Russell William Abbott, Sr.

Russell William Abbott, Sr., 91, of Windsor, NY passed away August 26, 2017 at Bridgewater Nursing Home in Binghamton, NY. He was predeceased by his parents, Jesse Aaron and Elizabeth Gertrude Abbott and by his wife Lillian May Abbott. He was also predeceased by his son, Russell W. Abbott, Jr. and his daughter, Linda Spann.

Russell is survived by children, stepchildren, and grandchildren: Jim Conklin, Fred and Darlene Capel, Rosebud and Bill Cooper, Jess and Johna Conklin, Tim and Dot Abbott; 16 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 9 great great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a loving nephew and niece, Robert and Jane Macumber, and by many more nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Russell worked as a farmer throughout most of his life and loved to hunt and spend time with his family. He enjoyed working on cars and attending family picnics.

A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit, NY. Condolences may be expressed at www.zacharias funeralhome.com.

Gary Innes Amendola

Gary Amendola passed away Monday, December 11, 2017 in Coeur d’Alene after a valiant battle with cancer. He was 67 years old. Gary was born on Long Island, NY and raised in the small village of Deposit in upstate NY. He was the second born of five sons to Frank and Audrey Amendola. 

Gary was a renaissance man - a varsity letterman in football, wrestling, and track, honor roll student, active in chorus, drama, student council president, and Eagle scout. He started a Teen Center with best friend Terry. The center was dedicated to his brother Willet (Ran) who was killed in Viet Nam in 1967. With that resume he attended the Air Force Academy, graduated from the University of Colorado and studied abroad for his last semester in Siena, Italy. 

Post undergraduate work found him in Park City, Utah where he was a skier, carpenter and member of the infamous Mucker Rugby Team. Two years of that lifestyle convinced him to find gainful employment which led him to Gonzaga Law School. Rugby was part of that curriculum as well.  Upon graduation and still full of wanderlust and adventure, Gary and classmate Ron drove to Alaska. They worked in fisheries while studying for the bar. Probably at the bar.

Gary’s first job as an attorney was at Babcock and Amendola in Sitka, Alaska. He excelled in his profession from the start. On a visit to Sitka in 2014, a merchant recognized his name and exclaimed how much he had helped them more than 30 years ago.

In 1982 Gary moved to Juneau to become Assistant Attorney General for the State of Alaska. One case took him all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. (They won.) In 1984 Gary seized the opportunity to spend a year studying International Law at the Australian National University in Canberra. Once again he balanced his studies with rugby, golf and travel. Gary returned to his previous post at the Alaskan Attorney General’s office, married, and became a devoted father to children Joshua and Jessica. 

In 1995 Gary was hired, fired, and re-hired as a Kootenai County Public Defender by John Adams who would become his best friend until their last days together at the Schneidmiller Hospice House.  In 2001 Gary joined Walker Rines and Amendola where he rose to managing partner of Amendola Doty and Brumley.  Gary was past president of the Idaho Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and one of the few Certified Trial Specialists in the State of Idaho. From his outstanding professional record and recognition from colleagues, he was chosen as a member of Super Lawyers. Even more important are the countless testimonials from friends, and clients benefitting from his “larger- than- life” heart and generosity from tireless pro bono work. 

Gary will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and legal colleagues who had the pleasure of his acquaintance in the courtroom, the golf course, and his home. He was a member of the Eagles, Sitka VFW, served on the board at Avondale Golf Course, and generous supporter of Can Do MS. Truly he was a man of character and substance.

Gary is survived by his college sweetheart but wife of only four years Annie Amendola; son Joshua Amendola; daughter Jessica Amendola-Ayles; son-in-law Ryan Ayles; father Frank Amendola; brothers Scott, Jay, and Wayne Amendola; niece Ginny Walker; aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother Audrey Amendola and brother Willet Amendola.

A dedication will take place at his beloved Avondale Golf Course next spring. In lieu of flowers consider a donation to Hospice House of North Idaho.

Lloyd E. Backus

Lloyd E. Backus, 80, of Sidney Center passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at home.

Lloyd was born on September 29, 1936 born on the farm in Cannonsville, the son of the late Leon and Alice (Brundege) Backus. He was the second of eleven children. He grew up on the family farm and he attended Deposit Central School. Lloyd proudly served his country in the United States Army where he was stationed in France.

Lloyd married Mary Elizabeth Griffin on August 3, 1958. They enjoyed 57 years together before Mary predeceased him on May 3, 2015.

He was employed by Amphenol Corp for over 40 years. He also was a Justice for the Town of Tompkins for 36 years, a member of the American Legion Post #1554, and a member of the Trout Creek Volunteer Fire Department where he was treasurer for many years.

He enjoyed being outside working in the yard and taking care of his chickens, going to the Amish Country, NASCAR races, and adding to his John Deere collection. His most prized possession was his family.

Lloyd is survived by his children: Pam Lakin (Tim), Sam Backus (Tania), Patricia Gardepe (Ron) and Peggy Backus; grandchildren: Matthew and Jessica Lakin, Daniel and Robert Gardepe, Dexter Backus, Nathaniel Gardepe, Mallory Sprague, Tyler and Logan Knapp, and Austin Gardepe; great-grandchildren: Aubree, Emmett, and Abigail, and a new one to arrive any day; his brothers and sisters: Ruth, Jayne, Ed, Marion, Margie, Rose, Janet, and Jim. He was also a special person in the lives of Pat Backus, Cindy Jump, and Tawaina Gaines, and special friends Charlie and Mary Lou Koehler who supported with their friendship over the last few weeks. He was predeceased by his brothers: Robert and Andrew.

A graveside service with full military honors was held on Saturday, May 20 at 11:00 a.m. at the Carroll Cemetery in Trout Creek with the Rev. David Gatje, officiating. Arrangements are with Courtney Funeral Home, Walton.

Memorial Contributions in Lloyd’s memory may be made to Trout Creek Volunteer Fire, 8695 County Highway 27, Trout Creek, New York 13847 or American Legion Post 1554.

We’ll always Remember that special smile, that caring heart. That warm embrace you always gave us.

You being there for mom and us through good and bad times no matter what.

We’ll always remember you, Dad, because there’ll never be anyone to replace you in our hearts and the love we will always have for you.

Paul C. Barbaretto

Paul C. Barbaretto, 74, of Deposit, NY passed away February 8, 2017 at Bridgewater Center in Binghamton, NY.

He is survived by his wife: Christine Barbaretto; by his sister: Diana Diaz of Port St. Lucie, FL; and by two nephews, one niece, and a God Child.

Paul was born November 8, 1942 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Alphonse and Laura (Cenicola) Barbaretto. Paul served in the U.S. Army from 1964 - 1966 during the Vietnam War Era. In 1969, he married Christine Pitkiewicz in Queens, NY. Paul worked for 36 years for the New York City Transit Authority in Brooklyn as a signal maintainer in the city subway system. He retired in 1999 and moved from Cambria Heights to Deposit in 2000. He was an active member of St. Joseph’s Church in Deposit, was a Grand Knight in the Knights of Columbus, and was an active member of the Deposit Fire Department Benevolent Committee.

A Funeral Mass was held Monday, February 13 at St. Joseph’s Church in Deposit. Friends called at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit on Sunday, February 12 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, NY. Condolences may be expressed at www.zacharias funeralhome.com.

Angelina (DeMarco) Barnhart

Angelina (DeMarco) Barnhart, 75, formerly of Walton, NY and more recently Howell, NJ died on November 21, 2017 after a short difficult battle with bone cancer at the Care-One Rehabilitation facility in Jackson, NJ.

She was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 3, 1941. The daughter of immigrant parents from Italy, when she was very young they moved from there to Walton where she was raised until she was a teenager and then they moved down to the coastal area of NJ.

She worked for many years as a school bus driver for the Ramtown school district in Howell, and retired from there. She enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her family. She especially loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving is her son: William "Scott" Barnhart of Deposit, NY; grandson: Scott A. Barnhart and wife Louise O'Rourke-Barnhart, their newborn son, Henrik of Philadelphia, PA; daughter: Theresa D. Killion and her husband Ray, of Jackson, NJ, their daughters Hannah and Heather, and Heather's children Allison and Scarlet.

She was predeceased by her ex husband: William S. Barnhart in 1999; brother: Sal DeMarco in 1987; and her parents: Mr. & Mrs. DeMarco.

The funeral was held on November 24 in NJ.

Donations can be made in her name to the American Cancer Society.

Rudy Bode

Rudy Bode, age 84, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Elizabeth Church Manor in Binghamton, NY. He was born in Queens, NY City on March 3, 1932.

Rudy grew up on the family farm in Deposit, NY and graduated from Deposit Central School at age 16. He was an avid, lifelong NY Yankee fan. Rudy attended Albany State Teachers College and received his Bachelors Degree from Binghamton University. He served in the United State Army. He received his Master’s of Social Work degree from Adelphi University. 

Rudy was employed by Broome County Dept. of Social Services (previously Binghamton Social Services) for 28 years. He started as a caseworker and rose through the ranks to become deputy commissioner where his number one priority was taking care of his fellow employees. 

He is survived by his brother: Robert (Judy) Bode; sister: Louise (David) Thomas; nieces: Loraine Bode, Deborah (Brian) Glazy, Dawn Thomas Curran (and children); nephews: Karl (Deborah Poe) Bode, Daniel (Nancy) Thomas (and son Alex), and Timothy Thomas; cousin: Hank (Joan) Bowman of Long Island, NY; several great-nephews; and two special friends Biwar and Howar Avdel. 

Arrangements are being handled by the Thomas J. Shea Funeral Home, Inc. Rudy chose to be cremated and a Memorial Service will be held in the spring at Christ Episcopal Church, Deposit. Memorial donations may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 16 Dean St., Deposit, NY 13754.

Ella G. Bowker

(January 1, 1924 - April 4, 2017)

Ella G. Bowker, 93, of Walton passed away on Tuesday morning, April 4, 2017 at Fox Hospital Nursing Home, following a short illness.

Ella was born on January 1, 1924 in the Town of Colchester, the daughter of the late Neal and Margaret (Butler) Gray. On January 9, 1942 she married Glenn R. Bowker, Sr., he predeceased her on January 17, 1998. Ella was a long time member of the United Presbyterian Church, and a member of the Business Professional Women’s Club of Walton. Ella loved spending time with her family, knitting, sewing, cooking, reading, tatting, and quilting.

Ella is survived by her loving family, her children, Betsey (Eric) Edwards of West Boylston, Mass, Barbara (John) Danylak of Northport FL, Linda Lalone of Constantia, NY; Lisa (Robert) Huyck of Treadwell, NY; grandchildren, Kenneth, Kevin, Kristopher (Patty), John Andrew, Matthew (Heather), Brett (Kelly), Kyle (Sonia), Glenn “Mike” (Michelle), Dale, Lindsay, Lynndon; great grandchildren, Misti, Samantha, Kate, George, Ella, Everett, Hannah, Quinn; great-great grandchild, Addison. A brother, Jack (Sally) Gray of Pharr, TX; daughter in law, Janice Bowker (Joe), and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her son, Glenn “Mike” Bowker, Jr., daughter, Sally; brothers, Richard and Carl, sisters, Ethel Gray and Rose Smith.

Family and friends were invited to call on Saturday, April 8 from 2PM to 3PM at the Courtney Funeral Home, 25 Townsend Street, Walton where services were held at 3 PM with the Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays, officiating. Burial will be in Walton Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Ella’s memory may be made to the United Presbyterian Church, 58 East Street, Walton, New York 13856.  Condolences to the family may be made online by visiting www.courtneyfh.com.

Marilyn I. Bried

Marilyn I. Bried, 60, of Deposit, NY passed away February 16, 2017 at Willow Point Nursing Home in Vestal, NY.

She is survived by her husband of 41 years: Willard T. Bried, Jr. She is also survived by her three children: Willard A. Bried of CO, Christopher Bried of Johnson City, NY, and Julie Bried also of Johnson City; by her two grandchildren: Brock and Blake Bried; and also by her sister: Ruth Carender.

Marilyn has been a resident of Deposit for the past 20 years having moved from Binghamton, NY.

A Memorial Service will be held at a future date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are through the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Kathleen Murphy Buck

Kathleen Murphy Buck, formerly of Deposit passed away on March 11, 2017, at Teresian House in Albany, NY.

Born in Ballintubber, County Roscommon, Ireland, she was the daughter of the late Patrick and Brigid Burns Murphy.

Kathleen was predeceased by her husband, Paul C. Buck, Sr. of Deposit. Having married during World War II in Bridgend, Wales, in 1945, they enjoyed 55 years of marriage before his passing in August 2000.

She is survived by her children: Johanna (Robert) Shogan, Michael (Linda) Buck, Paul Clayton Buck, Jr., Lawrence Buck, Nancy (Diederik) TerlaakPoot; and grandchildren: Brigid, Paul, Leslie, Matt, Ryan, Jacob, Luke, Peter, Wilson, and Tyler. She was the great-grandmother of: Keenan, Kaegan, Koen, McKenna, Monroe, Casey, Catherine, Tristan, Merric, and Zia. She is survived by two sisters: Pauline, in Toronto, Canada, and Joan and her husband Mickey in Belfast, North Ireland. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who were special to her.

She and Paul were parishioners of St. Joseph’s Church in Deposit, NY, but most recently, she was a daily communicant at mass at the chapel in Teresian House Nursing Home run by the Carmelite Sisters in Albany.

Kathleen enjoyed many adventures from traveling, to visiting family and friends on both sides of the Atlantic, to relishing sunny days at beautiful Oquaga Lake in Deposit or incredible breezes and walks at South Padre Island in TX. She loved her vegetable and flower gardens. Her rose garden in TX was always ablaze with color, and she was especially fond of tomatoes. She faced each day with strength and courage, striving to maintain her dignity, independence, and quality of life. Kathleen made the people in her life feel worthwhile and loved. Above all, her most enjoyable moments were during family meals and get-togethers when laughter and Irish coffee were forever a part of the celebration.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations in Kathleen’s name be made to a charity of your choice. But more importantly, Kathleen would wish that you live your life well and enjoy each precious moment.

A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, March 17 at St. Joseph’s Church, Second St., Deposit at 2:00 p.m. Friends may call at the church on Friday from noon until 2:00 p.m. time of service. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Deposit at a later date.

Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Charles William Buckbee, Jr.

Charles William Buckbee, Jr., 83, of Masonville, NY passed away August 30, 2017 at his daughter’s home in the Town of Deposit, NY.

He was predeceased by his parents, Charles W. Buckbee, Sr. and Lavinia Tait; by his brother, Ralph Buckbee of Rifton, NY; and by his grandson, Kyle Winans.

Charles is survived by his former wife, Irma Buckbee; by his daughter, Lavonne (Bonnie) Winans and her husband, Jim. Also surviving are sisters Sally Baker and June Barriger. He is also survived by grandchildren, Heather Williams and Ryan Winans; and by great- grandchildren, Ronnie Sullivan, Hunter Williams, and Allison Williams.

Charles retired as a heating controls and calibration technician after 35 years with the Bendix Corp. in Sidney, NY.

Donations may be made to Catskill Area Hospice, 542 Main St., Oneonta, NY 13820 or on line at www.cahpc.org in Memory of Charles W. Buckbee, Jr.

Private funeral arrangements have been made through the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www. zacharias funeralhome.com.

Lavina G. Bullis

Lavina G. Bullis, 78, of Afton, passed away early Wednesday morning, December 13, 2017 at Wilson Regional Medical Center in Johnson City. Lavina was born on September 1, 1939 in Deposit, NY, daughter of the late Leland and Corabelle (Thomas) Evans.

On September 2, 1956, Lavina was married to Foster W. Bullis in Deposit. They shared 56 years of marriage before he predeceased her in January of 2013.

Lavina was a devoted member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Sidney. She loved gardening and flowers, cooking for the boys and shopping. Her family was the most important thing in her life. 

She will be missed by: son and daughter-in-law: Foster, Jr. and Karen Bullis of Afton; grandchildren: William Bullis of Afton, Ashley Bullis of Texas, Curt and Diana Bullis of Endicott and Briana Marshall of Rome; 4 great-grandsons; brother: Minard Thomas; brother-in-law: Ritchie and Dorothy Bullis of Harpursville; and two sisters-in-law: Marilyn and Donald Thomas of Windsor and Carolyn and Don Monhey of Bainbridge.

In addition to her parents and her husband, Lavina was predeceased by two brothers, Faron Thomas and Bob Evans.

Burial will be private in Vestal Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, Lavina requested that a tree be planted in her memory; donations may be made to The Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410. 

Share condolences with the family online at www.landersfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney.

Sara Lynette Burgess

Sara Lynette Burgess passed away unexpectedly August 14, 2017. A free spirit and wonderful singer, Sara (Songbird) could bring goosebumps to anyone fortunate enough to hear her. She was born October 29, 1979 in Ft. Hood, TX and loved to travel, especially to music festivals and concerts.

Sara is survived by her three beloved sons: Darien Giordano, River and Indigo Burgess; granddaughter: Karmyn Lee Giordano; mother and stepfather: Patti Charles (Tom Rosenkrantz) all of Deposit and father and stepmother: Major (Ret.) William Burgess and Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Chinette George of MS. Sara is also survived by paternal grandparents: Mary and Clarence Hubbard; sisters: Kala Burgess, Marcia and her husband Brad Albrecht and brother Jordan Charles, as well as niece and nephews: Aurora and Jacob Albrecht and Chase Lewis.

She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents Bob and Dixie Charles. A graduate of Deposit Central School and Binghamton University, Sara also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins, and special friend, Billy Kristek.

A staunch defender of the “little guy” and the underprivileged, Sara will definitely be remembered for her fiery dedication and political action.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be mailed to: Marcia Albrecht, 72 Second St., Deposit, NY 13754 c/o Burgess Bothers where they will be set aside for her younger sons continuing education.

Visitation was held Saturday, August 19 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www. zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Shawn D. Buteau

Shawn D. Buteau, 31, of Walton passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning, November 9, 2017 at home.

Shawn was born on August 30, 1986 in Walton, the son of James Buteau and Lisa Green. Shawn was a hard worker who loved to build things. He had a heart of gold and would help anyone who needed a hand.

Shawn is survived by his loving family, his mother: Lisa Green, Walton; his father: James Buteau, Syracuse; girlfriend: Natasha Mason, her children: Austin and Jasmine; brothers: Christopher (Joshua) Blincoe of Oneonta, Jordan Blincoe of Walton; sister: Amanda Blincoe of Walton; grandfather: David R. Buteau, Sr., Walton; aunts and uncles: Nancy and Ron Thompson of Walton, Peter Buteau, NYC, Dan and Cindy Buteau of Deposit, Katie Buteau, Messina, Denice Buteau, FL, Charlotte and John Penn of Zephyrhills, FL; and several cousins.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Patricia K. Buteau, Chester and Mabel Green, uncles, Major David R. Burteau, Jr., Ron Green, Lawrence Green, and aunt, Margo Markle.

Funeral Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are with Courtney Funeral Home, 25 Townsend Street, Walton. Condolences to the family may be made online by  visiting www. courtneyfh.com.

Elizabeth (Penny) Clague

Elizabeth (Penny) Clague, 88, of Sherman, PA passed away October 13, 2017 at her home.

She is survived by her children, daughter: Christine Whitmore; daughter and son-in-law: Susan and Bob Lee; daughter and son-in-law: Mary and Ron Broad; son: Joey Clague; brothers and sisters: Mary Wells, sister and brother-in-law: Joann and Tom Beynon, brother and sister-in-law: John and Charolette Penn; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by a daughter, Lynda VanValkenburg; granddaughters: Lori Oushana, Tonya Lee, and Julie VanValkenburg; brother, Nathan Penn; sisters: Fanny Prentice and Janice Atkinson.

Penny loved being on Facebook, crocheting, and spending time with her family.

Funeral Services were held Sunday, October 15 at 3:00 p.m. at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit, NY with Pastor Bob Matthews of the Deposit First Baptist Church, officiating.

Burial was held in the Hale Eddy Cemetery. Friends called at the Zacharias Funeral Home on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. time of service. Condolences may be expressed at www.zacharias funeralhome.com.

Kristie Rebecca Clark

Kristie Rebecca Clark, 37, of Endicott, NY, died unexpectedly on Sunday, December 31, 2017 in Redfield, NY, after a snowmobile accident.

She was born on April 11, 1980 in Binghamton, NY, and grew up in Hancock, NY, with her parents, Ken and Karen and her sisters, Kim, Kellie and Kourtnie. At very young ages the four girls could be heard doing radio ads for Beaver Mountain Log Homes, the family business. She was also a part of the Emory Methodist Church family in Hancock. Kristie graduated from Hancock Central School in 1998. She then went on to attend SUNY Morrisville to receive her Associates Degree in Equine Science in 2000. As an avid member of the American Quarter Horse Association, she loved riding and showing her beloved quarter horses. In addition to her equine science degree, she also received a business degree from SUNY Broome.

After graduating from Broome she started working for Beaver Mountain as an administrative assistant. This led her to Corning Inc. where she worked as an administrator. After a few years in Corning she realized her heart was not in it and left to pursue a career working with animals, her passion! Kristie then took a leap of faith and adventured to Winter Park, Florida where she attended and graduated from the Florida Institute of Animal Arts in 2012. She returned to Upstate New York and jumped heart first into her passionate career as a pet groomer. This venture led her to her current job with “At Your Service” in Endwell, NY, where she worked closely with her very dear friends, Ellen and Corinne. She will be greatly missed by all of her furry client friends.

As well as grooming animals and riding horses, Kristie also had a passion for other outdoor sports such as, stand up paddle boarding, four wheeling, jet skiing and snowmobiling.

She truly was a spark in everyone’s lives, spreading light and laughter everywhere she went! She lived life to the absolute fullest, enjoying every moment and embracing the small things! Kristie, you will be forever with us all!

Surviving are her parents: Ken and Karen; three sisters: Kim and husband Drew Prochazka, Kellie and husband Jeff White, and Kourtnie and boyfriend Evan Whitmore; her loving partner: Marty “Smarty” Palombo and his extended family, who all adored Kristie; 10 nieces and nephews: Colin, Teagan, Meghan, Kian, Griffin, Quinn, and Ellison Prochazka and Myles, Kobe, and Gavin White. She is also survived by her paternal grandparents: Don and Anita Clark; maternal grandparents: Richard and Betty Swanson; several aunts, uncles, and cousins, and her two special fur baby cats: Ace and Diesel.

A visitation to celebrate Kristie’s life was held on Friday, January 5, 2018, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with a brief time of remembrance at 6:00 p.m. at the Emory United Methodist Church, Hancock.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Kristie’s memory to the Broome Co. Humane Society, 167 Conklin Ave., Binghamton, NY, 13903 or online at bchumanesoc.com.

Arrangements by Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock.

Helen D. Cline

Helen D. Cline, 88, passed away after a brief illness surrounded by family at her home in Sebring, FL on March 3. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack Cline, her parents Dewey and Catherine (Roberts) Decker, brothers Graden and Shod, and her sister Betty Teale.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter: Julie Baker (husband Gene) of Hickory, NC; sons: David Cline of Sebring, FL, and John Cline of Chicago, IL; grandsons: Daniel and Matthew Baker both of Ashville, NC; brothers: Dewey Decker of McClure, NY, Jack Decker of Hodgenville, KY, and sisters: Florence Connors of Bainbridge, NY, Bernice Hartz and Joann Neer of Deposit, NY; her brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.

Helen was a talented homemaker who also is known as Avon lady for 36 years. She enjoyed sharing the products, but her heart was in the people and many of the customers became friends. She earned many awards in Avon including the Presidential Club each year. Helen enjoyed entertaining people and would often host meals at her home.

Helen moved from family farm in McClure to Hickory, NC when she married Jack in 1948. In 1962 they moved to Naples, FL with their children. Moving to Sebring in 1972 but her heart always remained in Deposit where her family lived.

Helen loved the Lord and showed that love through helping others. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her beloved family.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Wilma Emma Colban

1/16/1934 - 4/27/2017

Wilma Emma Colban passed away peacefully April 27, 2017 at the Bridgewater Nursing Home in Binghamton. She was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY where she lived until five years ago when she left the troublesome Brooklyn projects to move to Meadow Park Apts., Deposit. Only then did she feel safe where friendly people made her welcome.

She leaves a cousin: Bill Johnson and his wife, Eleanor of Deposit.

Her husband, Arthur "Skippy" Colban predeceased her in 2004. She had no children, only some nieces and nephews who reside in the northeast.

There will be no services and her remains, along with her husband's will be scattered in Jamaica Bay, Brooklyn as per her wishes. "Good-bye kid!"

Dale L. Conklin, Sr.

Dale L. Conklin, Sr., 69, of East Branch passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at Home after escaping Delaware Valley Hospital earlier that day.

Dale was born on January 25, 1948 in Walton, NY the son of the late William and Helen (Wright) Conklin. He proudly served his country in the U. S. Army during Vietnam, as a Medic. On October 2, 1982 he married Sandra Burdick in a Blue Jean Wedding, in Downsville, NY.

Dale worked as a foreman for Johnston Forest Products in East Branch for 36 years before it closed it doors and he was forced to retire to his chair. He loved spending time with his family especially backyard competitive croquet games, whiffle ball and family bbq’s. He had a love for fast cars, tinkering and fixing just about anything. Dale enjoyed playing pranks on his family such as wrapping up numerous boxes at Christmas for them to open and find nothing inside or maybe you were the lucky one to find rocks at the bottom. He loved keeping McDonalds in business by eating there almost everyday of the week; having their famous cheeseburgers, hash browns and diet Cokes.

Dale took pride in maintaining his yard and home. If you drove in his yard or threw cigarette butts or trash in it, you’d be raking and leveling it until he was satisfied it was perfect. He especially loved his “bad kitty” Izzy, his fat fluffy Patches and his 70 inch TV that was always too loud for anyone to hear and have a normal conversation around. “Why do you think we all yell when we talk?” Dale enjoyed watching NASCAR, cheering on Dale Earnhardt #3 until February 18, 2001, then NASCAR didn’t mean as much to him. He also loved rooting for the NY Yankees, the NY Giants, watching The Rifleman, Westerns, Bonanza, and his favorite, The Walking Dead.

“ Dad you no longer have to whisper about the evil nurses, you’re free, our undercover agent.”

“Stay strong, stand your ground and never give up.”

Dale is survived by his loving family, wife: Sandra Conklin; children: Lisa (Daniel) Koch, Sr. of Deposit, Amy (Mark) Bass of Downsville, Dale (Melinda) Conklin, Jr. of Hancock, Stacy (Phillip) Fenescey of East Branch; grandchildren: Justin (Stephanie), Shawn (Samantha), Daniel, Ethan, Aja, and Corey (Melissa), Haley (Kyle), MacKenzie, Bianca, Desiree, Sheree (Mike), Diona, Jonathan, and Ethan, Rowan, Stryker, Max, and Shane, Levi, Benjamin, and Dustin; great- grandchildren: Gunnar, Lia, and Lincoln; brother: Charles and Peggy Conklin, of DeLancey; sisters: Martha Luscomb of Downsville, Gail and Karl Kauffman of East Branch, Gertrude and Bob Valentine of Cambridge, Susie Conklin and Sandee Hall of Downsville; special “brother”: Patrick Conklin (Terry) of DeLancey; special niece: Sally Kauffman of East Branch and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was predeceased by his brother Richard Conklin, sisters, June Mills, and Sally Donisthorpe and his favorite wiener, Girly Girl Buttons.

A Memorial Service was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 19 at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 15121 Main Street, Downsville, NY with Father Michael Shank, officiating. Arrangements are with Courtney Funeral home, Walton.

There was a get together after at the Downsville Fire Department in celebration of Dale’s life.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family to help offset funeral arrangements to: Family of Dale Conklin, P. O. Box 123, East Branch, New York 13756 or P. O. Box 235, Downsville, New York 13755.  Condolences to the family may be made online by visiting www.courtneyfh.com.

Edward B. Corbett

Edward B. Corbett, 74, of Columbia Lake Rd., Deposit, NY passed away unexpectedly February 28, 2017.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dorothy (Dittmar) Corbett; by a son and daughter-in-law: Eric and Lori Corbett and a granddaughter, Reagan Corbett all of Knoxville, TN; by a sister: Brenda Horecky of Elmsford, NY; by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Edward was born June 20, 1942 in Tarrytown, NY, the son of Edward J. and Mildred (Lundquist) Corbett. He served in the U.S. Army from 1960 - 1966. Edward was a purchasing agent for and retired from IBM in Atlanta, GA. In 2006, he and Dorothy moved from Atlanta to Deposit full-time. Edward served as a past president of the Deposit Foundation.

A Memorial Service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at the Sherman Bible Chapel, 129 Second St., Deposit. Friends called at the church from noon until 1:00 p.m. time of service.

Friends wishing may make memorial donations to: Sherman Bible Chapel, 17 Monument St., Deposit, NY 13754; Deposit Foundation, P.O. Box 41, Deposit, NY 13754; International Fellowship of Christians & Jews, P.O. Box 96105, Washington, DC 20090-6105.

Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Joe S. Decker, Sr.

Joe Sheridan Decker, Sr., age 71, of Mt. Gilead, NC passed away Monday, August 7, 2017, at his home.

Mr. Decker was born in Broome County, NY on July 24, 1946 to Horace Emerson and Frances Ruth Moore Decker. He was a forklift operator at the foundry in Biscoe.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his first wife, Sara F. Decker.

He is survived by his wife: Shiela Lindsey Decker, of the home; four sons: Joe Decker, Jr. of Sanford, Steve Decker of Sanford, Brian Decker of Mt. Gilead and Sean Decker of Troy; brother of eight sisters: Mary Dietzman of Harpursville, NY, Anna Montresser of Binghamton, NY, Marjory Macumber of Deposit, NY, Rhea Barnes of Windsor, NY, Ethel Bondranko of Yale, VA, Sharon Faulkenberry of Rock Hill, SC, Jenny Barrett of Deposit and Katherine Szymaniak of Harpursville; three brothers: Michael Decker of Harpursville, Douglas Decker, Sr. of Windsor and Jeffery Decker of Clinton, TN; ten grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren.

A memorial service and visitation was held from 4:00 - 6:00 pm on Friday, August 11, at his home.

Online condolences may be made at www.phillipsfh.com.

Edwin V. Ditewig

Edwin V. Ditewig, 81, of Deposit passed away at Willow Point Nursing Home on May 18, 2017 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He was predeceased by his parents, Val and Elsa Ditewig and his daughter-in-law, Carolyn Ditewig.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years: Sylvia. He is also survived by two sons: Mark Ditewig (Caryn) and Lance Ditewig of Deposit; one daughter: Karen Klein (Don) of Vestal; two granddaughters: Megan Wrighter of Binghamton and Kelsey Klein of Vestal; one grandson: Joshua Formanek of Greenville, NC; and one great grandson: Colton Formanek of Johnson City.

He was a member of the McClure Methodist Church and after retirement, attended the First United Methodist Church of Deposit. Ed graduated from Deposit Central School in 1953 and owned and operated Ditewig’s Grocery and Sporting Goods for 40 years. He was a past Rotarian, church trustee, Deposit’s Closet volunteer, and Town of Sanford councilman for 25 years.

He was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling, especially his many trips to Virginia and Myrtle Beach with family and friends. Ed will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Funeral Services were held on Monday, May 22 at 11:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 109 Second Street, Deposit. The family received friends on Monday from 10:00 a.m. prior to the 11:30 a.m. Service at the Church. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to the First United Methodist Church, 109 Second Street, Deposit, NY 13754 or The Alzheimer’s Association, 441 W. Kirkpatrick St., Syracuse, NY 13204-1305.

Arrangements are in the care of the Zacharias Funeral Home in Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneral home.com.

Mary Ellen (Leonard) Doty

8-8-1940 - 1-18-2017

With heavy hearts we would like to announce the passing of a very sweet and loving woman, Mary Ellen Doty. On January 18, 2017 Mary went to  join her heavenly father peacefully.

Mary was predeceased by her mother and father, Hazel (Canfield) Waznick and Francias Leonard, by her sister, Jill (Leonard) Creekmore, and brother, Jack Leonard as well as her late husband, Roland Doty.

Mary, better known as Gram-cracker, is survived by her children: Ellen (Leonard) and Cork Macumber, Kevin and Melissa (Vandermark) Doty, James Kelly, as well as two stepchildren: Laurel and Fawn; her siblings: Francias (Sonny) and Lillian Leonard, Lawrence (Larry) and Faye Leonard, and Wayne Leonard; her loving grandchildren: Mary Fox and Ashley Hathaway, Gregory and Jessica (Barringer) Macumber, Erin Macumber, Remington Doty, Daulton Doty, as well as two young men she claimed as her own Aden Vandermark and Logan Barnes; the light of her life and best friend - her great-granddaughter Emma Macumber; and many special nieces, nephews, and extended (adopted) family members whom meant so much to her in many ways.

Mary was a lifelong resident of Deposit, who was well known for her great smile and kind heart. Always willing to do anything for anyone. In her younger years she was known for her dancing. She was always surrounded by "her" neighborhood children. She was one of the best fly-fishermen on River Road, tying her own flys and filleting her own fish. She could always be found sewing, knitting or crocheting all kinds of projects.

Mary was a very special woman who was loved by many in the community and will be greatly missed by all. She will live in our hearts forever.

Calling hours were held at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit on Saturday, January 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. with the Funeral Service immediately following. Pastor Patricia Hunter officiated. 

Brayden Thoreau Doughty

Nov. 23, 2004 - May 3, 2017

Brayden Thoreau Doughty, cherished in life by family and friends all around, left this earthly realm to a place devoid of worries.

Words cannot express the loss of what his presence meant to us. Beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin. He loved to play games and explore his world with great enthusiasm and never let obstacles interfere with his many, many dreams. We are grieving, but in spirit, he is never leaving. His voice echoes in our sweetest memories of him. His comic relief was a blessing…and a comfort. Imagining now, he is aggravating his grandpa in heaven, as he did here. And, although our hearts are broken, we know Brayden is making all his dreams come true, with never-ending possibilities and without boundaries. We love you Brayden!

A Memorial Mass was held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6 at St. Joseph’s Church, Second St., Deposit, NY. Condolences may be expressed at www.zacharias funeralhome.com.

Gaylord I. Doyle

Gaylord I. Doyle, 93, of Moore Township, formerly of Sanford, NY and Palos Verdes, CA, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 07, 2017. He was the husband of the late Barbara Jean (Thomson) Doyle with whom he shared 60 years of marriage prior to her passing in 2011.

Born in Poyntelle, PA, he was a son of the late Irvin R. and Pearl M. (Mosher) Doyle. Upon graduating from Preston High School, Gaylord honorably served in the United States Army during World War II. He was employed by the New York City Water Supply where he was an engineer of 20 years. He then moved to California where he worked for the Palos Verdes Property Management Co. as an assistant supervisor before retiring.  After retiring, Gaylord worked part-time at Scott's Golf Course in Deposit, NY.  He was a member of Bushkill United Methodist Church. 

Survivors: He will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by his daughters: Kimberly Daniels and her husband, Michael, of Moore Township and Cheryl Curran and her husband, Chuck of Palm Cost, FL; sons, Donald Doyle, of Jensen Beach, FL and Rev. Douglas Doyle and his wife, Enora, of Eunice, LA; fourteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister: Eleanor Hempstead, of Forest City, PA; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his late wife, Jean, he was predeceased by a sister, Winifred Neild, and three brothers, Donald, Walter and Kenneth Doyle. 

Services will be private, at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc., Village of Moorestown - Bath.

Contributions: in lieu of flowers, may be made in memory of Gaylord to The Pentecostals of Cottonport, 107 Montalvo Street, Cottonport, LA 71327.

Graydon V. Faigle

Graydon V. Faigle, 79, of Deposit, NY went to be with the Lord on May 3, 2017. He is predeceased by his mother and father, two infant sisters and his brother Justin.

He is survived by his brothers: Virgil and Ronald (Carol); by his sisters: Alain (late Don Mosher) and Janet (late Lindy Woodmansee) and by his sister in-law, Rita Faigle. Graydon is also survived by his three kids: Paul (Karen), Kevin, and Ellen Savedge; by his step-children: Lynette Rooke, Adam Lee, and Lisa Smith (Will). He is also survived by several grand kids and great-grand kids who knew him by “big pa” and “poppy”.

He touched many lives beyond his relatives, including several foster kids his son, Paul and Karen currently have.

Graydon served in the U.S. Army in 1959-1960. He also worked for both the Hancock and Deposit Telephone Companies, along with farming for the late Dick Gifford. He enjoyed most sports and hunting and would attend most events that his great-grand kids and grand kids were participating in. He was a member of the Men’s Club and the Deposit Fire Department Benevolent Committee, and was active in the community.

Visitors may call at Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit on Wednesday, May 10 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association in memory of Graydon.

Donald Edward Faulkner III

Donald Edward Faulkner III, 59, a loving, devoted, hard working, husband, father, poppa, brother, son and friend passed away on June 6, 2017.

Donald was born to Donald Faulkner Junior and M. Yvonne (Raymond) Faulkner on August 5, 1957.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of nearly 40 years: Cindy (Seymour) Faulkner; his mother: M. Yvonne “Bonnie” Faulkner; his children: Jessica and husband Paul Strauss, Darcel and husband Stanley Carver, and Dakota Faulkner; siblings: Douglas, Cortland, Tracy and Stewart; grandchildren: Carson and Brayden Strauss, Asher, Lane, Khalil, Wylde and Dayvanie Carver. He was predeceased by his father Donald Faulkner, Jr. and daughter Melissa.

The saying “Jack of all trades, master of none” did not apply to him because he was the master of them all. Donald worked for the Deposit Phone Company/TDS for almost 25 years and then as a building contractor for almost 15 years.

Donald enjoyed vacationing and scuba diving in the Caribbean. He was the handyman for many people and was willing to help anyone who asked. He loved to sneak the grandkids twizzlers and watch them play sports, never missing a game until the very end.

Donald loved his family and will be missed greatly by them.

Visitation was held Saturday, June 10 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www. zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Gary Michael Gifford

Gary Gifford, 57, better known as, Spook, of Endwell, NY, passed away on March 17, 2017 at Wilson Memorial Hospital. He was born November 24, 1959 in Sidney, NY, was the son of the late Dick Gifford and Audrey C. Eberhardt, and forever the “little brother” to Steve Gifford and Denise Smith.

By age one, he had a head of curly hair, an impish grin, and the nickname “Spook” for his ability to disappear in a blink of an eye. Gary graduated from Deposit Central School. He would then embark on a lifetime of work, and work was his claim to fame. With full credit always given to his mom and dad, Spook had a work ethic that made him stand out on any crew, in any yard or on any union job. Gary’s first job was on the family farm, then at Beaver Mountain Log Homes. He worked in the stone quarry, the yard at MBI in California, and lastly, he gave his all as a laborer for Alliance Masonry, Local #785. 

In his younger days, Spook played outstanding high school basketball and continued afterwards in several basketball leagues, where once again, his drive made him a standout. His other passion was the racing world. He worked with Kenny & Todd Titus #9, making many friends and acquaintances at area dirt tracks. To the frustration and sadness of his brother-in-law, he was an eternal New York Giants fan.

Gary is survived by his dedicated wife of 20 years: Jennie (Swartwout) Gifford of Endwell; his mother: Audrey (Bill) Eberhardt of Northumberland, PA; children: Jesse (Marcie) Gifford of Sidney, Jessica Gifford of Downsville, and step-daughter Melissa Swartwout of Endwell.  He is also survived by six grandchildren, each one a source of pride:  Dylan, Mariah, Jesslyn, Sable, Samantha, and Jonah. He also leaves his sister: Denise (Rick) Smith of Deposit, and brother: Stephen (Pam) Gifford of Escalon, CA and his grandmother, Grace Gifford, of Unadilla. His family included many aunts, uncles, and cousins, all with their own unique memories of Spook.    

The family welcomes you to a Celebration of Life and luncheon to be held Saturday, March 25 at the Park Terrace Community United Methodist Church (hall) at 30 Glann Rd. Apalachin, NY starting at 12 noon.  

In honor of Gary’s big-hearted love of animals, memorial donations may be made to S.P.E.A.K, at 351 Flint Rd., Binghamton, NY, 13905.

Maria Mary Gordon

Beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister and aunt, Maria Mary Gordon, 55, of Lawton, OK passed away at home with family on Monday, May 15, 2017.

Maria was born into this world on July 12, 1961, daughter of  Letty M. Galusha in Johnson City, NY. She attended Deposit Central School where she excelled in many activities and had become a wrestlerette, cheering on the team until her DCS graduation in 1980.

In December 1981, Maria met the love of her life, Paul Gordon. Together they moved to Lawton, OK and were married on December 2, 1981, where she gave all of herself every day until her last. Maria was a loving and supportive wife while her husband served in the United States Army, traveling with him from Fort Sill, OK to Schabish Gmund, Germany. As a military spouse, Maria not only supported her husband, but the soldiers as well, operating a phone call center at Fort Sill and running the Stars and Stripes bookstore on Bismark Kasern, Germany.

While living in Lawton, she was always in the service of others, working at Sportsworld, being the membership director at the YMCA (2006-2015) and at Platt College as a financial aide (2015-2017). Maria also served the community on the United Way, member of AMBUCS and a Redcoat with the Lawton Chamber of Commerce. She organized a team for the Relay for Life to help raise money for the American Cancer Society.

Maria loved to dance, working and participating with Windwood Hills Dance Academy in Susquehanna, PA, while also working at the high school, running the computer lab and I.T.

Not only was Maria a loving wife to Paul, and wonderful mother to her two children, Ian and Heather, but she was loved by all, touching many lives and making lasting friendships along her journey of life, always with a smile, a hug and a huge heart. Maria also enjoyed dancing, music, food, the outdoors, riding with her husband, and the community, but she loved nothing more than spending time with family and friends.

Maria is survived by her husband: Paul Gordon of Lawton; son: Ian Gordon and wife Chelsea and their son Daniel of Lawton; two daughters: Heather Gordon of Lawton and Michelle (Hoffman) Leckson and husband Chris, their sons Adian and Max and daughter Eli of Annapolis, MD. She is also survived by her mother: Letty Galusha and sisters: Dawn (Galusha) Cassella and husband Michael Cassella, and Letitia (Galusha) Chambers, all of Deposit; nephews: Mark, Adam, and Roman; nieces: Ashley, Danielle and Brianna; great-nephews: Zayden, Quintin and Justin; great niece: Katreena; along with numerous other relatives and close friends.

She was predeceased by her grandparents: Pierre Benjamin Gommenginger and Frances Mary Wright Gommenginger.

Memorial Service was held on Friday, May 19, 11:00 a.m. at Western Hills Church of Christ, 1108 NW 53rd St., Lawton, OK.

Charles E. Graham

Graham, Charles E. of Wisconsin passed to Eternal Life Wednesday, December 27, 2017, age 94 years.

Beloved husband of 60 years to Nancy. Dear father of Barbara (David) Winski, Lynda (Joe Kettner) Kryka, Sue (Pete) Moreno, and Charles Graham. Loving grandfather of Charlie, Eric Winski, Kirstin (Jason), Alyssa (Derek) Muraski, Nash Hintz, Alex, Samantha Moreno and Heather Graham. Great grandfather of Sophie Muraski. Preceded in death by sister Linda Lee. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Charles was an avid woodworker and enjoyed making gifts on his scroll saw. He enjoyed fixing regulators in his younger days; in his later years he enjoyed volunteering his time at West Allis Memorial Hospital where he logged over 1900 hours delivering the mail.

Visitation was held Saturday, January 6 at First Baptist Church of West Allis (1576 S. 78th St.) 10 a.m. with Funeral Service at 11:30 a.m. Private interment in Southern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery.

Charles was a member of West Allis Hospital Red Coat Volunteers and was the oldest member of the American Legion Post #757 in Deposit, NY for 70+ years. He was a World War II veteran.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to First Baptist Church of West Allis or the Veterans Administration appreciated.

Valerie L. Hafele

Valerie Lynn Hafele, 59, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown.  She was born on November 24, 1957, daughter of the late Luther and Marilyn (Peck) Eggleston in Sidney.

Val graduated from Bainbridge-Guilford Central School with the Class of 1976. On October 18, 1980, she was married to Mark S. Hafele in Masonville. They shared 33 happy years together before he predeceased her on September 5, 2014.

Val worked at Amphenol Corp. for over 20 years and had many friends there. Val and Mark loved to travel with their family. They also enjoyed trips to Niagara Falls which always included a stop at the casinos to play the slots. Val loved golfing and just having fun in general. Her family brought her the most joy in her life, however. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, and an enthusiastic supporter of her grandchildren’s sporting events and other activities.

Valerie is survived by three children:  Greg and Bridgitt Eggleston, Guilford, Matt and Kelli Hafele, Otego, and Darcee and Mike Lewis, Masonville; eight grandchildren:  Austin, Braden, Cameron and Sophie Eggleston, Mallory and Ella Hafele and Kaylen and Korinne Lewis; mother-in-law: Janette Hafele, Unadilla; two brothers: Gary and Jeff Eggleston; special uncle: Dale Wagner; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and countless friends. 

A celebration of Val’s life will be held on Sunday, July 2 at Hardwood Hills Golf Course, 11160 State Highway 8, Masonville beginning at 2:00 p.m. following a golf tournament that will be held in her honor.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to benefit her grandson, Austin, who will be competing in the US Marines Cadet National Wrestling Tournament. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landers fh.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. 

Jessie B. Hanrahan

June 19, 1921–July 14, 2017

Jessie Agnes (Baudendistel) Hanrahan, 96, passed away in her home, peacefully, on July 14, 2017.  She was born on June 19, 1921, in Deposit, New York, to the late Arthur and Jessie (Mosher)  Baudendistel.

She graduated from Deposit Central School in 1939, as Salutatorian. Though she was born in Deposit, she resided for a number of years in Rochester, New York. She worked for the Burroughs Corp. as a secretary, and later as an account clerk in the West Irondequoit Central School District. She and her husband, Thomas, returned to Deposit upon their retirements.

She enjoyed playing the violin and had studied with Abram Boone at the Eastman School of Music.  She also played the piano. Her interests, in addition to music, included knitting and needlepoint.  She made many hand knit items for family members. She enjoyed cooking for her family, always looking for new recipes to try. She especially enjoyed spoiling her grandsons and great-grandchildren.

Jessie is survived by her daughter, Sarah M. (Gilbert) Evans, of Deposit, and four grandchildren and their families: Matthew and Elizabeth (Wolmarans) Evans, Wurtsboro, New York; Andrew Evans and Danielle (Marchione) Evans, Bronxville, New York; Nathan and Ashley (Willis) Evans, Columbus, Ohio; and Peter Evans, Deposit, New York. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren: Simone, Danae, Amelie, Isla, and Liam.  She is survived by a sister-in-law, Rita (Hanrahan) Baudendistel, of Windsor, New York, and also leaves behind many loved cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Jessie was predeceased by her husband, Thomas Hanrahan, in 2013.  She was also predeceased by her sister, Kathryn; brother, Arthur (“Jim”); son-in-law, Hilton, and grandson, Patrick.

She was a member of the St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, where she performed as an organist. She was also a member of Catholic Daughters, VFW Auxiliary and the Deposit Garden Club.

The family will receive family and friends at the St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church Parish Hall, Second Street, Deposit, on Friday, July 21, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Gerald Buckley on Friday, July 21, at 1:00 p.m. with burial at Pine Grove Cemetery following the Mass. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Parish Hall Building Fund  in Mrs. Hanrahan’s memory. Checks may be made out to the Parish Hall Building Fund; please place her name in the memo of the check and forward to:  St. Joseph’s-Deposit,  975 NY Rt 11, Kirkwood, NY  13795.

Funeral arrangements made by Zacharias Funeral Home.

Wanda Mae (Wagner) Hartz

Wanda Mae (Wagner) Hartz, 96, of Middletown, CT passed away peacefully in the early hours of May 26, 2017.

Wanda was born in Starrucca, PA on June 3, 1920 to Ernest and Iva Wagner and was the youngest of five children. The family moved to Windsor, NY when Wanda was a toddler and she attended public school in Windsor, graduating from Windsor High School in 1938. She attended Keystone Junior College in PA and was co-captain of the women’s basketball team. She graduated from college in 1942 as a medical secretary and was employed by Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY from 1942-1946.

She married Edward “Keith” Hartz on June 29, 1946 and moved to Deposit, NY to build their dream home and start a family while Keith operated Ed Hartz and Sons Hardware Store. They had four children and over 40 years of a happy marriage until Keith died on July 30, 1989.

Most of her life was dedicated to raising her children and being a devoted and loving wife. She was an enthusiastic community volunteer and faithful church member selflessly volunteering for the Deposit Public Library and Deposit Presbyterian Church. She also organized and arranged travel bus tours for the community to both New York City and the Pennsylvania Dutch area.

In 2000, Wanda relocated to Middletown, CT to be closer to her youngest daughter, Pam. She continued her active life by volunteering at Middlesex Hospital and as a member of First Church of Christ in Middletown as a member of the Bell Choir and the Bee and Missionary Society.

She was an avid UConn Women’s Basketball fan and followed their games religiously.

Besides her husband, Keith, and her parents, she was also predeceased by her older brother Lynn and sisters Alice, Laura and Lorena.

Wanda is survived by her four children: Nancy Hartz Van Slyke (husband Bob) of Pensacola, FL, Alan Albert Hartz (wife Cindy) of Thousand Oaks, CA, Pam Hartz Miller (husband Jim) of Middletown, CT and Scott Wagner Hartz (wife Vicki) of Port Crane, NY. She leaves behind eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on June 27 at First Church of Christ, 190 Court Street, in Middletown, CT and at 2:00 p.m. on June 28 at First Presbyterian Church, 129 Second Street, Deposit.

Memorial contributions in Wanda’s name may be made to First Church of Christ, Congregational, 190 Court Street, Middletown, CT 06457 or The American Cancer Society, 825 Brook Street, I-91 Tech Center, Rocky Hill, CT 06067.  Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.doolittlefuneral service.com.

Joseph N. Hasco

Joseph N. Hasco, 69, of Silver Lake in the Town of Deposit, NY, died unexpectedly March 18, 2017 at his home. He was born November 10, 1947 in Johnson City, NY, the son of Joseph Z. Hasco and Betty Jane Rhodes Hasco.

After graduating from high school, Joseph entered the U.S. Navy, serving in Vietnam. Joseph worked as a journalist for the Department of Defense after graduating from the Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana School of Journalism. He has been a resident at Silver Lake for the past 40 years.

He is survived by his brother: David Hasco of Lockwood, NY; by his sister: Lynda Morlock Rhodes who lives in AZ; by his special cousin: Kathy (Rob) Miller of Endwell, NY; and by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Private arrangements are being made though the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneral home.com.

Ernie Hoff

Ernie Hoff, 92, of Deposit, NY passed away at home on December 3, 2017. He is survived by his two sisters: Gerd Findahl and Kari Strom of Norway and his children: Cecilia Kampsula-Becker of Deposit, Harald Hoff of Akron, OH, Kjersti (Miguel) Baez of Fort Wayne, IN, Heidi (Brent) Johnson of Fort Wayne, IN, Maggie (James) Elliot of Akron, OH, and Julie (Roger) King of Wadsworth, OH. He is also survived by fifteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Harald and Margrethe Hoff of Norway, his brother Rolf of Norway, and his beloved wife, Jeanne Rood Hoff of Deposit.

Born in Trondheim, Norway, Ernie was a teenager when the Nazis invaded his homeland. His father was an active member of the Norwegian resistance and Ernie served as a messenger for the underground until his father was arrested and taken to a concentration camp. Warned by neighbors that the Nazis were also looking for him, Ernie and two compatriots escaped on skis over the mountains into Sweden. He was 18 years old. He joined the Royal Norwegian Air Force in London and served honorably for three years.

Upon returning to Norway after the war, he met his wife, Jeanne Rood, when they both worked for the American Embassy in Oslo. He emigrated to the United States and became a US Citizen in 1957. After working for several years in Washington, DC, Ernie and Jeanne relocated to Hancock where he was employed by the Hancock National Bank and the U.S. Department of Treasury as bank examiner. Ernie and Jeanne moved in 1965 when he transferred to the Farmers National Bank in Deposit, where he frequently commuted to work on skis. He was hired by Bard Parker as an accountant/financial systems analyst and retired in 1988.

An avid fly fisherman, Ernie also enjoyed hunting and reading, but his favorite activity was golf. Ernie was a member of numerous golf leagues to include Hancock, Deposit, Afton, and his favorite, The Over the Hill Gang.

Funeral services will be held at Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Calling hours are 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.

Friends wishing may make donations to the Deposit Fire Department, Inc. Benevolent Committee, C/O Colleen O’Connor, Sec., 53 Main St., Deposit, NY 13754. Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

George E. Holbert “Eddie”

George E. Holbert “Eddie” 81 yrs. old of Edmeston, NY passed away on October 4, 2017 at his home with his family by his side.

George was born on December 31, 1935 in Starlight, PA the son of George Everett and Eleanor (Mallery) Holbert. His childhood was spent in the Starlight area where he attended a one room schoolhouse. He was a graduate of Hancock Central School, Hancock, NY.

He was a self-employed dairy farmer in both PA & NY. He was also a laborer for Celotex and worked as a logger. George had a real love of horses, especially Tony and Tom.

On August 17, 1957 he married Jean D. Cheresko at the Corpus Cristi Church of Montdale, PA.  They enjoyed 60 years of marriage.

In addition to his wife Jean, George is survived by his children: Edward (Elsie) Holbert of Sherburne, David (Sue) Holbert of Burlington Flats, Beverly (late Robert) Fagan of South New Berlin, George Holbert, Jr. of Oxford, Joseph (Beverly) Holbert of New Berlin, Carol (Greg) Thomas of Cayuta, Nancy (Bryan) Johnson of Edmeston, Roger (Kristen) Holbert of Sauquoit, Susan (Art Carney) Holbert of Edmeston and Catherine Holbert of Gilboa. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren as well as special family members: Cindy Holbert, Deanna Stanton, Wayne Lewis and Linda Eriksen.

He was predeceased by his brother Harold, sister-in-law Bernice and son-in-law Robert Fagan.

Calling hours were held on Sunday, October 8 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the Dakin Funeral Home, LP, New Berlin, NY.

A funeral service was held on Monday, October 9 at 11:00 a.m. also at the funeral home with Father Lupa officiating.

The interment was held in the Edmeston Union Cemetery, Edmeston, NY.

Arrangements are by the Dakin Funeral Home LP, New Berlin.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.dakin funeralhome.com.

Derek Holliday

Derek Holliday age 26 from Deposit, NY passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 21,2017.

He is survived by his loving mother: Sara Lee and fiancé Dean Price; sister: Jessica Keefe and husband Kenneth Keefe; brother: Patrick Reynolds; grandparents: Stephanie and Ronald Ingham, and  grandparents: Bill and Eileen Holliday; uncles: Richard Lee and Stephanie Hinman, Joe and Ann Kramer; nephew: Garrick Reynolds; and many cousins and friends.

He was predeceased by his grandfather, Earl Lee.

He worked for many years at Cannonville Lumber as a machine loader operator and took great pride in his job and loved it very much!

He enjoyed building things with his hands, helping people at a drop of a hat. He made people smile wherever he went and oh how they would laugh. He enjoyed life and loved his truck that he put so much pride in.

Condolence Services for family and friends will be Saturday, October 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Stephanie and Ron Ingrams, 5164 St. HWY 206, Bainbridge, NY, 13733. Burial Services will follow at Hale Eddy Cemetery.

Lena Doris Irwin

Lena Doris Irwin (nee Foster), 71 of Unadilla passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, November 29, 2017 surrounded by her family, after fighting a long battle with cancer.

Lena was born in Masonville, NY on December 24, 1945 to Ruth Foster. She proceeded to spend her youth growing up on her Grandfather’s farm in Masonville and graduated from Sidney High School. She later lived in Deposit, NY where she raised her family.

During the summer, Lena could be found camping with her husband George. Together, they would spend the entirety of each summer picnicking, fishing, and sitting around the campfire with family and friends. Lena was also known for being a regular face at the Sidney park, where she walked her beloved dog Lucy everyday. During her walks, Lena would befriend anyone willing to converse. Though she enjoyed spending time outside, Lena’s greatest joy came from spending time with her family. Small in stature, what Lena lacked in height she made up for in heart and was always happy to lend an ear on the phone or host a family gathering.

Lena is survived by her loving husband: George W. Irwin of Unadilla; her four children: Randy Brown of Newark Valley, John Brown and wife Kim of Deposit, Karen Brown of Lanesboro, PA, and Debbie Chirico and husband Joey of Sidney Center. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren: Mike Burnett, Diamond Brown, Austen Lewis, Makenna Loucks, Trent Wagner, Bryce Chirico, Philomena Chirico, and her first great-grandchild Caylee Burnett. Lena will also be remembered fondly by her aunt, Dawn, her two nieces Laura Berkovitz and Elizabeth Conorowski, and her sister Joyce Podhayski.

There will be a Memorial Service held on Saturday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m. at the Masonville Federated Church, State Route 206, Masonville.

Melba E. Jenne

Melba E. Jenne, 64, of East Hill Rd., Sherburne, NY passed away Friday, August 4, 2017 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. She was born March 8, 1953 in Deposit, NY, a daughter of Percy and Beatrice Lamoreax Woodford.

She was a  graduate of Deposit Central High School Class of 1971 and Morrisville State College. On June 7, 1975, Melba married James M. Jenne in the McClure United Methodist Church.

She enjoyed tatting, crafting, sewing and flower arranging. At one time, she sold bedding plants, but first and foremost, she was a farmer’s wife who assisted her husband in the operation of their dairy farm and lovingly raised her family.

Melba was a very active member of the Christian Baptist Church in Sherburne. She was a member and secretary of the Sherburne Grange #1400, and was the Chenango County Grange chaplain.

Surviving are her husband: James; her children: Suzan and Curtis Kenyon of Springbrook Township, PA, Carolina and James Realey of Sherburne, and Matthew Jenne of Sherburne; her beloved grandchildren: Derrick, Tracy and Caleb Kenyon; sisters: Marjorie Hammond, Myrtle Woodford, Mary (Dean) Nelson, Mildred Carberry, Muriel Woodford, and Maxine Cramer; brothers: Stanley (Alice) Woodford, Donald (Barbara) Woodford, Daniel (Cassie) Woodford; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by a son, Edwin J. Jenne; a brother, Raymond Woodford, and a sister, Martha Malmstrom.

Friends were invited to call at the Christian Baptist Church, 122 Albro Rd., Sherburne on Monday, August 7 from 11am to 1pm, followed immediately by a funeral service at 1pm.

Interment is private at the convenience of her family.

Contributions in her memory may be made to the Christian Baptist Church.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 10 S. Main St., Sherburne.

To send a condolence and sign the Book of Memories online go to www.burgessandtedesco funeralhomes.com.

Beatrice “Bea” Kaplan

Beatrice “Bea” Kaplan passed away Thursday, April 27, 2017 at Willow Point Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Vestal, NY, two days before her 91st birthday.

Bea was born April 29, 1926 in Long Eddy, NY. Her parents, Samuel and Ida (Levy) Kaplan, immigrated from the Province of Minsk, Belorussia to Ellis Island, NYC in 1908, and after several years in NYC moved to Jeffersonville, NY, Long Eddy and finally to Hancock, NY in 1930. During this period, they had five children: Bea and her twin brother, Bernard, were the youngest siblings, following Rose, Ralph, and Charles.

Bea graduated from Hancock Central School in 1944. For many years she kept in touch with friends and classmates, and enjoyed attending Hancock Central School reunions. Bea loved to visit with company in her home in West End, Hancock, and to stay in touch with friends and family in the area. Her appreciation of those she cared for was also thoughtfully documented through her avid practice of photographing memorable occasions. As the family’s informal historian, she was happy to share her collection of photographs and to offer an oral account of significant family events.

An automobile aficionado, she was proud to own and drive a number of GM cars from both her brothers’ businesses, Ralph’s Kaplan Motors next door to her home in Hancock, and Charles’ Kaplan Motors in Deposit, NY. She spent 30 years (1950-80) as office manager working for her brother Charles’ auto sales and repair, Kaplan Motors. In later years, she was employed as assistant Town Clerk in Hancock and in the 1980s, she had a short but successful run co-owning and managing a local variety shop, “The Outlet Store” in Hancock with her life-long best friend, Joyce Skinner DuMond. Bea also enjoyed many years both as a golfer and as a bowler. In addition to her fondness for people, Bea adored each of her pet poodles, who would often accompany her on local outings.

Bea is survived by her twin brother: Bernard (State College, PA), her sister-in-law: Barbara (Charles) Kaplan (Spring Hill, FL), many nieces, nephews and friends, and her Teacup Poodle, Honey.

As per Bea’s request, cremation took place and her ashes will be interred in Riverview Cemetery, Hancock, at a later date.
Arrangements by Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock.

Leslie A. Kellam

Leslie A. Kellam, 89, of Starlight, PA, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale, PA. He was born on July 28, 1927 in Abrahamsville, PA, the son of Albert and Freida (Mitchell) Kellam.

One of nine children, Les grew up on the family farm in the Equinunk, Wayne County, PA, area. In 1950, Les enlisted in the Army and served in Korea until his discharge in 1952 as Corporal. Upon returning home, he married his sweetheart, Kathryn Quick, nearly 65 years ago on April 4, 1952. He and Kathryn raised their three children in Starlight, PA and he retired from many years of driving truck in 1992. Les was a lover of the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and cutting firewood. He was a devoted Christian and religiously attended the Calvary Baptist Church in Cadosia, NY.

Surviving are his wife: Kay; three children: Mark and wife Shirley, Marilyn Kellam, and Leslie Kellam; two granddaughters: Jade Mason and Aspyn Taylor; and one great-granddaughter: Zoie Lyn Mason. He is also survived by three brothers: Chester and wife Linda, Kenneth and wife Patty, and James and wife Millie; one sister: Joan and husband Bob Stanton; many nieces and nephews, and extended family.

Les was predeceased by three brothers: Walter, Floyd, and Irvin; one sister: Norma Gallow; and a grandson-in-law: Ian Mason.

Calling hours were held on Sunday, March 12 from 5-8:00 p.m. at the Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock, NY. A funeral service was held on Monday, March 13 at 11:00 a.m. also at the funeral chapel. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, Galilee, PA.

Memorial donations to PO Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123, or to Wayne Memorial Hospice, 601 Park St. Honesdale, PA 18431.

Arrangements by Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock.

Barbara MacQuirk Kuliew

Barbara MacQuirk Kuliew, 73, of Deposit, NY passed away February 21, 2017 at Mercy House in Endicott, NY.

She is survived by her grandson, Matthew Dugan of Deposit; her granddaughter, Amanda Dugan of Binghamton, NY; her extended family and special friends. She was predeceased by her daughter, Sherry MacQuirk-Dugan on May 8, 2016.

Barbara was born December 29, 1943 in Elizabeth, NJ, the daughter of Steven and Millie Jackus. She moved from New Jersey to Deposit in 1985. She worked very hard as a landlord in Deposit, who renovated many older homes into apartments.

A Memorial Service was held Sunday, February 26 at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit at 2:00 p.m. Friends called at the funeral home on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. time of service. Condolences may be expressed at www. zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Steve Lord

12/26/53 - 12/17/2017

Steve R. Lord, 63, of Deposit, NY passed away December 17, 2017 at his home. He is survived by his children: Beth (Edward) Lord, Steve, Scott (Kristy) Lord, and Dan Lord; by his brothers and sisters: Jim (Wendy) Hunter, John (Margaret) Hunter, Dave (Tracey) Hunter, and Mike (Danielle) Finnerty; by his grandchildren: Grady, Miranda, Steven, Jack, Jacob, Laila, Connor, Aniya, Ajmal, Mahmoud, Tragen, and Ashlynn; and his long time friend, Moose Decker, who did  a lot for him.

Visitation will be held at Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Condolences may be expressed at www.zacharias funeralhome.com.

Jeanne Patrice Magnussen

Jeanne Patrice Magnussen (McCaig) 67, of Binghamton, and formerly of Deposit, passed away from complications due to a brain aneurysm on Sunday, August 20, 2017. Weeks prior to her passing, Jeanne enjoyed spending time with her family.

Jeanne was predeceased by her parents, William and Norma McCaig, and her sister Karen McCaig.

She is survived by her four children: Jeffrey Magnussen and his wife Joy Magnussen (grandsons, Nathan and Andrew), Janine Magnussen and her partner Jeffrey Wooden (grandchildren, Emily and Caleb Mills), David O’Neill and his wife Michelle O’Neill, and Brendan O’Neill; and her sister Maureen Dorsi.

Jeanne loved her job on north tower three at Wilson Hospital, and when she initially fell ill, she was on her way to work to do what she adored.

Calling hours were held on Saturday, August 26 at Chopyak Scheider Funeral Home, 326 Prospect Street, Binghamton from 10:00 a.m. to noon followed by a funeral service and burial at the Riverview Cemetery, Roscoe.

Teresa (Tess) Mahon

On Friday evening, November 10, 2017, Teresa “Tess” Mahon lost her courageous battle with lung cancer. Tess was born on April 9, 1963 to Harlow and Sally (Sliter) Mahon, who both predeceased her.  She is survived by her brother David Mahon, her two biological daughters Harli Mahon and Kira Mahon (Christopher Anderson), her daughters from other mothers: Honesty Muller and Jackie (Leon) Hall. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Jayleigh, Gavyn, Myaleigh, Thomas, Zack and Paige as well as her adoptive grandchildren Jamison and Michelle. Tess was also survived by a nephew, David Craig Mahon and her caretaker and “girlfran” Holly Roth also survives her.

Tess loved her family and friends and had taken many under her wing. She was also very passionate about helping her community. She volunteered with the annual Deposit Lumberjack Festival, notably the parade and bike contest. She dedicated a lot of her free time to the Salvation Army to help her favorite person: Ann Vail. She loved her job in the Vestal Wal-Mart. Her favorite part about her job was working with her “Annie Bananie”.

Services will be announced at a later date, at the convenience of her family. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the Deposit Lumberjack Festival or to the Salvation Army in Tess’ memory.

Arrangements by Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second Street, Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Lois Matthews

Lois Matthews, 71, of Sherman, PA, went into the arms of Jesus on Monday, August 21, 2017 after a long battle with Alzheimers with Reverend Robert Matthews, her beloved husband of 52 years by her side.

Born in Beach Lake, PA, she was the daughter of the late Cuthbert and Barbara Gregory. She graduated from Honesdale High School in 1964 and married the love of her life that same year.

She loved her role as wife and mother and made sure that her husband and her children were  always her top priority. She was their biggest cheerleader and nobody believed in them more than she. Over the years, many people came to know and love her as “mom”.

Having dedicated her life to Jesus early in her marriage, she went on to share God’s love and message of forgiveness with everyone she met. She took her role as a pastor’s wife earnestly and supported her husband throughout his ministry.

She enjoyed baking and blessed many people with loaves of homemade bread over the years. She enjoyed playing the piano and was the pianist in her husband’s church for many years. Her love for animals was never ending, and she enjoyed spending time outdoors surrounded by nature.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by daughter Amy, wife of Doug Landis, Pennsburg, and their daughter, Brooke; a son Bob and his wife Cherry, Sherman, and their children Zachary and his fiancée, Gabi Regan, Kristen, Hunter and Brody; a daughter Charis and her husband Travis Matthews, Jessup, and their children Uriah, Noah and Oriana; a son Tim and his wife Kelly, Sherman, and their children Kaelyn and Parker.

She was preceded in death by an infant grandson, Douglas.

A celebration of her life was held on Saturday, August 26 at 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Deposit, NY. Immediately following the service, the family received family and friends for a time of fellowship and food.

Local arrangements are by Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www. zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Lynda Louise McElroy

Lynda Louise McElroy, 66, formerly of Deposit, NY passed away suddenly on September 5, 2017 at her home in Norwich, NY.

Lynda was born on March 19, 1951 in Sidney, NY to Kenneth and Faye (Cable) McElroy.

She attended Deposit Central until 1969, then studied creative writing at the college of Alameda, CA and studied theatre at Lany College in Oakland, CA. She retired from Amtrack Railroad and resided in CA and CO for many years, returning home in 2014.

She loved swimming, dancing, reading, writing and spending time with her family. She loved to laugh most of all and will be missed dearly.

Lynda is survived by her mother: Faye; a brother: Terry; three sisters: Shelley, Brenda and Tanya and three sons: Shane, James and Tommy. She was predeceased by her father Kenneth and son Buddy.

A memorial service will be held at the NYS Veterans Home in Oxford, NY on October 21 at 3pm. Flowers may be sent to her mother there. 

Shirley May Mitteer

Shirley May Mitteer (ne Sprague), 92, went home to the Lord on Sunday, January 1, 2017 at home in Zephyrhills, FL, surrounded by family. She and her husband were residents of Deposit (Stilesville) from 1986 through 2010.

Shirley was born on July 7, 1924 in Liberty, NY to Stephen S. and Violet R. Sprague. She was widowed from William Matteson in 1967. She married D. Richard Mitteer of Hurleyville in 1968.

Shirley retired from Sullivan County National Bank in 1986.  Shirley was a member of the Hurleyville United Methodist Church while residing on the Mitteer farm. She attended the Deposit Methodist Church, the Deposit Presbyterian Church and First Christian Church in Zephyrhills. 

In 2010 Shirley moved to Neversink, NY.  She continued to live independently in Neversink during summers and in Zephyrhills in the winter.  In 2012, Shirley formally joined First Christian Church which she had grown to love.

In 2007 the great love of her life, D. Richard predeceased her. They had shared 38 happy years and a blended family of nine children. 

Shirley is survived by her children: Leslie Joseph, Edgar Matteson (Gay), Nella Looney (John), and Meigan Dean (Arden), and step children, Brian Mitteer (Dana), Marilyn Curle, Christine Paddock (James), Joyce Babcock (Glen), and Glen Mitteer (Verna); 34 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents, all three brothers (Wes, Budge, and Clint), and two grandsons, Michael Kortright and Mathew Kern.

Shirley was the definition of “super mom”.  After working all day at the bank, she would hurry home to prepare dinner, weed the garden, gather the cows, and help with the milking. She canned, baked, kept house, helped with barn chores, and with homework.

A memorial service will be held in the spring at the Hurleyville United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Hurleyville Cemetery.

Howard Palmatier

Howard Palmatier, 93, of Greene, NY died unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 10, 2017. He was predeceased by his wife, Eva, his brothers: Robert, Layton, and Aaron, and by his sister, Lois.

Howard is survived by his daughters: Patricia (Dan) Baxter of Havana, FL and Donna (Joseph) Possemato of Greene, NY; his grandchildren: Danielle Baxter, Quincy, FL, Jodi (Cary) Najarian, Greene, and Anthony (Sasha) Possemato, Worchester, MA; and by his great-grandchildren: Gabrielle and Gianna Possemato and Harper and Jack Najarian; by his half-brother: Charles Palmatier and his half-sister: Beverly Welsh; as well as by many nieces, nephews, and good friends.

Howard was the son of Fred and Josephine Layton Palmatier, Deposit, NY and was a graduate of Hancock Central School. He was a retired inspector for the New York State Department of Transportation, a WWII Veteran and POW, serving in the U.S. Army 83rd Infantry Division, a past Mason, member of Hale Eddy Methodist Church, and most currently attended the First Congregational Church of Greene where he loved to hear his daughter, Donna, sing.

His passion was restoring, driving, and showing his many antique cars, and he was an avid member of the National Antique Automobile Club of America, and the Norwich and Bainbridge AACA regions.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Greene Emergency Squad.

Funeral Services were held on Saturday, January 14 at 1:00 p.m. at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Friends called at the funeral home on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. time of service. Burial will be in Hale Eddy Cemetery, Hale Eddy in the Spring. Condolences may be expressed at www.zacharias funeralhome.com.

Howard C. Perrington

Howard C. Perrington (Bud) long time resident of Deposit, NY passed away peacefully February 17, 2017 at his home in Williston, FL. He was born January 6,1929 to Floyd and Helen (Tormey) Perrington in the Passemato House, Cadosia, NY.

He served as an army surgical tech, and also the 11th Airborne division. He was employed in Deposit by Queens Farms Dairy until his retirement June 1988.

He was predeceased by his parents, a daughter Sharon Perrington, and sons, Robert and Michael Perrington and sisters Mary (John) Dimaggio, and Elizabeth (Michael) Hiovich.

He is survived by his wife: Margaret (Ross) Perrington; daughter: Debra Perrington Knapp (Jerry) Deposit; daughter-in-law: Lois (Gallant) Perrington, Deposit; also Jacalyn and Douglas LaFleur, Manistee, MI; Kathryn Cooper, Maryland, NY; Allison and Jeffery Poltz, Binghamton, NY. Bud also had 12 grandchildren: John, David, Joey, Scott, Todd, Matt, Nick, Mike, Jen, Glen, William, and Jacob, and 12 great-grandchildren.

A burial at the Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

Ethel Planavsky

Ethel Planavsky, 90, of Waterville, NY, formerly of Sanitaria Springs, NY, died Friday, June 23, 2017 at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse as a result of complications from a fall at home. Born on May 8, 1927, in Cannonsville, NY, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Ruth (Transue) Male. 

On July 30, 1950, she married Ivan Planavsky of Sanitaria Springs, where they enjoyed life together for 53 years until his death in October 2003. 

Ethel is survived by one daughter: Debra (Thomas) Olin of Waterville; three grandchildren: Christine (Travis) Martin, Philip (Ashley) Olin, and Jonathan Olin, all of Waterville; two great-granddaughters: Catherine and Hannah Burleigh of Waterville; two step great-grandchildren: Zachery and Zoé Martin of Waterville; sister-in-law: Val (Floyd) LaClair of Sanitaria Springs; special friend Marilyn; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter: Ruth “Cathy” Planavsky; five siblings: John “Freddie” Male of Deposit, NY, Claude “Rex” Male of Afton, Edwin “Donnie” Male of Harpursville, NY, Clayton Male of Longmont, CO, and Ruth Michaletz of Bainbridge, NY; two half siblings: Mildred Townsend of Binghamton, NY, and Charles “Frankie” Male of Afton.

Memorial services will be held at the Osterhoudt-Madden Funeral Home, 69-71 Maple St., Harpursville, on Thursday at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery, Afton. The family will receive friends at the Osterhoudt-Madden Funeral Home on Thursday from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. prior to service. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift to the Central Oneida County Volunteer Ambulance Corps (COCVAC) or the Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) of Utica. 

Wilhelmina Lucretia (Billie) Reardon

Wilhelmina Lucretia (Billie) Reardon, 78, a long time resident of Marsh Pond Rd. in the Town of Sanford, NY, went to be with the Lord on January 28, 2017. She died unexpectedly at Vestal Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. Billie was born August 3, 1938 in Bloomingdale, NJ to William and Edith McConnell.

She married Franklin A. Reardon in Bloomingdale on September 20, 1958. In 1978, they moved to Sanford where they continued to enjoy their 56 wonderful years together.

Billie was predeceased by her husband Frank on August 3, 2014. She is survived by the extended families of Frank and herself, as well as a close circle of friends.

She was an active life time member of the Deposit Historical Society, an award winning taxidermist, artist, and nature lover who will be truly missed.

Funeral Services will be private. Arrangements are through the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit, NY. Condolences may be expressed at www. zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Sherry A. Rowe

Sherry A. Rowe, 37 of Harpursville died unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at her residence.  She was predeceased by her husband, Randy Rowe and mother, Linda Walker. 

She is survived by her sister: Krista Haynes, Endicott; nephew: Patrick; niece: Mersades; her grandmother: Ruth Liechti, Windsor; and also several aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and family and  friends in the Randy Rowe Family.

Graveside Services will be held at a later date in the spring.  On-line condolences may be made at:    www.omaddenfh.com.  Arrangements by the Osterhoudt-Madden Funeral Home 69-71 Maple Street Harpursville.

Joseph E. Santamaria

Joseph E. Santamaria, 74 of Deposit, NY passed away March 12, 2017 at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, NY.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years: Helen Santamaria;
by two sons and daughters-in-law: Joseph M. (Rebecca) Santamaria and Michael A. (Dulcie) Santamaria; by a sister: Maria Leininger; five grandchildren: Nathan (Tina) Warner, Brandy (Fiancé Aaron Smith) Warner, Devon Santamaria, Gaven Santamaria, and Tyler Santamaria; and one great-grandchild: Joshua Begeal.

Joseph was a U.S. Army Veteran serving from 1960 - 1964. In 1970 he moved from Brooklyn, NY to Deposit. Joseph was employed by Becton Dickinson in Hancock, NY for 20 years until his retirement.

The family received friends at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit on Saturday, March 18 from noon to 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Smith C. “Smitty” Sliter

Smith C. “Smitty” Sliter, 83, of Hudson, FL passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 28, 2017 after a long battle with cancer. Smitty was born in Deposit, NY, on March 24, 1934 to John Millard Sliter and Nancy Ola Adams Sliter.

He married Joan Riley Sliter on June 7, 1958. They enjoyed 46 years of marriage before Joan predeceased him on May 3, 2004. Smitty then married Gladys H. Johnson-Sliter on November 4, 2006. They enjoyed dining with friends, dancing and touring the country in their RV prior to his illness.

Smitty is survived by his wife: Gladys; daughter: Nancy (Walter) Kump; one granddaughter: Joan Marie Kump; two step-daughters: Gail (Michael) McNicholas and Gloria (Paul) Boetcher; one step-granddaughter: Nicole McNicholas; one step-grandson: Chase McNicholas along with many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents: John Sliter and Nancy Sliter McLaughlin; his first wife: Joan; and his sisters: Shirley Donovan, Sally Mahon and Mary Ola Babcock.

He graduated Deposit Central High School in 1953. In 1954, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was attached to the U.S. Air Force, SCARWAF, stationed in England and at Rhein-Mein airbase, Germany, until 1957, then serving in the Army Reserves until being Honorably Discharged in 1962. He worked for Hartz’s Hardware then switched career paths and joined S. J. Groves & Sons Construction Company starting with the Cannonsville Reservoir, working his way up from surveyor, through paving superintendent to Job/Project manager for most of Route 17, along the Southern Tier of NYS, Route 88 and many other projects across the United States. Smitty went on to become an estimating engineer for S. J. Groves and Conti Construction Companies.

After retiring in 1993 and moving to FL, Smitty did not sit still for very long. He enjoyed swimming, golfing, dancing, playing bridge and puttering around his house. He was a member of Aripeka Elks, St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church, serving on their finance committee and served on the Architectural Control Committee and also the Activities Committee of The Estates.

Services and cremation were held in FL. There will be a Memorial Gathering at Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit on Friday, July 14, from 5 - 7 p.m. Please come share your memories of Smitty. A private burial will take place at Laurel Hill Cemetery, at a future date.

In lieu of flowers Smitty wanted donations to be made to the Deposit Food Pantry (c/o Mr. Bill Wright/Deposit Food Pantry, PO Box 215, Deposit, NY 13754.)

Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

David Franks Smith

David Franks Smith, 74, passed away August 22, 2017. He was born on October 23, 1942 in Durham, NC. He is predeceased by his mother, H. Marie Smith and father, John D. Smith.

He is survived by his wife: Sarah (Sallie) W. Smith of 47 years; son: Eric Lynn Smith and his wife Debbie; daughter: Lydia Buffington and husband Chris; as well as four grandchildren: Taylor Smith, Tucker Smith, Hannah Buffington, and Grace Buffington.

He and his parents returned to the area in 1943, first living at Oquaga Lake and then returning to the family home in Deposit. He continued to spend summers at the lake with his family for the rest of his life.

After graduating in 1966 from the Union University Albany College of Pharmacy, he took over the operation of the family business, Smith’s Pharmacy while serving in the United States Army Reserves in the 73rd Mobile Surgical Hospital Unit through the early '70s. He was the fourth generation of family pharmacists to run the business that operated from 1882 - 1987. From 1976 - 1987 he and his wife also operated Bassins Department Store in conjunction with Smith’s Pharmacy.

He went on to work for a few area independent pharmacies before joining Brooks Pharmacy which became Revco. While employed there he was presented with Outstanding Pharmacy of the Year (1996) in the store where he served as supervising pharmacist. When CVS took over Revco, David was again given an award for having the best run pharmacy in 2002. He worked at the CVS in Walton until his retirement in 2009. David enjoyed dedicating his life in a career serving his customers with a kind heart, listening ear, and quick-witted joke when you needed it the most.

David was a lifelong resident of Deposit and member of the Deposit First United Methodist Church. He was a member and past president of many organizations during his life time including the Deposit Historical Society, Pine Grove Cemetery Association, D.E.E.P., Deposit Rural Housing Association, Deposit Chamber of Commerce as well as a member of the Oquaga Lake Improvement Association.

David was an avid golfer and played in the Tuesday Night League at Hanson’s Golf Course for many years. He also had a lifetime love of music and received much recognition as an outstanding percussionist throughout his high school and college careers. He continued to play for his own and his family’s enjoyment for years. David was also an avid reader and it was rare not to find an amazing book or piece of literature in his hand. He had a wealth of knowledge and adages that he was known for sharing in his unique and humorous way.

Donations may be made to the Mercy House of Endicott, NY; Deposit Free Library or the Deposit Historical Society.

A Memorial Service was held Sunday, August 27 at 2:00 p.m. at the Deposit First United Methodist Church. Friends called at the church on Sunday from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. time of service. Arrangements are through the Zacharias Funeral Home, Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www. zachariasfuneral home.com.

Katherine Pandel Speicher

Katherine Pandel Speicher, 33 beloved daughter, sister and wife, died unexpectedly on Saturday, September 9th at the home of her parents in West Chester, Pa.  

An artist at heart, Katherine was a graduate of West Chester University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Arts. She received the Dean’s Award for excellence in her field of study upon graduation.   Katherine’s creativity led her to numerous jobs in her field of study. In addition, she created all the invitations, decorations, floral containers and so much more for her 2009 marriage to Matthew Blaine Speicher. 

Additionally, she earned her Bachelor’s degree from Immaculata University in elementary education. 

She is survived by her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Praxiteles (Robin McEwan) Pandel, a brother, Praxiteles Telly Pandel, Jr. (Towson, Md.), her husband, Matthew Speicher, her Mother-in-law, Betty Speicher and her beloved Boston Terrier, Jackson (West Chester, PA). Two paternal Aunts and one Uncle also survive Katherine, Mrs. Katherine Kotun and Mrs. Stella Neuschwander who reside in the Pittsburgh area and Mr. Michael Pandel from Youngstown, Ohio. She is predeceased by her paternal Aunt, Mrs. Pauline Magoulakis, (OH). Katherine is survived by many cousins from the Pittsburgh and New York State area (Guilford, Sidney, Afton and Binghamton, NY) In addition, she is survived by the finest Godparents a child could have; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Patukas, Coatesville, PA. 

Katherine was predeceased by her Maternal Grandparents, Joseph and Ruth McEwan, Sr. (Deposit), two Maternal Uncles Joseph McEwan, Jr. (NC) and Dale McEwan (Oxford, NY).  Most importantly forming her life was the unconditional love she received from her Maternal Grandmother, Mrs. Ruth McEwan who predeceased Katherine in 2007.  Katherine adored her Grandma Ruth.  They shared a relationship all children should have the privilege to realize growing up.  It is her parents' fervent hope Katherine was guided to the Kingdom of Heaven by her Guardian Angel on Earth and in Heaven, her Grandma Ruth.

The family bid farewell to their beautiful Katherine on Friday, September 15th at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, Media, Pa with Reverend Father Anastasios Bourantas officiating.  Viewing was held from 9:30 to 11:00am in the church.  The Liturgy of Christian Burial began at 11:00am with interment following shortly after at Green Mount Cemetery, Westtown Road, West Chester.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked donations are sent to the Saint George Memorial Building Fund Attn:  Rev. Father Anastasios Bourantas, 30 East Old Forge Road, Media, Pa 19063. Please include a note earmarking your contribution to the fund in remembrance of Katherine Pandel Speicher.  Katherine was baptized at St. George; learned about the religion she loved while attending Sunday School there and about her Greek Heritage and language while attending Greek School.  Katherine loved her church and it would please her to be a part of improving St. George Church for all who attend now and in the future. May Her Memory Be Eternal.

William Stafford

William Stafford, 75, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 16, 2017 at Albany Medical Center. He was born on June 12, 1942 in Afton, one of 12 children of the late Lindon and Edna (Martin) Stafford.

He graduated from Bainbridge High School with the Class of 1961. He served his country in the US Army, stationed near Anchorage, Alaska. Following his honorable discharge, he attended Broome Community College. 

Bill retired from both Agway in Greene and Tractor Supply in Oneonta; he has also driven school bus for Afton Central School for 17 years. He was a collector of Civil War memorabilia and books. He enjoyed playing cards, especially pitch with his fellow bus drivers. His favorite place was his cabin on Melondy Hill where he spent many hours on the porch with Katie, his 11 year old dachshund. He also loved acting; as a member of Afton Community Theater he participated in several plays including Oklahoma, Miracle on 34th Street, and a Christmas Carol to name a few. Bill also took great pride in his manicured lawn and flowers.

Bill will be missed by his beloved wife of 49 years: Patricia (Bolster) Stafford of Afton; sister: Doris Clark of Vestal; brother: Glenn Stafford of Oneonta; many nieces and nephews and special Army friends: Ron Curry of OR and Paul Roy of ME. 

In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by eight brothers:  Dale, Don, Leon, Fred, Jim, Richard, Frankie and Bobbie; and his sister: Shirley Inman. 

Friends may call from 12:00-2:00pm on Wednesday, June 21 at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St. Sidney. Funeral services will begin at 2:00pm with Rev. Maryann Palmetier of Hope Church officiating. Burial will follow in Eastside Cemetery, Afton.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Bill’s memory may be directed to a local animal shelter.  Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.landers fh.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. 

Ashlee Eileen Sutliff

Ashlee Eileen Sutliff, 47, of GA born March 2, 1970 entered her eternal life August 20, 2017. She was the daughter of Carol and the late Lynn Sutliff, formerly of Hancock. She was preceded in death by her father, Lynn Sutliff, in 2005. Ashlee fought a courageous battle against cervical cancer.

Ashlee loved her family, friends, and her animal family. Always ready to rescue and care for any animal in need Ashlee provided a safe, loving home to all she could.

Ashlee leaves behind a large, loving family including her mother: Carol White of Cleveland, two brothers: Scott and Andrew Sutliff, a niece: Sable Garrett and nephew: Damian Sufliff, all of GA. She is also survived by her daughter: Stephanie Monticone of MA; two grandchildren; two aunts: Mary (Fran) Worzel of Deposit and RoseMarie (Glen) Steller of Alexandria, VA; four uncles: Ed White and Matthew White, both of Hancock, John White of NC and David White of GA, as well as many cousins and close friends, and her special dog Chloe.

A service of celebration and thanksgiving for Ashlee's life was held at St. Paul's Church, Hancock, NY on September 3.

A scholarship in Ashlee's name has been established for graduating seniors in Deposit and/or Hancock Schools. Donations in Ashlee's memory may be mailed to her aunt: Mary Worzel, 369 Old Route 10, Deposit NY 13754.

"Her wings were ready; our hearts were not."

Phyllis Terpenning

Phyllis Terpenning, age 97, passed away on February 6, 2017 at Elizabeth Church Manor on Front St. in Binghamton, NY. Phyllis was born on February 20, 1919 in Deposit, NY to Paul and Bernadine Page. She was predeceased by her husband Percy Terpenning and sister Carol McMurray. 

She was survived by sisters: Janet Litts and Joan Page; nephews: Steve (Joyce), Mike (Cindy) McMurray and Terry Litts.

Phyllis worked at Triple A Auto Club for many years as well as Universal Instruments. A family service will be held at a later date at Glenwood Cemetery, Oneonta, NY. Arrangements made by Aegis Cremation & Funeral Services, 196 Clinton St. Binghamton.

Richard Bryan (Rick, Dick) Thomas Sr.

Richard Bryan (Rick, Dick) Thomas Sr., passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on May 18, 2017 after battling cancer. Rick was born on July 26, 1953 to Arnold and Leona Thomas in Cooks Falls, NY. Rick married Paula Moore on October 18, 1975.

Rick is survived by his loving wife: Paula; daughter and son-in-law: Vicki and Joe Rubera; son: Richard Thomas, Jr.; grandchildren: Bryan Carson, Joey, Paula, Katie, and Emmi Rubera, Brandon, Brianna, Zach, and Richard Thomas III. Also surviving him are his sisters: Marilyn Johnson and Dawn (James) McDonald, sisters and brother-in-law: Dolly and Patrick Brown, Dot, Robin, Kim, and Beth Moore, Moira Nicholson (Tom Moore), and Cindy Corbett; several nieces and nephews, and lifelong friend, Maynard (Bo) Oralls.

Rick was predeceased by his parents, and siblings, Mitchell, Norman, Alton, and Ernest Thomas, and Naomi Sliter.

There will be a graveside service on Friday, May 26 at 11:00 a.m. in Riverview Cemetery, Hancock, followed by a memorial service and luncheon at the Firemen’s Clubrooms on Park St. in Hancock.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Rick’s family for his final expenses.

Arrangements by Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock.

Jennie Jayne Tomao

Jennie “Jayne” Tomao, 74, of Trout Creek passed away on Monday, August 28, 2017 at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, following a short illness.

Jayne was born on October 20, 1942 in Cannonsville, the daughter of the late Leon and Alice (Brundege) Backus. On July 21, 1963 she married Andrew D. Tomao at St. John the Baptist Church in Walton. He predeceased her on May 13, 2016.

She was a 1961 Deposit Central School graduate.

Jayne worked at the Walton Reporter for 26 years, then went to work for Amphenol as a Specialty Assembler. She enjoyed spending time with her family, teaching her children and grandchildren how to make home made pizza and play card games, spending as much time as she could with all five of her great-grandkids, and going to all of the family picnics, reunions, and Amish country trips, to see her brothers and sisters. She also enjoyed spending time with her friends and always remembered everyone’s birthdays and anniversaries. She enjoyed bowling, quilting, dancing, and crocheting mittens. Jayne also enjoyed making Easter baskets and cookies, delivering them all over town. She also enjoyed making rag quilts which she generously gave to her many friends.

Jayne is survived by her loving family, her children: David Tomao, Phoenix, AZ; Alice and Russell Ziglar, Trout Creek, NY; Nancy Tomao, Sidney, NY; grandchildren: Cassidy, Tyson, Kasie, Ashley, and Winter; great-grandchildren: Aliya, Kinsley, Madeline, Morgan and Brady; sisters: Ruth Faulkner, Marion Cower, Marjorie Muller, Janet Johnston, Rose VanValkenburg; brothers: Edward and James Backus. She was predeceased by brothers, Robert, Andrew, and Lloyd Backus, brothers-in-law, Lawerence and Albert Tomao.

Family and friends called on Monday, September 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Courtney Funeral Home, 25 Townsend Street, Walton.

A graveside service was held on Tuesday, September 5, 11:00 a.m. at Walton Cemetery, 55 Fancher Avenue, Walton with Rev. David Gatje, officiating.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Jayne’s memory may be made to Trout Creek Auxiliary, 8695 County Highway 27, Trout Creek, New York 13847, or to Pam Lakin for the Trout Creek community committee. Condolences to the family may be made online by visiting www.courtneyfh.com.

Elena M. Turell

Elena M. Turell, 65, of Deposit, NY passed away February 23, 2017 at her home.

She is survived by her husband of 31 years: Daniel Turell; her daughter: Erica Turell; two step-children: Daniel Turell, Jr. and Lisa Marie Lewis; her brother: Louis Lolodice; her two sisters: Vinnie Lolodice and Angela Laboda; and by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Elena was predeceased by her son, Adam Turell, on April 27, 2016.

Elena was born June 20, 1951 in New York City, the daughter of Michael and Ada Lolodice. She moved from Port Jervis to Deposit 26 years ago. She had taught school in Brooklyn, was a substitute teacher at Deposit Central School, and for the past 15 years had worked at the Wal-Mart in Vestal, NY. Elena was active with Operation Christmas Child and with Compassion International.

A Memorial Service was held Tuesday, February 28 at 1:00 p.m. at the Sherman Bible Chapel, 129 Second St., Deposit. Friends called at the church on Tuesday from noon until 1:00 p.m. time of service. Arrangements are through the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Joyce Burlison Walley

Joyce Burlison Walley completed her earthly journey on January 16, 2017 in the company of Guerdon, her beloved husband of 59 years. Joyce was born in Deposit, New York on March 21, 1937, the daughter of Elizabeth and Edward Burlison. She was very proud of her Irish heritage, being the granddaughter of Mary Lyons Murphy who arrived in the United States from Ireland in 1896.

Joyce spent much of her life in Deposit, graduating from Deposit Central School and working secretarial jobs in town and being active in the community. She was an active member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. She also worked as a Surrogate Court Clerk for the State of New York.

On June 28, 1958, she married Guerdon Frank Walley, Jr. In addition to her secretarial and clerking jobs, she and her husband ran their dairy farm until retiring in the late 1990s. Upon their retirement, they moved to Woolwich, Maine, where they were active members of the community and maintained many close friendships. Weekly breakfasts at a local restaurant allowed them to catch up with the happenings of their many friends.

The special joy of Joyce’s retirement was spending as much time as possible with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild.

In addition to her husband Guerdon, Joyce leaves behind three daughters: Becky Walley and her husband Donald Niehaus of Deposit, Kathy Jewett and her husband Ken of Portland, ME, and Shelley Maggio and her husband Steve of Lenox, MA. Her six grandchildren include: Elizabeth Polomcean (and her husband Justin), Melissa Walley-Niehaus, Nathaniel Jewett (and his wife Becca), Ellen Jewett, David Maggio and Mike Maggio. She also leaves a great-granddaughter, Autumn Ballard, who brought a special sparkle to her great-grandmother’s eye.

There will be no calling hours or funeral. There will be a graveside service in Deposit in the spring. In lieu of flowers, Joyce would want you to perform a random act of kindness or make a donation to a charity of your choice.

A message for the family may be left at www.desmondfuneral homes.com.

John C. Wehrs

John C. Wehrs, 76, of Deposit, NY passed away peacefully April 9, 2017 at Bridgewater Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Binghamton, NY.

He is survived by his wife of  20 years: Leisha J. Wehrs; three children: John R. (Kathy) Wehrs, Donna (Frank) Albergo, and Jeffrey (Amy) Wehrs; three grandchildren: Donald Wehrs, Julie Albergo, and Jeffrey Wehrs.

He is also survived by Timothy and Valentyna Axtell, John and Cheryl Place; and John and Christy Smith. Also two nieces: Jacklyn Heinnah and Siera Smith; one nephew, Joshua Place. And his special mother-in-law: Joyce J. Axtell with whom he went on many “sightseeing” rides together. And his great-niece: Adrianna Saint-Hillaire. He played many card games with Adrianna after school. John looked forward to her visits and listened to her about her school day. It was “therapy” for both of them. Also, many hunting pals and friends too numerous to list.

John was known for his sharp wit and his ability to tell a joke. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He lived for fall hunting season and for many years enjoyed “the hunting camp” on Roods Creek Road. John was on New York State’s Big Buck list, which was taken with his bow.

John taught many adults and young adults in his Hunter Education Classes for New York State; was very involved in Boy Scouts and the church choir.

John “Bada Bing” made many friends throughout his life time and could light up the room with his smile. He will be missed greatly by his furry pals, Diamond and Nicky.

But, most of all, missed by his wife, who found the true meaning of being loved by a truly great husband.

Funeral Services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 13 at the Deposit First United Methodist Church, 109 Second St., Deposit with Pastor Ray Bartholomew officiating. Calling hours were held Wednesday, April 12 at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Burial, with Military Honors, was in Laurel Hill Cemetery in Deposit following the Funeral Service on Thursday. Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Rolland “Butch” Westbrook

Rolland “Butch” Westbrook passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2017 surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born January 4, 1954 to Rolland and Elenor Westbrook.

He was predeceased by his parents and sister, Betty Price.

Butch is survived by his wife: Lorraine; by his children: Nicole, Brian, Wes, Joey (Addie), and Anne Marie. Butch is also survived by his very special sister, Lucinda Schroder and brother, James (Liana) Westbrook. He had three grandchildren: Mariah, Mya, and Aiden, and many special nieces and nephews. Butch is also survived by his very best bud, Spike (Megan) Decker.

Butch was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to hunt, fish, and play golf where some of his best friendships developed.

Butch served in the United States Navy from 1971 - 1977 where he traveled all over.

Sometimes people come into your life and when they leave you have great memories, while some come into your life and are forever etched into your heart.

There will be a celebration of Butch’s life on Sunday, January 7, 2018 at Hardwood Hills Golf Course at the clubhouse from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Arrangements are through the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www. zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Edwin Wist, Sr.

Edwin Wist, Sr., 94, of Deposit, passed away at home on Sunday, December 31, 2017. He was predeceased by his wife, Ruth “Chickie” Wist.

He is survived by his four children: Ed Wist, Jr. and his wife, Sharon; Jean Cacialli and her husband, Tom; Patti Cammer and her husband Jim; and Fred Wist and his wife, Julie. Ed is also survived by his 15 grandchildren and their spouses, as well as 28 great-grandchildren.

Ed was born on April 17, 1923, in New York City. He met the love of his life when he was 12 years old. They married on January 8, 1942. Ed enlisted in the United States Coast Guard in 1942 and served three years during World War II. Ed also served as a Boy Scout leader in both Long Island and Deposit for many years. In 1961, Chickie and Ed moved to Deposit, where they opened their campground, Guestward-Ho, and ran it until 2005. They also owned and operated Guestward-Ho’s Red Barn from 1969 until 1978.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 5, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the parish hall of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Deposit. A funeral mass will follow at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to Deposit Community Park (P.O. Box 204, Deposit, New York 13754) in memory of Ed Wist, Sr.

Arrangements are through the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit. Condolences may be expressed at www. zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Aletha Lavonna Wright

Aletha Lavonna Wright was born on Income Tax Day, April 15, 1925 and passed on March 14, 2017 during one of the worst snow storms we have ever had—dates none of us will soon forget. On April 15, 1925, a beautiful baby girl, Aletha Lavonna was born to Walter (Ben) and Dorothy (Roberts) Decker. When Ben and Dorothy divorced, her grandfather Henry and uncle Alton Roberts lovingly opened their home to the family on Roberts Road in Winterdale, PA.

In 1947, Aletha married Francis (Fritz) Wright, and they were divorced in 1975. In 1948, she gave birth to Donald whom she has not seen since the divorce. In 1952, she gave birth to Sharon with whom she has made her home since divorcing.

Surviving her at home are her daughter Sharon and her canine companion, Molly Jade. Aletha was sister to Celia Fuller, Thelma Mead, Glenford Decker, and Dorothy Allison, all of whom have passed. Sister Jeannette Ayers survives. Aletha was an aunt to many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Aletha was a hard worker, starting on the family dairy farm, working as a waitress, working in a silk mill during World War II, working in a stone quarry, being a housewife, and picking berries to pay bills. In 1972, starting out as a lawn sale, Aletha advanced to opening the A to Z Bargain Shop in Deposit, NY in 1973. She still owned the business when she died on March 14.

Being raised on a dairy farm, Aletha loved animals, and she had requested donations of money or time be made to your local Animal Shelter. Donations in her memory may also be made to the Deposit Emergency Squad or to her daughter, Sharon Wright for her final expenses.

Private funeral arrangements are being made through the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second St., Deposit with burial to occur in the Hale Eddy Cemetery in the Spring.
Condolences may be expressed at www.zachariasfuneralhome.com.

Donald R. Yeomans

Donald R. Yeomans, 64, of Sidney Center, passed away unexpectedly, Monday afternoon, June 12, 2017 at Tri-Town Regional Hospital, Sidney.

Don was born February 26, 1953 in Paterson, NJ, the son of John and Dorothy (Hulme) Yeomans. He was a graduate of West Milford NJ High School. He married the former Marjorie Harper on December 31, 1976 at Upper Greenwood Lake, NJ.

Don was self-employed at Don-Mar Corp where he was a licensed blaster for quarry and general construction work. He was an officer and member of the Bluestone Assn. of Deposit.

Don was a man of few words who let his hard work, high morals and strong values speak for themselves. To his family he was a hero who could always see his integrity and huge heart, always at the ready to lead by example. He was able to fix almost anything and could often be found in his garage tinkering with his current project.

He is survived by his loving family, his wife: Marjorie; two daughters: Kimberly (Jim) Yeomans of Windsor, NY and Stephanie (Michael) Nostrom of Clayton, DE; and one son: Carl Grube of NE; his mother Dorothy Carlson, CA; one sister: Joyce (Jim) Geisert of CA; and one brother: Robert (Beatrice) Yeomans of Walton, NY; beautiful grandchildren: Alexandria, David, Kiersten, Valerie, Sharone, Brock, Gabriel, Lola and Annabel as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, John Yeomans.

Friends and relatives called on Friday morning, June 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Courtney Funeral Home, 25 Townsend St., Walton, NY where funeral services were held at 1 p.m. with Pastor Marv Root, officiating. Burial  followed in Walton Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Don’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Box 3049, Syracuse, 13220-3049; or Sidney Center Volunteer Fire Dept. & EMS, 10433 County HWY 23, Sidney Center, NY 13839.  Condolences to the family may be made online by visiting www. courtneyfh.com.

Richard Zacharias

Richard Zacharias, loving Husband, Father, Son-In-Law, Brother-In-Law, Uncle, Great Uncle, and Friend died October 16, 2017 at his home.

He is survived by his Wife, Nancy; his Son, Christopher; his Mother-In-Law, Mary Hibbard; his Sister- and Brothers-In-Law: Priscilla (Norm) Jacobsen, Kim (David) Tibbetts, and Roger Evans; his four Nieces and Nephews: Brian (Meghan) Jacobsen, Will Tibbetts, Brad Evans, Jennifer (David) Prickett; nine Great- Nieces and Nephews: Dylan Wade, Bradley and Alexis Jacobsen, Grant Evans, Abby, Evan, Caroline, Joshua, and Hannah Joy Prickett; his many close friends, and by a community that he touched and loved deeply.

Rick was predeceased by his Father and Mother, Harold and Helen (Scott) Zacharias; his Brother, Chuck; and by his Aunt and Uncle, Mildred and Charles Nieman.

Rick graduated from North High School in Binghamton, NY in 1964; from Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Virginia in 1968; and from Simmons School of Embalming and Mortuary Science in Syracuse, NY in 1973. In 1974, Rick purchased the Zacharias Funeral Home in Deposit, and served the residents of the area faithfully until the day he died.

He is a Past President, Board Member, and Paul Harris Fellow of the Deposit Rotary Club; a Charter Member and current Board Member of the Deposit Fire Department Benevolent Committee; a Charter Member of the Deposit Educational Endowment Program (D.E.E.P.); a member of: the Broome County Funeral Directors Association, the Leatherstocking Funeral Directors Association, NYS Funeral Directors Association , and Deposit Lodge #396 F. & A.M.

A celebration of Rick’s life was held on Saturday, October 21 at 1:00 pm at the Zacharias Funeral Home, 78 Second Street, Deposit with Father Dan Jones of Christ Episcopal Church and Pastor Kathy Myrick of Maple Lane Assembly of God Church officiating. Friends called at the funeral home on Friday, October 20 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Burial was in Laurel Hill Cemetery in Deposit.

Memorial contributions may be made to D.E.E.P. at P.O. Box 22, Deposit, NY 13754 in Rick’s memory. Condolences may be expressed at www.zacharias funeralhome.com.