Age 75, of Watkins Glen, NY left us after a very long and hard fight with his cancers on Friday, May 6, 2022 at the Bampa's House in Corning. Nothing made her happier than a busy, loud, everyone should be here family gathering and it didnt matter the occasion; it could be a holiday, birthday or just because she thought it was time to get together. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of ones choice. Even if you werent a cat lover, Buddy would win you over with his personality (although he was pretty dominating). A memorial service will be held at Farm Hill United Methodist Church in Cantoment, FL. John couldnt have been prouder of the children they raised, but everyone knows it was the grandkids who stole his heart away. She is survived by her husband, John Sargent (Winter Springs, FL); sons, Andrew (Caitlin) Sargent (Jacksonville, FL) and Brian (Kimberly) Sargent (Orlando, FL); grandchildren, Caroline, Lily and Aiden; and siblings, Linda (Lee) Bradley, Newington, CT, Michael (Susan) Donnell, Hilton Head, SC, Timothy (Laurie) Donnell, Pittsford, NY, Carol (Robert) Tully, Deerfield Beach, FL, Barbara Donnell (John Doolittle), Watkins Glen, NY, and Mary Donnell (Eric Herminghausen), East Burke, VT. Condolences may be expressed in his obituary at www.RoyceChedzoy.com. Agriculture, EPISCOPAL CHURCHES Jean was an excellent mother, always devoted to her kids pursuits, making cookies for the classrooms for every birthday and holiday, attending almost all their sporting events and enjoying a boat ride with her husband and kids after almost every meal in the summer. He was predeceased by wife Valarie Schoffner, son Kenneth Schoffner, brother Robert Schoffner, and sisters Lizzy Stoddard and Doris Oliver. After he retired, he joined the Schuyler County Sheriffs department and served as a Sheriff Deputy for many years. Obituary: Laurie passed on Dec. 8, 2021. Friends and family may call from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 30 at the Link at St. Marys of the Lake Church, 905 Decatur St., Watkins Glen. She positively impacted faculty and students alike, developing cherished friendships with many colleagues, particularly Terriruth (TC) Carrier, Charles Tremper, and Dorcas MacDonald. Most notably, Brent selflessly served at Ground Zero for six months immediately following the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center. He was born in Elmira, NY on August 11, 1971, the son of the late Marsha Schwieger and Raymond Bellows. Arrangements are with the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, Watkins Glen. She is survived by her son, Kenneth C. Colburn II (Belinda); daughters, Schaun Lupo (Carl Sr.), Venesia Green (Scott), and Carlea Cooper Fernandes; brothers, Wayne (Florence) Voorheis and Melvin (Judy) Voorheis; sisters, Bonnie Covington and Sandra Christensen; brother-in-law Lee Newhart; sister-in-law Sharon Voorheis; 13 grandchildren, Jennifer Cooper (Chad), Ralph Lupo, Carl Lupo Jr., Doug Lupo, Maple Colburn, Brandon Green (Lauri), Kayli Green, Jordan Colburn, Sean Colburn, Hunter Colburn, Tyler Fernandes (Cassey), Samantha McDaniel (Cody), and Breann Fernandes; 12 great-grandchildren, Jason, Isabella, Christopher, Isaac, Michael, Blake, Paytynne, Carter, Mason, Saxon, Russell, and Liam; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She also worked as a waitress at Joes Diner. There will be a graveside service for Ted at Montour Cemetery, Mill St., Montour Falls that will be announced at a later date. Greeba loved watching her grandchildren participate in school activities. Her funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m., followed by burial in Lakeview Cemetery in Watkins Glen. He was born in Corning, NY on February 18, 1959 and graduated from Odessa-Montour Central School. He was born on May 14, 1938 in Suffern, NY to the late Thomas and Alma Grady (Sisco). Born on August 26, 1944, in Corning, NY, it didnt take long for the freedom and love of the 1960s to set her pace for the future. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com. A private graveside service with military honors will be held at the convenience of his family at Pleasant View Cemetery in Reading Center, NY. She is survived by her son, Ricky (Valerie) Norton, of Tulsa, OK; daughters, Michelle (Leo) Micale of North Attleborough, MA, Yvette (David) Schaeffer of Moyock, NC, Yvonne (Steve) Germain of Arizona, Suzette (Pete) Reginia of Georgia, Paula (Earl) Leonard of Beaver Dams, and Heather (Bruce) Merrill of Ohio; sister, Marjorie Reed of Maryland;17 grandchildren,especially grandson Earl Leonard Jr., to whom she was very close; and 15 great-grandchildren. She worked in the school cafeteria and at Guild Brothers Clothing Store in Montour Falls for 22 years. As per her wishes, no formal services will be held. Laura lived in Watkins Glen for many years before she moved to Hall in 2014. Obituary: Age 84, of Metter, GA, formerly of Rock Stream, NY, a member of the Metter United Methodist Church and a retired realtor, got her angel wings on January 5, 2022. His funeral will be held on Saturday, March 5 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. He liked being out in the woods and walking with his dogs in the fields. Jim served at the Salvation Army, and sponsored two girls through Children International, Jennifer Ogando Mateo, and World Vision, Marie Bruna Anteoine Desir. He was predeceased by his parents and sisters, Jane Briggs and Bonda Orso. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com. Ellen also is survived by her loving dog, Jada, who misses her terribly. To this day, her husband describes her as a true gift from God. Ruth was a wife, mother of five, and grandmother to many. She loved traveling to see Gary and his family in CA and going to Hawaii and Florida with her son, John. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Wise Personius, in 1978. He was predeceased by a daughter, Hayley Beth Ernhout, in 1989; niece, Elizabeth Miller, in 1996; sister-in-law, Susan Ernhout, in 2004, and brother-in-law, Mark Connell, in 2022. Box 137, Odessa, NY 14869. She was a fantastic knitter and also loved to crochet. Edward Anson Phoenix. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit: www.sinaimemorialchapelsinc.com, Obituary: Ken will be remembered for his dad jokes, pranks, card playing, and mechanical prowess. Obituary: Graduating from OMCS in 1972, she continued her education, earning an Associates Degree in Secretarial Science at Tompkins Community College. Funeral services will follow there at 2 p.m. with Father John DeSocio officiating. Age 65, of Burdett, NY, passed away on August 16, 2022. Click for today's Odessa File newspaper from Watkins Glen, New York. Whether it was a moving or standing target, his nephew Marty said, he was an excellent shot. At Odessa-Montour High School, she was a social butterfly and very active in sports and extracurricular activities, such as cheerleading and track and field. Her lasting legacy will be all of the countless baby blankets and, of course, dozens of Christmas stockings that she knitted for so many family and friends. She graduatedfrom WatkinsGlen High School and attended Jean Summers Business School. She was predeceased by her husband, Gordon Chapman, on October 21, 2005; brothers, John Masin and Mike Masin; and sisters, Linda Williammee and Dorothy Blanchard. From 1969 to 1979, Fr. Address: Carefirst, 3805 Meads Creek Road, Painted Post, NY 14870. Elizabeth spent her life embracing the things she loved which entailed raising and showing horses and sharing that passion with her children and grandchildren. Please consider making a donation in her memory to Bergen Countys United Way and Madeline Corporation, where contributions will be used to help develop affordable housing for individuals with developmental disabilities, domestic violence survivors, and the chronically homeless. Obituary: He was born on October 31, 1946, in St. Charles, Missouri and raised in Montour Falls, New York. She continued to work well past retirement at Famous Brands, where her co-workers lovingly called her "Patty Mac.". To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Frank Bassett, please visit the French Funeral Home Tree Store. He owned and operated Reynolds Logging & Lumber Company for 40 years until his retirement in 2012. Piper, Gabe, Lula, Alana, Kaden, Emberly, Brent and Garrett. She worked at Boynton Middle School as a Special Ed Teacher, then decided it was time to be an outstanding RN at Arnot-Ogden Medical Center. Virginia will rest alongside her husband in the Union Cemetery of Hector in Burdett, NY. Memorial donations may be made to the Schuyler Humane Society (SchuylerHumane.org) or St. Jude Childrens Hospital (StJude.org). She married John Sargent in July 1972 at the Alfred State University campus chapel. Shane Christopher Coats. She was predeceased by her father, Donald Lapish. Most recently, she spent a great deal of time and energy donating to the Barney Parker Sharing Shed. Greeba was a graduate of Dundee Central School. File by the Bishop & DeSanto (formerly Avoca) Funeral Home, Avoca. "For I will always like you Age 90, of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022. He was a member of the V-L-H Fire Department and former President, lifetime member of the Watkins Glen Elks Lodge, and a life member of the Myrtle-Jefferson Masonic Lodge. She was a feminist and abhorred racism. Those wishing to remember Nancy may consider a memorial donation to the Burdett Fire Department, PO Box 234, Burdett, NY 14818, or the Schuyler Humane Society, PO Box 427, Montour Falls, NY 14865. She was born on April 8, 1937 in Sayre, PA to the late Martin and Eileen (Cortright) Cook. Edward also had many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends he enjoyed visiting with at every opportunity. Obituary: She cared and loved her pets like they were her children. He was loved and will be missed by his family and friends. Jay was a Technology Teacher at the George Junior Republic School in Freeville, teaching grades 7-12. Following his retirement from education, Jim became interested in real estate. He was a man of strong faith, believing in the power and strength of Jesus Christ's love and the beauty and peace that would await him after his passing. Her mother would tell her not to ride with him, but she would whenever she got a chance. Jim Ennis was a man who would drop anything to be there for you when most needed. James is survived by his wife, Sue Minichello; five children, Dora Minichello of Florida, Robert (Adrienne) Minichello of Montour Falls, NY, Tammi Rhodes of Watkins Glen, Ross (Sarah) Searles of Beaver Dams, NY, and Scott Searles of Watkins Glen; sister, Annette Warden of Pennsylvania; several cousins; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Richard E. Huyler, Sr. and Dora M. Wright; son, Richard Huyler, III; sister, Laura Huyler; and stepmother, Jan Huyler. Age 59, of Beaver Dams, NY, passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2022. To leave the family a message of condolence, or to light a Candle of Remembrance, please visit www.haugheywoodzinger.com. Her heart could move mountains. He will be truly missed by all. Her message to others was to take in the beauty around you and love each other by rising above differences of opinion. At age 17, Frank enlisted in the United States Air Force. Age 72, of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2022. As a trustee he was instrumental as a member of the Joint Project Committee in the construction of a regional water treatment plant along the canal between Watkins and Montour Falls. Obituary: She was looking forward to the birth of Megans son, her first grandchild, and Elises wedding later this summer. Norman will be greatly missed by family and friends. Memories of Barb may be shared with family and friends at haugheywoodzinger.com. A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held in Montour Falls at a later date. She graduated from Mynderse Academy and enjoyed tumbling and cheerleading. They had two sons (twins),Andrew John Sargent and Brian Michael Sargent, born in 1979. She was generous to those in need. Many babies were the recipients of her handmade bunnies and baby quilts, and the garden she tended next to her home was the source of delicious meals during the beautiful Seneca Lake summers. She was born in Montour Falls, NY on July 8, 1937, the daughter of the late Claude and Marion Caslin, and graduated from Watkins Glen Central School. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Patricia Besley, please visit Tribute Store. Obituary: He was predeceased by his maternal grandmother, RoseMarie Kendrick, and his mother-in-law, Mary Lou Van Buren. Not many people in the world love Chevy trucks or Buicks as much, or know as much about them, as John Payne. He was, in his own words, a jack of all trades, master of none. Brian was always willing to help anyone and had worked since 1980. John honorably served in the U.S. Army and was a life member of the Elks Lodge in Watkins Glen, and served as Past Exalted Ruler. She always had a way of solving anything and everything. After graduating from Watkins Glen High School, he enlisted in the United States Army. Susan spent her last years at Bethany Village and Cayuga Ridge Nursing facility suffering from early onset dementia. Champion, Harley and Suzanne Johnson, Richard and Caryl Bush, and George Bush; stepson Craig Gallow; and granddaughter Allison Gallow. Age 79, of Montour Falls, NY, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at Schuyler Hospital. He built, restored, and piloted a number of small airplanes. There she worked in health care and retired after 15 years of doing medical billing for Intercoastal Medical Group. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Watkins Glen. She is survived by her brothers, Steven and Curtis VanSkiver; daughters, Tamarynde Cacciotti and Lysette Miller, and 2 grandchildren. Rick was active in and a founding member of the Hector-Area Lions Club. Linda retired after over 20 years with Walmart. He was born in Willimantic, CT on June 2, 1932, the son of the late Wallace and Bessie (Frink) Hilliard. He was 96 years old. From Jean Wilcox, Jacqueline (Fred) Lowe of Rodman, NY, Joanne (Randy) Lavere of Zephyrhills, FL, Jeanine (Arnie) Ebdon of Lake Wales, FL, Joyce (Jim) Jennings of Adams, NY, and Robin (Al) Hahn of Charleston, WV. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit vedderscottzinger.com. She was an excellent seamstress and the best pie baker in the family. 1943-2022 and 1935-2022. He served with the U.S. Army from 1957-1959. He is survived by his two sons, Robert Jr. and Louis LaTorre; three grandchildren, Joseph, Katrina and Ryan; and by his caregiver, Kim Latorre. He was predeceased by his parents, his uncles, Teddy Combs, Glenn (Ruth) Combs, and cousin Joel (Cheryl) Combs. Ron 'Thumbsy' Ayers. In addition to her children, she is survived by her parents, Rose (Forker) Ripley and Vern Voorhees, who has considered it an honor to call her their daughter; her ex-husband and friend, Chris Peters; his son, Matthew and his family; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, too many to count. She was born in Elmira, NY on August 22, 1944 to the late George and Jane (Baker) Cunningham. You may leave a memory of Joyce in her obituary at www.RoyceChedzoy.com. This big extended family was everything to her. Thomas Frances Elliott, C.S.C., 82 -- brother of Marianne Morin of Watkins Glen, NY -- died at Holy Cross House, Notre Dame, Ind. Jake enjoyed fishing and cooking. He enjoyed many activities with his wife Sue, such as bowling, hunting, fishing, bird watching, snowmobiling and square dance clubs. His heart truly never left Watkins Glen and his beloved Seneca Lake. You may share a memory of John with his family and friends by visiting his obituary at www.RoyceChedzoy.com. Contributions may be made in Jims memory to the Southern Tier Animal Control, 2897 Westinghouse Rd., Horseheads, NY 14845. He was predeceased by his parents and two brothers, Robert White and Andrew White. For a short time, she picked grapes in the vineyards along the Seneca Lake she so loved. He was a lifelong resident of Odessa, graduating from Odessa-Montour Central School in 1970 and Alfred State College in 1972. Age 81, of Green Valley, Arizona, passed away on March 17, 2022. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Montour Falls Fire Department, 111 Lee St., Montour Falls, NY 14865 or the Odessa Fire Department, 300 Main St., Odessa, NY 14869. 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