig Kreisler, Eric and MacKenzie Kreisler, Bethanie and Natalie Emerick; adored great-grandchildren, Derek and Kayla Kreisler, Madilyn Kreisler; beloved brother, Donald (Marian) Kreisler of Bradenton, FL; sister-in-law, Betty Heller of Manlius, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Bill was employed by the A & P Company for 40+ years, retiring as store manager from the West Elmira branch. He was an avid New York Yankee fan and enjoyed working in his wood shop in his spare time. He was a wonderful father and grandfather and will be deeply missed. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, on Wednesday, April 9, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00 and 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services celebrating his life will follow the visitation. (7 p.m.) The Reverend Ross Raymond will officiate. Interment will take place privately at the convenience of his family in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Memorial donations in Bill's name may be directed to a charity of one's choice. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for his family in obituaries at www.olthof.com.

BROWN, Roberta Mae Morse "Bobbie"

Age 79, of Elmira, NY passed away Sunday, April 20, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. Bobbie was born on April 17, 1929 in Elmira, daughter of the late Robert and Angelina (Morga) Morse. Bobbie graduated from Southside High School, later marrying the love of her life, Mathew Brown of 59 years. Bobbie was a "people person", loved and cherished by her schoolmates, neighbors, friends and fellow employees from Loll's Pharmacy and Mustico's Restaurant. The number of people she has taken care of in her life are too numerous to mention. Above all she took care of her family, for which she will be dearly loved and missed by. Survivors include her daughter, Susan (special companion, Jim Harrington) Brown of Trappee, PA. Bobbie was recently predeceased by her husband, Mathew on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Family and friends are invited to a memorial service for both Mathew and Bobbie on Thursday, April 24, 2008, at 12 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home with Deacon William Dougherty officiating. Interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In memory of Bobbie, donations can be made to the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, ICU, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14905. The family of Bobbie would like to thank the ICU at Arnot Ogden Medical center for the compassionate care Bobbie received.

LAUPER, Patricia A.

Community Volunteer

Devoted member and volunteer of the Southport Community for many years, passed away Tuesday, May 14th, 2008, very unexpectedly at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA, at the age of 78. Pat was the daughter of the late Arthur and Mary Soleski Cobb. She was born in Elmira, NY, February 3rd, 1930. Her husbands, John J. Considine and Clarence (Pete) Lauper predeceased her. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904, Monday, May 19th, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral and committal services will be held at the conclusion of the calling hours at 7:00 p.m. The Reverend Richard Farrell will officiate. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira. Surviving Pat are her loving children: son, Ed (Roberta) Considine of Pine City; daughter, Mary (Henry) Swilley of TX; son, Joseph (Barbara) Considine of TX; stepdaughter, Bonnie Thorpe of NC; stepson, Jeff Lauper of Wellsburg, NY; ten beloved grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving her are her sister, Maureen (Francis) Morris of Elmira; brothers, Richard Cobb of Horseheads, and Michael (Ardeth) Cobb of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews that she was very proud of. Pat Lauper was best known for her unwavering loyalty to her community with her bright smile and very approachable attitude on life. Everyone seemed to become accustomed to Pat, always helping out wherever and whenever needed. Some of the organizations that she volunteered her time to were Pine City Military Family Service Club, Samaritan Center, Brand Park Beautification Committee, Red Hat Society, Meals on Wheels, Grottoettes, she was the Recording Secretary of the Pine City Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary and Ashland Senior Citizen Center. In honor of Pat's volunteerism, she was awarded the Mildred Parfitt Award of which she was very proud. She was a longtime communicant of St. Mary's Church of the Southside. She graduated from the St. Joseph's School of Nursing and enjoyed a nursing career that spanned over 40 years in the Chemung County area. In lieu of flowers, the family requested memorial donations to the Pine City Military Family Service Club, c/o Gretchen Ham, 247 Kinner Hill Road, Pine City, NY 14871. This group sends various care packages to our military forces that are stationed overseas. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for her family in obituaries at www.olthof.com NOTICE: will meet at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. on Monday, May 19, at 6:45 p.m. to pay our final respects to our departed St. Joseph Hospital Alumni Association member Patricia A. Lauper.

Arnold, A. June

Of Apalachin, cherished wife, mother and grandmother, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 31, 2008, following a brief illness. June was born on November 30, 1929 in Ilion, NY. She graduated from Elmira Southside High School in 1947. She was predeceased by her parents, Floyd and Florence Adams; and sister, Evelyn Hall. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Bill; and her five children, Michael and Dotti Arnold, Vestal, NY, Marsha and John Gana, Little Meadows, PA, Thomas and Debra Arnold, Owego, NY, David and Beth Arnold, Johnson City, NY, and Joseph Arnold and Sunday, Apalachin, NY. She is also survived by grandsons, Matthew, Justin, Nathan and Joshua Arnold; and brothers, Gene and Ward Adams; special nephews and nieces, Tedd and Carol, Brenda, Donna, Joyce, Stu and Lynn; special friend, Pat; and numerous friends and neighbors. June was a lifelong member of St. Margaret Mary's Church in Apalachin, NY. She was a former employee of Canada Dry, and of Waterman Conservation Center in Apalachin, NY. June enjoyed her volunteer work over the years at her church, but being a wife, mother and grandmother gave her the greatest joy. She loved participating in her grandchildren's various activities. Her kind heart and sense of humor will always be remembered. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, August 6 at 11 a.m. at St. Margaret Mary's Church in Apalachin, NY. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 9 - 11 a.m. at the church. Burial will immediately follow at Riverside Cemetery on Marshland Rd. in Apalachin. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in June's memory to the Ronald McDonald House of Central New York, 1027-29 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, NY 13210. Arrangements are with the Coleman and Daniels Funeral Home, Inc., Rt. 434, Apalachin.

Published in the Star-Gazette on 8/2/2008