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Judy A. Notebaert
Apr 11, 2025
Judy A. Notebaert, age 75, of Farmington, formerly of Willard passed away peacefully at home on April 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services. The family asks those that would like to make a contribution in her memory to kindly consider Beverly Animal Shelter, 50 East River Street, Waterloo, NY 13165.
Born...
Nelda J. MacDonald
Apr 10, 2025
Nelda J. MacDonald, age 82, of Romulus passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Geneva General Hospital.
In keeping with Nelda’s wishes there will be no formal services. A Celebration of her Life will be announced at a later date.
Nelda was born in Ithaca on November 13, 1942, a daughter of the late George and Hazel (Rosbaugh) VanVleet. She...
Dr. Dennis A. Dore
Mar 31, 2025
Dr. Dennis A. Dore, age 77, longtime local dentist and resident of Bower Road in Trumansburg, died peacefully at home on Monday afternoon, March 31, 2025. He was surrounded by a puppy-pile of his beloved wife Darrelle, family, friends, and all of his kitty cats, just as he would have wanted.
Dennis was born in Brooklyn on September 26, 1947, a...
Betty Jean Rogers
Mar 29, 2025
Betty Jean Rogers, age 96, of Ovid passed away at the Pathway Home surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
Services will be held privately for family. In lieu of flowers the family asks those that would like to make a contribution in Betty’s memory to kindly consider Pathway Home of the Finger Lakes, PO Box 516, Seneca Falls,...
Keith Tomkins
Mar 25, 2025
Carlton “Keith” Tomkins, age 87, lifetime resident of Route 336, died on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, following several months of deteriorating health.
The family will receive friends at Covert Funeral Home in Ovid from 2:00pm to 4:00pm on Thursday, April 3, 2025. A memorial will then be held at 4:00pm, led by Brian Tomkins. Kindly consider a donation in Keith’s memory...
John J. Hakes
Mar 16, 2025
John J. Hakes, age 62, resident of Ann Street, died at Strong Memorial Hospital on March 16, 2025, following a year long illness and extended rehabilitation and hospitalization.
John was born in Kenmore, NY on December 1, 1962, the son of the late Allen C. and JoRetha (nee Bates) Hakes. He had a lifelong history as a mechanic and handyman. John...
John E. Bates
Mar 15, 2025
John E. Bates Jr., passed away on March 15, 2025, at the age of 86 in Geneva, NY. John was born on August 1, 1938, in Arcadia, FL, the son of Edwin & Nellie (nee Deese) Bates. John led a life marked by dedication to both his profession and family.
John had a long and distinguished career as an estimator and...
Lawrence A. Reverby
Mar 13, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Lawrence A. Reverby, a true lover of life, who shuffled off this mortal coil on March 13, 2025, at the Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY, after an unexpected yet dramatic airlift to the hospital due to stroke symptoms. Born in May 22, 1944, to Milton Reverby and...
Glenn A. Bixby
Mar 6, 2025
Glenn A. Bixby age 63, passed away on March 6, 2025, at the home of his brother in Ovid, New York, following a tough struggle with cancer. Born on July 5, 1961, in Waterloo, he embodied the spirit of a free soul, dedicating his life to both work and play.
Glenn brought his skills to life as a carpenter and HVAC...
Robin N. Copley
Mar 4, 2025
Robin N. Copley, age 71, of Water Street in Ovid, passed away on March 4, 2025, at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca following a long-term struggle with cancer.
Born on March 25, 1953, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, a son of the late Frank and Bertha (nee Tesh) Copley. Robin spent many of his years as a resident of the Syracuse area,...
KelliJo Knittle
Mar 2, 2025
KelliJo Knittle, 59, a longtime resident of Geneva, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Strong Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family. Her passing was due to complications from an auto accident in January.
Born in Geneva on June 13, 1965, KelliJo was the daughter of Thomas J. and Beverly (Swick) Knittle. She dedicated her career to serving people with...
Charles A. Burroughs
Feb 27, 2025
Charles A. "Chuck" Burroughs, age 83, long-time resident of Shaw Road, passed away peacefully at his residence on February 27, 2025, following several years of declining health, and most recently with in-home hospice. Chuck was born in Seneca Falls on December 10, 1941, a son of the late Frank and Inez Burroughs and he proudly served in the United States...
Howard H. Hall Jr.
Feb 19, 2025
Howard H. Hall Jr., a cherished educator and talented craftsman, passed away on February 19, 2025, at the Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, following a brief hospitalization. Born on July 31, 1937, in Rochester, New York, a son of the late Howard H. and Elma (nee Byrne) Hall Sr. Howard led a life rich with achievements and devoted service to...
Alvin D. Deming
Feb 16, 2025
Alvin D. Deming, 72, a dedicated community member and respected fire protection specialist, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2025, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Born on December 10, 1952, in Endicott, NY, Alvin's life was a remarkable journey characterized by service, leadership, and commitment to fire safety.
Alvin began his working career at Willard Psychiatric Center and...
Jacob T. Webb
Feb 15, 2025
Jacob T. Webb, age 17, loving son, brother and friend was sadly taken far too soon. He was born on June 5, 2007 in Salisbury, Maryland and died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 15, 2025 from complications of lifelong medical condition
Jacob was very well known for his sharp wit, brutal honesty, and dark humor. There was never a time he didn’t...
Howard C. Wintermute
Feb 14, 2025
Howard C. "Butch" Wintermute, age 82, of Ovid passed away at home on February 14, 2025.
Born on December 20, 1942, in Waverly, New York, he was the son of Howard Wintermute Sr., Pauline (Ball), and Robert Wintermute. He honorably served in the United States Army as a paratrooper, a chapter of his life that he would never forget. Butch spent...
Elsie M. Spencer
Feb 6, 2025
Elsie M. Spencer of Auburn, formerly of Ovid passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 83. Born on January 21, 1942, in Seneca Falls, she embodied warmth and compassion throughout her life.
For many years, Elsie dedicated herself to being a home health care provider in the Ovid area. She was particularly...
Jeffrey W. Frey
Jan 30, 2025
LODI-Jeffrey W. Frey, age 63, longtime resident of Shaw Road, died suddenly and unexpectedly at his home on the evening of January 30, 2025.
Jeff was born in Rochester on May 31, 1961, and was the son of William and Nancy Frey. He graduated from Irondequoit High School and attended Monroe Community College where he was an all-American swimmer. He worked...
Shirley A. Beardslee
Jan 29, 2025
Interlaken, N.Y./Guntersville, Ala. - Shirley A. Beardslee, age 92, longtime resident of Hall's Corners Road, died in Guntersville, Ala. where she had been living for the past several years.Shirely was born in Locke, N.Y. on October 5, 1932, a daughter of the late Howard and Carrie Hagin (nee Swartout) McBride. While working side by side with her husband, Charles "Red",...
Ruth M. Lucas
Jan 27, 2025
Ruth M. Lucas of Interlaken passed away, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, January 27, 2025, at the age of 81.
Ruth was born in the South Bronx on February 17, 1943, a daughter of the late Walter and Ruth (nee Dunning) Lewis. Ruth grew up in humble beginnings in the tight-knit and once innocent community...
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