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Claudia Turner Carberry - March 01, 1969 - April 24, 2024

Departed: 04/24/2024 (Moravia)

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David Bizzell - February 03, 1932 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Moravia)

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Carlton H. Moshier - April 04, 1944 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: Cork Moshier Sr Carlton Hover Moshier of Lansing, New York, passed away on Thursday, April 18th, 2024 after a courageous battle against cancer. “Cork” Moshier, as he was more commonly known by, was born in Willseyville, New York to Russell and Allie Rae Hover Moshier on April 4th 1944. Yes, 4/4/44, Making him turn 80 just a few weeks ago.

Cork has been battling cancer for several years now and every time this terrible disease tried to get the best of him. He managed to overcome whatever dagger cancer sent his way. We would be bracing ourselves for the worst when , with a Chuck Norris demeanor he would stand back up, brush that dust off and crack open a can of beer. Even with the final blow that took him from us, we weren’t sure that it was time to say goodbye yet because he had surprised us so many times before.

Through out all of his years of life, Cork has always been busy, always been a very social kinda guy. Just one look at his trophy collection tells ya about his many different hobbies, such as bowling, horseshoes, pool, playing cards & darts & more. More recently he started mall walking and on occasion his sister and brother-in-law Patricia and Tom would join him. He was a big fan of the Re-Use Center & if you frequented it enough, you would run into him there. He often frequented Rick Geigers garage and “Da Boys” on Ford Hill rd along with Kenny & Judy Moody on Davis road. He took on dog sitting for his kids when they went away on vacations & he sat with Rascal for his dear friends Mary and Cleen, which included watching NASCAR races & sampling of home made wine (maybe some Brandy too). Let’s not forget racing, as in he built and drove his own race cars, snowmobiles and lawnmowers. He bartended with his dear friend Mary Boles at a bar that only a certain generation of folks will remember, The Powerhouse. He worked at Nedrows Farm and dressed chickens and turkeys every year at Steve Hunts with Ed Teeter. He clocked in and out for many years at Morse Chain and Paul Hardesty’s Salvage Yard and many other places over the years to keep food on the table & beer in the cooler.

This lover of sports showed an extra amount of pleasure playing baseball & coached his son Corkys team in his younger days and even encouraged his grandson Max to start playing baseball. Dad earned a lifetime membership at the Lansing Rod gun club. It goes without saying that he was a successful, avid, fisherman, and Hunter with shotguns, rifles or crossbow. He did not disappoint during hunting season.

Dad was also a great gardener. He had one heck of a green thumb and maintained a large garden at his son Corky jr’s home on Algerine Road. He of course, racked thousands of miles on his pick up truck, driving all over creation running errands or just puttering around and waving at every single person he passed, every-single-person. And if you didn’t know it then, you learned it quick, pulling out behind Cork meant you wasn’t going any faster than 30 mph. Sight seeing was more important than race cars after a certain point. Dad could be stubborn and hardheaded. He definitely did not want any of us to fuss over him. He had a big heart and was generous with his love he had for his family and friends. He held a special love and affection for his grandson, Maximus. He waited for the bus before and after school with Max every day for many many years until he entered 7th grade. He also attended as many of Max’s sports practices, games & Boy Scouts activities as he could. Did I mention that Dad was busy?

Cork leaves behind his sister Virginia (Shorty) Millage and brother-in-law Tom Stamp married to his predeceased sister Patricia Stamp. He is also pre-deceased by sisters Dorothy (Carl) Schooley and Charlotte (Henry) Cornwall. Predeceased brothers are Jim (Vivian) Moshier and Leon/Percy (Lois) Moshier. He is also pre-deceased by granddaughter Joy Smith. He is survived by his daughters, Annette (Jeff) Updyke, Pamela (Dave) Hopkins and Christina Bordonet . Surviving sons Cork (Renee)  Moshier Jr and Richard Ackles. His grandchildren are Justin,Alicia, Jordan, Cris, & Jennifer. Along with Niki, Heather, and Robert. Not forgetting Kaylin and Maximus. Great grandchildren are Jayce, Emily, Kingston, Keegan, Ava, Dominic, Xzavier, Hallee, Addyson, Onaliese, Liam, Adrianna, Dominic, and Julien. Cork was predeceased by his wife of many years, Sally Moshier. But only by a few months. She passed away on September 18th, 2023. Family was waiting for warmer weather to do a service for mom so it only seems appropriate to celebrate their lives together and to say goodbye to both of these guys on the same day, which is why we are going to have a celebration of life(s) for these two amazing people on May 11 between 1 to 4 PM at the Lansing Rod & Gun club

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Sharon T. Marshall - June 06, 1942 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: Sharon T. Marshall, 81, of Cortland passed from this earth on April 14, 2024 at home surrounded by her children and grandchildren she loved so much. She was born in Cortland on June 6, 1942.

Sharon is survived by her five children; Gary (Karen) Cass, Donald (Roxanna) Nelson, Terry Totman, Joy Marshall, and Dawn Compton. Fifteen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, two sisters; Lorene (Pud) Putnam, Marlene (Butch) Loomis, and her sister-in-law, Judy Rainbow, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Sharon is predeceased by her parents Bob and June Rainbow, her stepmom Mert Rainbow and her son, David Nelson. As well as three brothers; Dana Rainbow, Kenneth Rainbow Sr., and Alan Rainbow. Her grandson, Matthew Cass and two great-grandchildren, Alyssa and Tyler Mead. Her aunt, Connie Argyle and Uncle Bob, as well as her nephew Jeffery Rainbow.

Sharon was a kind soul and worked at many places including Cortland Corset, she was also a member of the Cortland City Fire Department Auxiliary.

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William Francis Heines Jr. - February 04, 1960 - April 12, 2024

Departed: 04/12/2024 (Moravia)

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Eunice L. Danvers - October 29, 1933 - April 11, 2024

Departed: 04/11/2024 (Moravia)

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Our family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Eunice L. Danvers on April 11, 2024. She leaves behind her four children and their partners: Wayne (Liz) Miller, Ellen (Craig) Cramer, Carol (Marc) Miller, Charles (David) Miller; three grandchildren: Nathan Cramer, Corey Cramer,

and Leslie Miller; and one great-grandchild: Matilda Kucij. She was predeceased by her grandson, John Gerald Miller; her grandson- in-law, Noah Kucij; her first husband and the father of her children, Gerald W. Miller Jr; her second husband, Jack R. Danvers; and her parents:

Lucille Holland Hovey and C. Wesley Olver. Eunice lived most of her 90 years in Endicott, N.Y. In her early days, she worked as a lab technician. She then taught and directed the First United Methodist Preschool for over 35 years and also worked as a parent aid at

Family and Children's Services in Binghamton for many years. Eunice had a remarkable ability to see the goodness in everyone. Children immediately recognized her as their ally. Her warmth and creativity made

her a child magnet. She was happiest when surrounded by her family. She was an avid reader

and enjoyed all the cherished dogs rescued by family members. The family is planning a small memorial in the near future. If you want to make a donation in her memory, please consider Hospicare of Ithaca

(hospicare.org). A link can be found below.

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Mary Lavine - November 07, 1946 - March 31, 2024

Departed: 03/31/2024 (Moravia)

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Frank E. Waite - October 05, 1968 - March 30, 2024

Departed: 03/30/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: “Our hearts are filled with memories, our eyes are full of tears.

Our lives will be filled with missing you, each day throughout the years.

We pray you found the peace in death you couldn’t find on earth. Each day your love lives on, in our hearts & minds.” Lesley Woodrow Gibson Frank Waite, lifelong resident of Cortland NY, died unexpectedly on March 30, 2024, at the age of 55. Born October 5, 1968, to Barbara Jean (Ingraham) Waite and John

Wesley Waite. He was one of nine siblings. Frank loved and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. One of his best titles was “Uncle Frank”. Being with his loved ones brought him the most joy. In addition to outdoor adventures, he had a passion for motocross racing. Frank was also a

longstanding avid Pittsburg Steelers fanatic. He is survived by his daughter; Kristina and his grandchildren, Carson, and Ryleigh; his six siblings and his nephews and nieces. He had an especially close relationship with his nephew; Andrew and his wife, Sarah and their three children; Claire, Bailee and Silas and Andrew’s brothers; Jesse and Corey. He will be missed greatly by many other

family members and friends. Throughout his life, Frank had a very special bond with his predeceased sister, Donna

Hooper. Therefore, will be laid to rest with her at Glenwood Cemetery in Homer NY.

A celebration of life event will be hosted by Andrew and Sarah in the Cortland area.

Details will be provided in the near future. “We’ll meet again. Don’t know where don’t know when, but I know we’ll meet again, some sunny day. We’ll meet again.” — Vera Lynn

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Anthony Dintino - November 06, 1953 - March 30, 2024

Departed: 03/30/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: IN GRATA MEMORIA - of - ANTHONY GENNARO DINTINO “Let us prepare our minds as if we’d come to the very end of life. Let us postpone nothing. Let us balance life’s books each day. The one who puts the finishing touches on their life each day is never short of time.” —Seneca After many long years battling Parkinson’s, Anthony G. Dintino peacefully succumbed to illness on March 30, 2024, at the youthful age of 70. At his bedside, Anthony was in the company of those he

cherished and inspired. In life, and up until his very last moments, Anthony personified undefeatable determination, a rapier

wit, and indomitable will. Born to Pierino and Jaqueline Dintino on November 6, 1953, in Cortland, New York. To his siblings, Anthony was known to be a prankster, and a Houdini of sorts. Quick to set up the punch lines, or make a late-night childhood escape to stroll down to the Coca Cola plant with the family

dog, Folly, Anthony brilliantly brought laughter to those around him. It was in 1973 that he met his future wife, Patricia Dintino (then Conway), while out hitting the town in downtown Cortland. The two hit it off, and on August 17, 1974, they were married. By March 1981, the couple had completed their family, having three children, Bryan, Rachel, and

Nicole. Throughout the course of his professional years, Anthony served the community of Cortland with pride as a valued member of the Department of Public Works, where his dedication to service and

community shone brightly. Amidst an already rich life, Anthony filled his leisure time with friends, music, movies, and rooting

for his favorite New York sports teams. His boundless humor and wit were a reflection of his adoration for the irreverent humor of Monty

Python, SCTV, Abbot and Costello, The Marx Brothers, and Saturday Night Live. Sharing his love of music with those around him, he treasured the music of the Beatles, Queen,

David Bowie, the Police, and Santana. In addition to his passion for music and comedy, Anthony was an avid sports enthusiast. His love of the NY Giants, NY Yankees, and NY Rangers was unwavering. Never a “fair weather fan”, —he

rejoiced in every victory and mourned every defeat. Family and Friends were the cornerstones of Anthony’s world, filling his life with laughter, love, and

unforgettable moments and memories that defined his journey through this world. When it came to lifelong friendships, there can be no better example than that of Anthony and Joseph (Joe) Gallo. Regardless of distance, they perfectly exemplified the essence of genuine

friendship. With an unusually extreme distaste for all things disco, and an equally extreme love for all things technology related, Anthony was quite the character. Known to many of his friends by his nickname, “Slimy”, “Funny” and “sarcastic” were some of the phrases that his friends and family

most often applied to him. He was quick witted, bringing levity to any situation with classic Yogi-isms (Yogi Berra) like, “It's like déjà vu all over again.” And, “Nobody goes there anymore. It's too crowded.” He didn’t always

say much, but when he did, you were certain to listen. Anthony was preceded in death by his parents, Pierino and Jaqueline Dintino, as well as his brothers Pete and Mike. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Dintino, and his three children, Bryan, Rachel and Nicole, and his siblings, Patrick, Jackie, Maria, and Carla. He also leaves behind five grandchildren:

Bob (Robert), Aubrey, Calvin, Liam, and Lily. As we raise a glass, or three in his honor, let us celebrate the man that not only taught us that life should never be taken too seriously, but in the famous words of Ferris Bueller, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”

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Robin Turney - February 21, 1959 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: Born and raised in Elmira, New York on February 21,1959. Robin grew to be a humble, hard working Mama of four Amber, Cameron ( Melody), Nick (Suz ), James (Amy, Leah and Sawyer) who survive her to this day.

Who knew her to play the drums, to sing and dance with the stereo blaring to Heart when she thought no one was listening? Robbie reserved a special side for only those closest to her but always a giver, often driving many miles to help others. She had quite a passion for the beauty in the earth always on the look-out for the next rock or gem to add to her collection. Turns out she was quite the prankster but I bet if you ask her about the rubber rat she'd say, " Oh whatever".

One thing's for sure she ate up the truth and saw something different than all other religions. So moving from state to state she took every book she had on the Bible and kept drawing closer to Jehovah, even helping her kids to come to know the true God too. No doubt she thought about the Creator as she watched the birds or worked in her garden. We can still see her sitting on her swing admiring the view. That's where we'll pick back up from but for now we'll just say... to be continued. Letter from Cameron:

Robin was a Mom, a Grandma, a Friend, a sister, a listening ear, and so much more. She could help someone battered and broken from this world and build them up. She had so much courage and strength no matter what she was dealing with that she helped others to be

strong just through her example. Mom had such a strong love and friendship with her heavenly father Jehovah. He helped her to know that no matter what we go through now, it will not always be this way. That love helped her have strength and happiness. She touched the lives of so many in a happy positive

way that can never be forgotten. Mom saw the beauty in all of God’s creation around us. I think she had half the rocks on earth in her house! She felt joy from even the smallest beautiful things. One of her favorite places to be was Maine enjoying the power of the ocean, and the sound of the waves, and

looking out over the beautiful view provided by our heavenly father Jehovah.

Mom lived her life by the Bible and let Jehovah guide her no matter how hard times got. She taught her three boys and one daughter to do the same. The Bible tells us to taste and see that Jehovah is good! Mom definitely took every opportunity to see the beautiful things in creation, and to share them with her family and friends. Mom’s family extended far past her three boys and two girls. Her family included those in the local congregation of Jehovah’s witnesses, and so many more from all over the country and all over the world. Mom was easy to

love and her kindness drew people to her. Mom loved her garden. She loved to plant plants with her best friend Lorrie. I think their

favorite thing was Garlic! She loved to watch the plants grow and share them with other people. She loved the art of the garden too. Seeing the beauty in the creation, in each of the plants and what they would be and that they were provided merely for our benefit. She always held dear

how much that showed Jehovah’s first quality of Love. Mom was awesome sauce at having fun too! From the TGIF Friday’s when us kids were little to the Pranks she loved to play on her friends when they least expected it to her unique smile and laugh that we will never forget. We will never forget her kindness and her strength throughout her entire life. Mom made my brothers and me the men we are today. She always

dried our tears and gave us strength and direction with the scriptures from the Bible. 1Corinthians 15:26 tells us “The last enemy, death is to be brought to nothing.” And Isaiah 65:17 tells us “For look! I am creating new heavens and a new earth; And the former things will not be called to mind, Nor will they come up into the heart.” Mom believed this with her whole heart, mind, and strength. She knew that anything now is temporary, but the promises made by our heavenly father Jehovah for a Paradise and a resurrection are completely trustworthy and everlasting! So until that time comes until we welcome mom back, I will say not good bye, but good night. For all of us in your family, Mom is now safe and secure in our

heavenly father Jehovah’s memory. Sincerely, Cameron Turney

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Allen Leonard - July 12, 1956 - March 08, 2024

Departed: 03/08/2024 (Moravia)

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Lynne H. Whetzel - August 20, 1945 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: Lynne Hemenway Whetzel, 78, of Ithaca, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 4, 2024, at Hospicare of Ithaca.

Lynne was born on August 20,1945, in Ilion, NY, a daughter of Charles and Bertha (Bender) Hemenway. She attended Frankfort - Schuyler Central Schools, graduating in the class of 1963, and then graduated from Cornell University in 1967.

In her early work life she held jobs in Norwich and St. Regis Falls, NY before settling permanently in Ithaca. She completed her career as the longtime Director of Resource and Referral at the Child Development Council of Ithaca. While working at the council, Lynne became part of a wonderful group of women who have continued to offer each other support and friendship for decades. They were some of her most cherished relationships. She was genuinely interested in people and their well-being, especially children. She was a generous and optimistic soul with the warmest smile and a kind word for everyone.

The First Congregational Church of Ithaca was Lynne’s church home for over forty years; another place where lifelong friendships were made. She was a giver of her time and energy and an active member who participated regularly to help others and the community. She was an integral member of the Kiwanis Club for close to a decade, and a fixture at the club’s Officer of the Month celebrations. Additionally, Lynne served faithfully and enthusiastically as their treasurer for five years.

Lynne was a devoted loving mother to her two daughters and enjoyed living in and exploring the Finger Lakes area. She was an avid listener to local radio, and a sports fan who followed the Buffalo Bills. Each year she looked forward to the excitement of watching college basketball's March Madness and rooting for the season’s “cinderella team”. She was a voracious reader who never met a mystery she didn’t like, could be counted on to find and send “just the right” card for every birthday and special occasion, and was a great chronicler of varied and unusual news stories. The natural world brought her much delight; from observing and feeding birds and other wildlife in the woods around her house (especially a family of crows who really liked green grapes and peanuts), to sharing her home over the years with various cats from the local SPCA. She was a kind, happy, lovely lady with a sly and quirky sense of humor who will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her best.

Lynne is survived by her two daughters, Susan (Torin Block) Whetzel, of Oakland, CA, and Karen (Anton Burkett) Whetzel of Ithaca, as well as a sister Marcia (late John) Riley, of Batavia, NY. She also leaves nieces Kate Riley, Allison Dudley, Zalie Cervenan, and Amy Cervenan and nephews John C. Riley, Joe Whetzel and Brian Whetzel and their spouses. Lynne was also especially fond of Noni, Milo and Mae Burkett. She will also be missed by Annie, Susan’s fourteen year old rescue dog, lovingly referred to by Lynne as her “granddogter”.

A memorial celebration of Lynne’s life is being planned for this summer. Donations in Lynne’s memory may be directed to The Child Development Council of Central New York: www.childdevelopmentcouncil.org The Humane Society of Schuyler County www.schuylerhumane.org or Kiwanis Club of Ithaca: please make checks out to “Kiwanis of Ithaca”, c/o J.Adams, 511 Cliff St., Ithaca, NY 14850 Condolences to the family may be mailed to K. Whetzel 406 Hancock Street Ithaca, NY 14850

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Alvan Katz - June 13, 1949 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Moravia)

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Richard Gore - August 06, 1970 - March 02, 2024

Departed: 03/02/2024 (Moravia)

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John Francis Dean - February 11, 1936 - February 29, 2024

Departed: 02/29/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: John Francis Dean 88 of Kendal of Ithaca passed away February 29th, 2024, due to a year long battle of illness and subsequently died of natural causes. He is survived by his wife Margaret Elizabeth Dean nee Cooke and their 3 children, Christopher John Dean his wife Amy Dean, Michael Dean his wife Patti Dean and Kathryn Hughes her husband Darren Hughes, and all his grandchildren, Jessica Grant, Jennifer Livingston, Danielle Hughes, Amanda Dean, Steven F Hughes, Sarah Hughes and Charlotte Dean and 10 great grandchildren.

John was born February 11, 1936, in Springhead Lancashire UK son of John (Jonny) Dean and Gertrude Dean. Brother of Peter Dean and Antony Dean.

John attended school at the Manchester school of art, upon graduation he served a 6-year apprenticeship at Lee Whiteheads in Oldham UK. He went on travel to the United States completing his education earning two graduate degrees from the university of Chicago and Johns Hopkins. John worked at the Newberry library in Chicago, moving on to Johns Hopkins and finally Cornell University. While at Johns Hopkins Milton S. Eisenhower Library and Cornell Olin Library he headed up their conservation & preservation departments. John mentored many working in the libraries. He mentored and taught at the local, national, and international levels.

John helped institutions around the world through education, training, and consultancies in developing countries, such as Laos, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Java, and Cambodia. He created seminal online tutorials for library conservation and preservation in Southeast Asia, Iraq, and the Middle East to give librarians and archivists in these and other countries a set of basic guidelines to inform their preservation efforts. Noted publications: https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/John-F-Dean-2029848528 ; https://surface.syr.edu › pres_brodsky › 5

Aside from his love of teaching, bookbinding & preservation, John was passionate about giving back. He loved helping others fulfill not only their career goals but also tried to help anyone struggling in their day to day lives. John positively impacted the Kendal community, and he will be truly missed, not only by his family & friends but everyone he ever met.

We wanted to reach out and thank everyone at Kendal who made my father’s life better. Kendal had become his second family. My brothers Christopher, Michael and I do not have enough words to express our gratitude to the staff & the Kendal community as a whole. He will be missed by all.

Celebration of life to be announced shortly as we try to piece together our lives without my father.

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JoAnn Carol Huelse - January 27, 1948 - February 27, 2024

Departed: 02/27/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: JoAnn Carol (Petersen) Huelse, daughter of Willis Petersen and Lucile (Christiansen) Huelse, passed away 02/27/2024 at her home in Freeville, NY. She is survived by her wife of 26 years, Becky Gilliam, her daughter Jaime (Huelse) Barker, her son-in-law Ryan Barker and two grandsons, Taviri and Arkaedi. Also surviving are her brothers, Sheridan Petersen (Annie) and Dean Petersen (Carolyn), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was proceeded in death by her parents.

JoAnn graduated from Glenville State College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Studies. She was a contract worker for TN State Child Support Collection and worked for Tennessee Department of Human Services for many years.

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John I. McRee - September 05, 1933 - February 26, 2024

Departed: 02/26/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: John Ibson McRee III died peacefully at the age of 90 at Matthew House Hospice Residence in

Auburn, NY on February 26, 2024. He moved to Syracuse, NY from Helena, AR with his wife, Gloria Jean Rogers, in 1960 where he worked, until his retirement, at Niagara Mohawk, and together they had 5 children. John Kenyon McRee, Mary-Beth (Rick) Rumble, Kathleen Susan (Al) Bedrosian, Elizabeth “Betsy” Ann McNaught, and Gary Allen McRee. John and Jean raised their children as Christians and loved their church family who always welcomed the family by saving a whole row at Church as all 7 hustled in, usually a little late! John is predeceased by his parents John Ibson McRee II and Mary Lake Wooten McRee, and brother Bill,

and survived by his brother Charlie (Barbara) and sister-in-law Virginia, and his ex-wife and best friend, “Jean”. John loved the outdoors, taking the dogs for walks with Mom, and playing tennis and golf with

family and friends, including several rounds just last summer with his son Gary. Before starting a family, our beloved Father/Son/Brother/Uncle/Grandpa/Great-Grandpa served as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corp. He was originally based in Norfolk VA and then served in the Korean War. He was injured 3 times over his service from 1952 to 1955 and then honorably discharged from active duty with 4 medals for Korean War Service, United Nations Service, National Defense Service, and Faithful Service and Conduct. We are thankful and

blessed for his service and safe return from War. John is also survived by his many beautiful grandchildren: Alex (Bryon) Strelow, Matthew (Brittany) McRee, Natalie Riebel, Samuel Riebel, Annabel Riebel, Kaitlyn Kilts, Jack Rumble, and Elizabeth Rumble, …and precious great-grandchildren: Penelope Strelow, Emmeline Strelow, Beckett Strelow,

Mabel Strelow, and Wyatt McRee. John will be deeply missed for many reasons including his calm and loving demeaner, his

beautiful smile, and always having a funny story to tell. A special thank you to the wonderful care provided by all the volunteers at Matthew House and especially the Director Angela and Manager/Nurse Shelly. Donations may be made to Matthew

House 43 Metcalf Drive Auburn, NY 13021 or at https://www.matthewhouse.org.

Services will be planned at a later date.

May he rest in peace.

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Barbara LaLonde - October 20, 1931 - February 19, 2024

Departed: 02/19/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Ann Young Riblet LaLonde passed away with loved family at her side on Feb. 19, 2024.

She was born in Syracuse on Oct. 20, 1931.

She was a buyer for WT Grand Co in Baldwinsville. Worked at The Stone Barn Castle (Cleveland, N.Y.) as a tour guide and the Good Witch by the fire for 25 years. She enjoyed her pets, reading, gardening, antiques and spending time with family.

She is survived by her daughters, Diana (Joe)Whiting of Skaneateles, Linda Pientka of Baldwinsville, Carol (Charles) Kratz of Auburn, along with 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. A niece, great niece, and a great-great-nephew. Preceded by Husband Herbert LaLonde, and her children Sharon June Riblet and Richard Hunter Riblet, and a sister Jean Dean.

Services will be private. Donations may be made to: Beverly Animal Shelter, 50 East River Road, Waterloo, NY 13165.

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David Connolly - August 11, 1950 - February 17, 2024

Departed: 02/17/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: David M. Connolly, 73, of Virgil passed away on February 17, 2024 at the Hospicare Residence in Ithaca.

A life-long area resident, Dave was born August 11, 1950 the son of Michael and Alice (Maybury) Connolly. Dave attended Virgil and Cortland School and he earned a degree in Biology from SUNY Cortland, he retired after working many years from Monarch Machine Tool Company.

Dave loved the woods, he made numerous trails throughout his hilly wooded acreage to get to the trees he would cut for his home fire. He was happy to take friends and family for rides on these trails in his ATV, making sure to hit some of the steepest parts to give his passenger a thrill.

A benevolent and caring brother, uncle, friend, and neighbor, Dave will be sorely missed by many. Dave is predeceased by his parents, brother John and sister Sharon Bielec.

Dave is survived by his brother Glenn (Lillie) Connolly, sister Mary Connolly, nieces Caitlyn (Jason) Austin, Rebecca Santo and Brandi (Jamie) Romany. Nephews Michael (Brandi) Santo and Raymond Bielec III. Brother-in-law Raymond Bielec and great-nephew Rowan Santo and great-niece Iris Austin. Dave also leaves behind his beloved friend Linda Bunting.

A celebration of life will be held March 2, 2024 from 2pm to 4 pm at the Virgil Town Hall.

Central New York Cremation Services is assisting the family.

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Charles Ivon Baxter - October 09, 1933 - February 10, 2024

Departed: 02/10/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: Generous, deeply thoughtful, loving, charismatic, all about the number nine, beautifully complex, fiercely sentimental and unforgettable. Born on the kitchen table of a oversized house on a tiny dairy farm in the hills outside of Greene, NY, Chuck had precision focus on improving and taking care of everything he cared about. Likely driven by the scarcity inherent to a small, rented, power and plumbing-free remote farm in the 1930s where he’d routinely wake to snow drifts in his bedroom- he worked daily to ensure than no one in his home went for want. Using savings from his paper route as a down payment for his beloved While’ Away home on Cayuga Lake, he raised two children with his wife Paulette with all the love and freedom the 1960s and

70s had to offer. Chuck’s kind-hearted, loving father was a part-time dairy farmer, part-time used car salesman and bootlegger whose struggle with alcohol resulted in institutionalization when Chuck was 4-5 years old. After this haunting, pivotal event, Chuck’s mother, Ella moved herself and Chuck into the Village of Greene which is when Chuck’s glory days began. Ella became the head secretary at Greene central schools and taught Chuck how to keep books, and plan for the future. His first job, a paper route, was at times bitterly cold, and always at the crack of dawn, but there was no stopping what couldn’t be stopped. Chuck was gonna save, surround himself

with things he loved and take the utmost care for them. In high school, Chuck worked setting pins at a bowling alley, was by all accounts in his yearbook “a swell guy,” a top-ranking roller skater, the captain of the basketball team, and the school record holder for the long-jump. This must have been the start of his life-long passion for fitness and health that allowed him to continue doing so many things he loved: building, biking,

mowing, moving, windsurfing, snowboarding all through his 80s. Chuck was also a rabble-rouser and occasional criminal (he’d always clarify - so long as the affront was against “the system” and not people.) Chuck and friends would siphon gas from oil delivery trucks to fill the tanks of friend’s cars, was arrested when a friend threw an M-80s out his car window, and would steal ice cream from the school cafeteria on weekends. But these

antics seemingly only served to increase the affection of his community. People loved him. After high school Chuck took advantage of the GI bill to pay for college - but first he had to take a miserable ship ride to Korea where he fortunately escaped combat and was in charge of all motorized vehicles. Of course he took advantage of his position to drive every kind of military vehicle imaginable and have wild adventures in an exotic land. When Chuck returned to Ithaca College, he caught the eye of a beauty-queen, asked her for a slow dance, sang popular songs

with her, and settled down on the shores of Cayuga lake. Chuck first worked in schools as a PE teacher and swimming coach, developing life-long friendships, and confirmed that he had a knack for working with kids. He studied to became a child psychologist and was a perpetual advocate for the humanity of children who schools

routinely found little place for. In the summers of 1978-1983 Chuck introduced windsurfers to Cayuga lake and operated Cayuga Windsurfing. His children were certified as instructors and they all had 6 wonderfully glowing, full summers together teaching hundreds of people how to windsurf. Chuck’s last

windsurfer ride at 89 years old was confident, joyful and as per usual, fully clothed. Chuck was inspirationally active after retirement. Building stone walls and stairs, fastidiously maintaining the home he loved, and always, always striving to be more connected with the people he loved. Chuck was simply the best and can be found in the people who understood him, the extraordinary breakfasts he taught his daughter how to make, his “Shangri- la” on the lake, and everywhere he left his handyman mark and felt his purpose… forever dearly

missed, and even more so, remembered and held in the hearts of his family and friends. Chuck’s 90th birthday was lovingly celebrated on October 9th in his home, in his full health

and vigor, with friends and family. A celebration of his life will be planned in the spring, held under the willow trees he planted to

commemorate the birth of his children.

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Kimberly Morrell - August 27, 1968 - January 30, 2024

Departed: 01/30/2024 (Moravia)

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David Caster - April 10, 1946 - January 27, 2024

Departed: 01/27/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: David Benjamin Caster, 77, died peacefully Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Oak Hill Manor, Ithaca, New York which he

called home for 3 1/2 years following bladder cancer surgery . David was born April 10, 1946 , the son of Benjamin Erwin Caster and Leila Mary (Klippel) Caster of Newark, New

York. He is predeceased by his parents and sister, Karen (John) Everhart of Cartersville, Georgia. David is survived by: his sister, Debbi (Peter) Goodman of Ithaca, New York; his nieces, Bethany (Chris) Ladd of Trumansburg, NY; Abbey (Beau) Wagner, of Okinawa, Japan; and Tammi (Bob) Meisel of Apollo Beach, Florida; his nephews, Todd (Meredith) Goodman, of Painted Post, New York;Tim Everhart (Laurie) of Cartersville, Georgia; and Ted (Cindi) Everhart of Vancouver, Washington; along with several grand-nieces and grand-nephews, and many

cousins. Growing up in Newark, his very first job in high school was at the world famous Jackson and Perkins Rose Gardens where he realized he definitely had a “green thumb.”  He played baseball and varsity basketball at Newark High with a height of 6’7”, jokingly telling people when asked that he was 5’ 19”! After graduating, he attended University of Denver, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree, majoring in Speech and Political Science. Marathon Oil in Denver

then hired him as a research assistant. In 1971 he moved to Calgary, Alberta Canada, home of the world famous Calgary Stampede, and  spent numerous weekends exploring all the beauty, nature and history of the Rocky Mountains, Banff and surroundings. He worked for Metropolitan Life and also was a volunteer baseball coach in Calgary.  In 1979 Dave returned back to his hometown, Newark, NY, and closer to family. He was very active in coaching youth baseball with many winning seasons. Dave enjoyed landscaping and was Park Manager at Colburn Park. The Park was home for Newark’s baseball team, the Co-Pilots, a minor League team in the Newark-Penn League. He also very much enjoyed bartending and running

trivia contests in addition to his employment at Ultralife Corporation in Newark’s Technology Park. Dave found great solace in both Nature and his beloved Siberian Husky, Colbi Lei. They were inseparable . His favorite part of each day was Sunrise and he took many beautiful photos of them in both Newark and Sodus Bay/ Lake Ontario along his walks with Colbi. He was an expert in growing heirloom roses and various plants that filled the family home’s garden. His favorite sport team was the Braves, both when they were in Milwaukee and Atlanta. He was a math whiz in school and beyond and never needed to use a calculator. Dave was strong willed and stubborn

but he had a big heart, loved animals and had a witty sense of humor. A special thank you to the medical personnel at Cayuga Medical Center and the compassionate nurses at Oak Hill

Manor. David  appreciated your care.

David and Colbi Lei will be buried privately later in the year in East Newark Cemetery in Newark, New York.

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John Edward Vehrencamp - February 13, 1927 - January 22, 2024

Departed: 01/22/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: John Edward Vehrencamp died peacefully in Kendal at Ithaca, New York, on January 22, 2024, just three weeks before his 97th birthday.  An avid hiker and bicyclist for most of his life, he proclaimed “I can still walk!” with a twinkle in his eye on his last evening. He passed the next

morning while sitting in a chair and reading The Economist magazine. John was born on February 13, 1927, in Mt. Jackson, Virginia, a small town in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, to Edward Lee Vehrencamp and Clara Alma Bowman. His paternal grandparents were German immigrant farmers, and his maternal grandfather was a local blacksmith. Edward was a traveling salesman and died unexpectedly when John was five. After some hard years for John and his older brother Forrest, his mother married Don Grabill, a businessman in nearby Woodstock, Virginia, with whom she had John's half-sister Donna. Don welcomed his new stepson with affection and taught John how to use the woodworking and other

tools that filled Don’s basement. When her second husband died two years after their marriage, Clara packed up the kids and drove across the country to start a new life in Glendale, California. John attended Hoover High School and did well academically, graduating in 1944. He joined the Navy and was sent to Montana for training, but WWII ended and he was discharged after 2 years.  He returned to

Glendale, where he met and married Dorothy Louise Lee and they had their first child, Sandra. When the G.I. Bill became available, John enrolled at UCLA and received a BS degree in engineering. His skill with tools and his meticulous attention to detail quickly got him a job after graduation as a research engineer. The family bought a nice home in Sun Valley, California, and two more children, Mark and Christine, joined the family. They subsequently moved to

Montrose, California, to be closer to Dorothy’s family. John progressed through a succession of increasingly important jobs, finally landing at TRW (now Northrop-Grumman) in Redondo Beach, where he spent the rest of his career designing components, particularly temperature controls, for exploratory space probes and military satellites. Given the challenges of Los Angeles traffic, John rented an apartment closer to work, spending the week in Redondo and the weekends in Montrose. This placed a strain on his marriage that contributed to John and Dorothy divorcing after 13 years together. Despite the divorce, John continued to play an important role in his children's lives. He bought a sailboat and took them all out to Catalina, rented a summer house on Balboa Island, and took them individually camping and hiking in national parks. He visited Sandra when she was studying in Germany, Costa Rica, and Kenya. He designed and built a lovely house in Redondo Beach close to the LA airport where he frequently hosted family. He was never seriously into cooking, but his meatloaf for visitors was legendary. A copy of the Desiderata hung on the wall above his dining table and was surrounded by photos of his adventures. A refrigerator magnet urged, “Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.” After retirement at 62, John kept very active, both physically and mentally. He joined a biking group and made long-distance trips throughout the western United States, Canada, Costa Rica, and Europe. He often made the long drive from Los Angeles to Oregon to visit with his son Mark, grandchildren Cyndi and Bryan, and his mother Clara (whom he faithfully called or visited every week until she passed at age 98). He made an epic trip back to Germany with Granddaughter Cyndi to discover his Vehrenkamp ancestors. Granddaughter Leanna stayed with him for nearly a year at one point and got to know him well. Throughout this period of his life, he participated in a local adult education program, OmniLore, that tackled difficult books and topics in which participants had to do research and lead discussions using Powerpoint. His greatest pleasure - aside from ice cream and cookies - was a local carpentry class, where he built beautifully designed Scandinavian-style furniture. His house and that of many members of his

family proudly displayed his work.

Up until his early 90s John was biking, driving, and living independently in his Redondo home. Children and grandchildren enjoyed visiting, playing cribbage, and taking him out for a day or night on the town. When John had a minor stroke and suffered some falls, the family decided he should relocate to live with one of them. In early 2020 he rented his house and moved, along with most of his handmade furniture, into the home of daughter Sandra and her husband in Ithaca, New York. By good luck, he moved to Ithaca a week before Covid-19 broke out and weathered the pandemic there. Once pandemic restrictions were lifted, John and his family decided to move him into Kendal, a highly rated local continuing care retirement community (CCRC) with a woodshop. He made many friends there, initially living in an independent apartment, then in assisted living, and subsequently in the skilled nursing wing during his final months. He received excellent care, and the nurses all commented on what a nice and agreeable man he was. Sandra and her husband had also moved into Kendal, and the three of them interacted frequently. Family members traveled to Ithaca to see John whenever possible, and he

looked forward to these visits immensely. John is survived by his three children (Sandra Lee Vehrencamp, Mark Lee Vehrencamp, and Christine Nielsen), five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, ex-wife Dorothy, brother Forrest Lee Vehrencamp, half-sister Donna Grabill

Crittenden, and granddaughter Katrina Lee Bradbury. A celebration of John’s life will be held at Kendal at Ithaca on April 5. He will be buried this

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Dorothy Bishop-Erlenback - December 02, 1935 - January 20, 2024

Departed: 01/20/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy Bishop-Erlenback completed her journey on this earth peacefully at home, surrounded by loving family, on January 20, 2024. Dorothy was born in Phelps, NY, on December 2 nd , 1935, to the late Grace and Ralph Wheeler Sr. She was predeceased by

her husband William Erlenback Sr.; her daughters, Karen A. Bishop, and Sandra L. Olrich; brothers, George, Kent, Robert, John, Hank, Ralph; sisters, Mary Lou, and Gloria Higgins. She is survived by her sister Grace Colton; daughters, Kim Erlenback, Kathlee Woods, Lorrie Tily and Cynthia Bishop; grandchildren, great grandchildren and many

nieces and nephews. Dorothy was strong willed and independent and always wore lipstick whenever she left home. She had a lifelong passion for cooking. She enjoyed conversations around recipes and cooking techniques. She spent several years cooking in local restaurants and working as a secretary in her oldest daughter’s law firm. She enjoyed fishing and

wintering in Florida. She was an avid reader who always had a novel on her end table. She shared her love of birds with her children. She was a child of the Great Depression and took pride in being the only one of her siblings who graduated from high school

despite the odds.

Per Dorothy’s wishes, no services will be held.

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Genevieve Myers - November 01, 1939 - January 20, 2024

Departed: 01/20/2024 (Moravia)

Obituary Preview: Genevieve "Gen" Myers, 84 years old, passed away on January 20, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Catherine and Donald Ryan of McGraw. She graduated from McGraw High School and SUNY Cobleskill. Gen lived in Groton for several years, and then settled in Freeville before moving to the Elizabeth Brewster House in Homer.

In addition to her parents, Gen is predeceased by her beloved husband Charlie, and her sisters Phyllis Piedigrossi and Joyce Hall.

Gen is survived by her sister Sylvia Mitchell, her son Michael Jones (Marva), and her daughters Tammy Graham, Melanie Coombs (Scot) and Katrina Cavalli (Anthony), as well as her grandchildren—Jacob, Jason, Faith, Nichole, Desiree, Courtney, Cassandra Paige, Cody, Corey, Isabella and Grace—and several great grandchildren.

Gen worked for many years as a teacher's aide at the TST BOCES Smith School. She enjoyed sewing, baking, crafting, reading, camping and, most of all, spending time with her family.

She will be greatly missed by all who knew this loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend. Gen lived with multiple sclerosis for over 50 years. Donations may be made in her name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

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What is an obituary?

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Obituaries serve as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and community. They provide an opportunity to honor the deceased, celebrate their life, and offer support to those who are grieving.

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Can I include photos in an obituary?

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How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

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Can I write my own obituary in advance?

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A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only basic information like name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a longer, more detailed tribute that celebrates the person's life and accomplishments.

Can I include humor or personal anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries don't have to be somber or formal. Including humorous stories or personal anecdotes can help capture the person's spirit and make the tribute more engaging and relatable.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

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In some cases, yes. If there are errors or omissions in the original obituary, you may be able to request corrections or updates. However, this may not always be possible, especially if the publication has already gone to print.

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Sometimes yes, sometimes no. Check with the original publication or online platform for their policies on republishing obituaries. You may need permission from the original author or copyright holder.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or websites that specialize in genealogy research. Local libraries or historical societies may also have physical archives of old newspapers that contain obituaries.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

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Is it appropriate to share condolences on social media?

Yes! Sharing condolences on social media can be a thoughtful way to express sympathy and support for those who are grieving. Just be sure to keep your message respectful and concise.

How do I respond to condolences on social media?

A simple thank you or acknowledgement is usually sufficient when responding to condolences on social media. You can also use this opportunity to share additional memories or stories about your loved one.

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An online guestbook or condolence book provides a space for friends and family to leave messages of condolence, share memories, and offer support during a difficult time.

How long will an online obituary remain available?

This varies depending on the website or platform. Some may keep online obituaries available indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period (e.g., 30 days).

Can I save a copy of an online obituary?

Yes! You can usually save a copy of an online obituary as a PDF file or print it out for safekeeping. This can be a helpful way to preserve memories and create a keepsake.