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Hubert Simmons
Hume (Herbie), 85, of Edmeston died peacefully at his
home on December 19, 2004 after a short illness.
He was born in Pittsfield on August 15, 1919 the son of
Hugh and Blanche (Keith) Hume. He married Ann Marie
Benson on November 11, 1944 at St. Andrews Church in New
Berlin. They have lived in the same home for sixty
years.
Herbie was a people person, enjoying his family and
being with his many special friends. He attended
Edmeston Central School and in his teens he worked on
the schools’ addition, which was done in the late
1930’s. After high school he hauled milk to the Edmeston
and Fly Creek Creameries, and was also a logger.
He had several great loves; country music, driving the
school bus for ECS, John Deere Tractors, and Christmas.
Herbie played guitar, and was a singer and square dance
caller with the “Ernie Russ and his Orchestra” and later
“The Old Favorites”. He continued this, at house parties
with his many friends until his illness. Herbie was also
a lifetime member of the Musician Union, Oneonta. Mowing
lawns in and around Edmeston was a special time for him
with his John Deere, and his home at Christmas was an
array of lights of which he was proud.
Herbie is survived by his wife Ann; his children and
their spouses Dennis and E. Mary Hume of Mt. Vision,
Carol and Skip Scanlon of West Exeter, and Bruce Hume of
Edmeston; his grandchildren Kimberly Baker and Dave,
Shawn Berberick and Erica, Robert and Cisco Piersma,
Brian Piersma and Teresa, Roger and Ginger Hume, and
Michael Hume; great grandchildren Keith, Codi, Kevin,
Taylor, Amber, Daniel, Zachary, David, Geoff, Kody,
Ashley, Bradley, Pashents, and Jay; his sister and
brother-in-law Wilma and Aage Holk of Frankfort; his
sister-in-laws Gladys Austin, Grace Gustafson both of
Norwich, and Betty Hume of Lyons; his brother in law and
Ann’s twin Bruno Benson of New Berlin; and numerous
nieces, nephews, and cousins.
An infant son Edward; his three brothers, his twin
Harold, Donald, and Roger Hume predeceased Herbie.
The family would like to thank all of Dad’s friends and
family for their calls, best wishes, visits, and
prayers. Also Catskill Area Hospice especially Amy C.,
Amanda, Amy B., and Danielle for their professionalism
and caring responses to Herbies needs and ours. All of
you have touched our lives as well as his. And Dad, our
precious and beautiful memories of you will soothe our
hearts. There could never be a more wonderful husband,
Dad, Grampa, and friend to us all. We are grateful to
God giving you to us..
Funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday
December 22, 2004 at the Second Baptist Church, Edmeston
with Rev. Jay Noll officiating. Calling hours will be
held on Tuesday, December 21, 2004 from 2-4 and from 7-9
at the Houk-Johston Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Contributions may be made in Herbie’s memory to the
Catskill Area Hospice or the Second Baptist Church,
Edmeston. Envelopes will be available at the funeral
home.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Helen E. Mayne, 95, of Burlington Flats went home to the
Lord Thursday December 9, 2004 at MIB in Cooperstown.
She was born March 1, 1909 in Edmeston, the daughter of
Fred H. and Nettie (Burton) Nichols. She married Lowell
Fitch Mayne on August 20, 1928 in West Exeter. He
predeceased her on May 26, 1984.
Helen attended the Burlington Flats United Methodist
Church, the United Methodist Church Women, the Home
Bureau, the Farm Bureau, and the Grange. Helen was
always active; she raised Dachshund puppies, hooked
rugs, and was well known for her Wedding and Birthday
cakes. For the past several years she resided at Chase
Nursing Home in New Berlin where she was always dressed
and ready to go. She was especially fond of their
activities center.
Her children and their spouses Herbert and Esther Mayne,
Dawn Hull, Anne and Richard Weiss; ten grandchildren,
and eighteen great grandchildren; and her in-law Irene
Welch, survive Helen.
Helen was predeceased by her great grandson Paul Prill,
her brother Henry Nichols, two sisters Eva Crandell and
Susie Harrington; and her In-laws Kenneth H. Mayne,
Lilah Tice, Norma Dougherty and her
son-in-law Gerald Hull.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday December 13,
2004 at 2:00 PM at the Burlington Flats Baptist Church
with Pastor Jay Henderson officiating. Calling hours
will be from Noon till 2:00 prior to the service on
Monday.
Contributions may be made in Helen’s name to Chase
Nursing Home Activities fund.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Lanor Schworm, 87, of Edmeston died peacefully Thursday, December 9, 2004 with
her family by her side.
She was born August 30, 1917 in Sherburne, the daughter of Albert and Ethel
(Thompson) Collins. She married Robert H. Schworm on October 19, 1941
Lanor’s first employment was at the Otsego School under
the direction of Florence Chesebrough. Later Lanor
opened her home to foster children, and also started a
Day Care Center. In many ways she raised a good number
of Edmeston’s children. Lanor along with her husband
Robert operated the family farm, which is still in
operation today.
Lanor is survived by her husband Robert; her children
and significant others Norman R. Schworm and Cathy
Jacubowski, Joyce M. and Don Van Wagner, Stella J.
Schworm and Paul Jensen, Robert A. Schworm and Ann
McCoy; six grandchildren Michelle and Joe Von Dauber,
Valeri and Charles Mowers, Eric Jensen, Lisa Jensen,
Kaylee Schworm, and Brianna Schworm; two-step
grandchildren Heather and Alyssa McCoy; two great
grandchildren Sophia and Ellie Von Dauber; her half
sister Sue Wightman, and her half brother Bernard
Lamphere; her brother – in- laws Leon Schworm, Earl and
Lavohn Schworm. Her brother Albert Collins predeceased
Lanor.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday December 11,
2004 at 11:00 AM at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral
Home, Edmeston with Rev. Jay Noll officiating. Calling
hours will be held on Friday December 10, 2004 from 5-7
PM.
Interment will follow the funeral service at Edmeston
Union Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in Lanor’s memory to the
Edmeston Emergency Squad; envelopes will be available at
the funeral home.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Michelle L.
Stanton, 31, of Whitmore Lake and formerly of Edmeston
died suddenly December 6, 2004.
She was born December 16, 1972 in Cooperstown, the
daughter of Richard F. Stanton and Vicky Itzen.
Michelle graduated from the University of Florida. She
was currently employed as a research chemist at Caymen
Chemical in Whitmore Lake.
Her daughter Brianna of Michigan; her special friend
Dana Sanford of Michigan; her father Richard of
Edmeston; her mother Vicky of Lewisville, Texas; and her
sister Christi of Florida survive Michelle.
Michelle’s funeral service will be held on Monday
December 13, 2004 at 11:00 am at the Houk-Johnston-Terry
Funeral Home, Edmeston with Rev. Jay Noll officiating.
Interment will follow at Edmeston Union Cemetery.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Floyd D.
Maine, 80, of Edmeston died peacefully at home with his
family by his side on Tuesday November 2, 2004.
He was born July 3, 1924 in Plainfield, the son of
Archibald and Mary (Metot) Maine. He married Georgette
Pickering on July29, 1946.
Floyd was a member of the Burlington Flats Baptist
Church. He retired from Remington Arms in 1985 after
twenty-five years of service. He served his country from
1943- 1945 in the Army Air Corp. Floyd had a wonderful
fulfilling life. He was a devoted family man encircling
his wife, children, grandchildren, and great
grandchildren with his love and sense of humor. He was
an avid hunter and fisherman; and was also well known
for his love of BBQ – chicken.
Floyd is survived by his wife Georgette; his children
and their spouses Sandra Pressley, Barbara and Alby
Talbot, Judith and Ken Capparelli, Jack and Lorraine
Maine, David and Jeanne Maine, 10 grandchildren and 16
great-grandchildren, his brothers and sisters Ernest and
Leona Maine, Naomi Landphere, Mabel and Leon Crouch and
May Pritchard; and numerous nieces, nephews, and
cousins. Floyd was predeceased by his brothers, Elton,
Vernie, and Ivan and his sisters, Celia Pritchard and
Myrtle Landphere..
Funeral services for Floyd will be held at 10AM,
Thursday, November 4, 2004 at the First Baptist Church
of Burlington Flats with Pastor Jay Henderson
officiating. Burial will follow at Edmeston Union
Cemetery. Calling hours for Floyd will be held from
5-8PM, Wednesday, November 3, 2004 at the Houk-Johnston-Terry
Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Those who wish may make contributions in memory of Floyd
to the Catskill Area Hospice; envelopes available at the
funeral home.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Arthur W. Peter, 76, of Burlington Flats passed
away Saturday, October 23, 2004 at the M.I. Bassett
Hospital in Cooperstown. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on
July 4, 1928 the son of Robert and Annie Florence (West)
Peter. On October 9, 1948 he married Lorraine Brown, who
survives.
Arthur served his country as a Merchant Marine seaman,
and in the Army Air Corps. and the U.S. Air Force. He
served in the Pacific near the end of WWII and in Korea.
He was retired from Utica Corp. as a journeyman
maintenance machinist and member of Machinist Union
#1501. He had also served as municipal court justice of
the Town of Burlington for many years. He enjoyed
woodworking, bird watching and feeding and at one time,
golf and fishing. He will be most remembered for his
love of children and especially his grandchildren who
held a special place in his heart.
In addition to his wife Lorraine, Arthur is survived by
his children; Deborah Peter, Theresa and Bill Cursh and
Tracy and Wayne Smith and his special chosen children;
Michael Koch and Pam Benjamin, his grandchildren; Kara
Peter, Andrea Cursh, Courtney Smith, Ethan Peter-Smith
and Marshall Smith, his sisters; Laura Bennett of Oneida
and Florence and George Robinson of Oneida and many
nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Arthur
was predeceased by an infant son.
Graveside funeral Services with military honors for
Arthur will be held at 1PM, Tuesday, October 26, 2004 at
Burlington Flats Cemetery with Rev. William Highfield
officiating. There will be no public calling hours.
Those who wish may make contributions in Arthur’s memory
to the ACCCY (P.O. Box 107, Edmeston, NY 13335) or to
the charity of ones choice.
Funeral arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral
Home, Edmeston, NY
Robert B. McGregor, 56, of Edmeston died peacefully at
home on Wednesday October 6, 2004 with his wife and son
at his side.
He was born October 6, 1948 in Margaretville, the son of
Richard and Beryl W. (Sprague) McGregor. He married
Bette (Fredenburgh) Waller on May 21, 1983.
Robert enjoyed a very various career from logging to
working at the Stamford Ski Resort as a lift attendant.
He was an excellent handyman who enjoyed tinkering with
anything that needed attention. Robert had previously
been active in the Rod & Fish Club in Maryland, and the
Boy Scouts of America.
Robert is survived by his wife Bette; his son Juston;
his step-son Duane Waller and wife Lindi; his grand
daughter Theresa Waller; his brother Dale McGregor and
wife Brenda; his sisters Gail Merwin and husband John,
Laberta Mattice, and Deloris Dehni and husband Nurittin;
and numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at Stamford Cemetery on
Saturday October 9, 2004 at 11:00 with Pastor Mudge
officiating.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Herb Card, of Edmeston, went home to the Lord on
Sunday September 19, 2004.
He was born April 5, 1919 in New Lisbon, the son of Rene
and Catherine (Carlton) Card.
Herb was a member of the Second Baptist Church, Edmeston
where he also had previously served as a Deacon.
During WWII he served in the 179th Artillery under the command of General
Patton.
Herb was a participant in life serving his community as a 4-H leader, as a mason
in the Phoebus Lodge # 82 and the Trinity Eastern Star in New Berlin, the
Wharton Valley American Legion Post #1311, and the Edmeston Grange #991. He
retired from Kraft Foods in New Berlin over thirty years ago.
Traditionally, Herb provided cut flowers from his garden
each Sunday for the Second Baptist Church. He also
enlisted the help of his grandchildren to aid him in the
tending of his and his wife Rena’s garden, planting
hundred’s of gladiolas.
Herb is survived by his daughter-in-laws Linda Price and
Carol Lawrence; his grandchildren Regina Card, Fawn
Mumbulo, Melissa Frisbee, and Chad Card; six great
grandchildren; his brother and spouse Warren and Myrtle
Card; his uncle Vivian Card; and numerous nieces,
nephews, and cousins.
His wife Rena Card, his son Ernest Card, and his special
friend Theda Gibson predeceased him.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday September 27,
2004 at 11:00 AM at the Second Baptist Church with Rev.
Jay Noll Officiating. Herb’s family will be receiving
friends from 10:00 AM till 11:00 AM prior to the
service.
Donations may be made in Herb’s memory to either the
Second Baptist Church or the Phoebus Lodge #82.
Dorothy M.
Dutcher, 86, died peacefully Friday, August 13, 2004
at Chase Nursing Home in New Berlin.
She was born May 26, 1918 in Utica, the daughter of
Lawrence and Mary Alice (Perry) Watkins. She married
Stewart Dutcher on August 3, 1941. He predeceased her on
July 4, 1964.
Dorothy is survived by her son and daughter-in-law
Russell and Jean Dutcher of Burlington Flats; her two
grandchildren Neil and Travis Dutcher; and her sisters
Irene Dupont, and Elizabeth Williams. Her brother Allan
Watkins predeceased Dorothy.
A Graveside service will be held on Monday August 16,
2004 at 10:30 at the Unadilla Forks Cemetery, Unadilla
Forks.
Donations may be made in Dorothy’s memory to the
Leonardsville Fire Department.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Beulah I.
Osborn, 83, died Monday August 9, 2004 at her home
in Oxford.
She was born June 15, 1921, in Hartwick, the daughter of
Willard and Ella (Southworth) McLean. She married Alfred
Osborn October 29, 1939. He predeceased her on July 4,
1970.
Beulah was a very enterprising and independent woman.
Her first priority was her family, and then her church.
She was a member of Saint John’s Lutheran Church in
Burlington Flats, where she had served as secretary for
many years. She was instrumental and one of the founding
members who helped build Saint John’s. Beulah had a
delightful sense of humor and enjoyed being able to pull
off a well-designed joke. It was a trait that was also
enjoyed by the residents and staff at the Veterans Home
in Oxford
From 1970 – 1979 she was a family care provider in her
home in Burlington Flats. She enjoyed her flower garden,
fishing, country music, dancing, canning, traveling, and
the NY Yankees.
Beulah is survived by her children and their spouses
Dawn Schidzick, Patti and Clifford Fitch, Elsie and
Jerry Wells, and Marshall and Norma Osborn; fifteen
grandchildren; thirty great grandchildren; two great
great grandchildren; her sisters Columbine O’Blake,
Marjorie Snyder, Betty Crockford, Alberta Eastman, and
Edna Ruland.
She was predeceased by her siblings Nelson McLean,
Kenneth McLean, Lyle (Pete) McLean, Clyde (Chub) McLean,
Norman (White) McLean, Arnold (Cork) McLean, Leonard (Peonie)
McLean, Wanda Stewart, Gladys Scrivener, Albeama
Gabroshik, and Erma Hughes.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, August 13, 2004
at 11:00 am at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston with Rev. Paul Messner and Bruce Hecker
officiating. Calling hours will be held on Thursday,
August 12, 2004 from 7-9 pm at the funeral home.
Interment will follow the service at Hartwick Cemetery,
Hartwick.
Donation may be made in Beulah’s memory to either Saint
John’s Lutheran Church or the American Alzheimer’s
Association.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Benjamin Saporito, 69, of Edmeston died Thursday
August 5, 2004.
He was born on November 4, 1934 in Orange, NJ, the son
of Andrew and Alice (Holmes) Saporito. He married Janet
Skwirut September 15, 1990.
Ben retired as Police Lieutenant from the Orange Police
Department in New Jersey and had relocated to Edmeston
in 1995. Ben was a member of the PBA, the Shar-Pei Club
of America, and was a past member of the Blue Knights.
His wife Janet; his children Mary Alice Saporito, Laura
Molinari, Diane Saporito, and Dolores Saporito; and his
grand daughter Christina Molinari survive Ben.
A memorial service to honor Ben’s life will be held on
Sunday August 8, 2004 at 2:00 PM at the Houk-Johnston-Terry
Funeral Home, Edmeston with Father John Burns
officiating.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Charles
R. Miller, 78, was called home by the Lord on July 28,
2004 at Murfreesboro Hospital, Tenn. His devoted wife
Mary was at his side.
Charles was born November 30, 1925 in Hamilton, the son
of William Arthur and Blanche May (Burroughs) Miller. He
was united in marriage to Mary Parker on May 27, 1944 at
the Edmeston Baptist parsonage.
Upon retirement from the Edmeston Hwy. Department, where
he had served as Hwy. Superintendent, both he and Mary
started traveling across the United States. They later
settled in Murfreesboro, Tenn. being affiliated with The
Sword of the Lord. He and Mary continued to be active
church members of the Franklin Road Baptist Church,
enjoying the bible together. Charles was a past member
of the Edmeston Fire Department serving in the position
of Fire Police.
Charles is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary: his
children and their spouses Ruth Anne and Royce Hill of
Edmeston, Timothy A. and Nazan Miller of South Dakota;
seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and his
siblings Clara Green of Edmeston, Jesse A. and Millie
Miller of Minn., and Henry F. and Betty Miller of
Verona; and one uncle Hildreth Burroughs of Vernon; and
several nieces, nephews and cousins.
His son Allen R. Miller, his grandson Thomas Hill, his
brother Wayne Miller, and his sister Caroline Fuller
predeceased Charles.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2004
at 10:30 am at the Berean Baptist Church in New Berlin,
with Pastor Gary Foltz officiating. Interment will
follow at Unadilla Forks Cemetery, Unadilla Forks.
Calling hours are Monday August 2, 2004 from 4-6 at the
Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Claire A. Posh,
85, formerly of Burlington, died Thursday, July 29, 2004
at the Meadows. She was born August 22, 1918 in New York
City, the daughter of Joseph V. and Matilda (Karenberg)
Mortimer. Claire was married to Walter J. Posh, who
predeceased her in 1978.
Claire was a carefree and fun loving person with many
friends. She was an avid artist, enjoying all forms of
art, especially painting and sketching. Claire was also
a great lover of animals.
Claire is survived by her son and daughter in law, John
and Rosa Posh of Burlington, her grandchildren, John
Posh Jr. and Christina Posh-Strain and her great
grandson, Scott John Strain. In addition to her husband,
Claire was predeceased by her brother, Capt. Joseph F.
Mortimer, United States Army, killed in action in the
Pacific during World War II.
Funeral services for Claire will be held Saturday, July
31, 2004 at 12 noon at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral
Home with Rev. Fred Albrecht officiating. Calling hours
will be from 10AM Saturday until service time at the
funeral home. Interment will follow at Butternut
Valley Brick School House Cemetery in Garrattsville. Those who wish may make contributions in
Claire’s memory to the Susquehanna SPCA, 4841 State
Highway 28, Cooperstown, NY 13326.
Funeral arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral
Home, Edmeston.
A Memorial Service for Annie Whitaker Ludington will be held
on Saturday July 3, 2004 at 2:00 PM at the United Methodist
Church in Edmeston with Rev. Fred Albrecht officiating.
Interment will be at Edmeston Union Cemetery. A luncheon will
follow at the Sherwood’s, Annie’s previous home.
Annie is survived by her husband Ralph E. Ludington; her
special nephews and their spouses James Turner, and Robin and
Hilda Turner; her sister Wanita Lewis and her husband Don; her
sisters
Helen Greene and Mildred (Mimi) Lehman; and many
nieces, nephews, and cousins. Memorial donations
may be made in her memory to either the Edmeston United
Methodist Church or the Edmeston Emergency Squad.
Funeral arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Elaine R. Rundle, 81, of Edmeston died peacefully
Friday June 25, 2004 at Chase Memorial Nursing Home in New
Berlin. She was born July 9, 1922 in Hartwick, the
daughter of Fredrick and Beulah (Tuller) Morris. She married
Milford W. Rundle on July 23, 1940 in Laurens. He predeceased
her on July 1, 1998. Elaine and her husband Milford
spent over 50 years together running the family dairy farm in
Edmeston.
They were members of the Fly Creek Valley Grange. She
was a very sincere woman, who had a smile to greet you
and make you feel at home. She was loved and honored by
her husband, children, grandchildren, sisters, brothers,
and family. Both Milford and Elaine developed a close
group of friends through Square Dancing. She
loved to fish, crochet, and was very proud that she had
traveled most of the states in the USA. Elaine is
survived by her children M. Jerome and Jeannette Rundle of
Florida, Michael David Rundle and his companion Vicki Deming
of Edmeston, and Doreen E. and Michael Wilson of Otego; six
grandchildren; six great grandchildren, her niece Effie
Ainslie; and her sister Marion Bowen. Her dog, Molly and Cat,
Randy will miss her. Nine brothers and sisters
predeceased Elaine.
Funeral services and committal will be private.
Interment will be at Hartwick Cemetery. Contributions may be
made in Elaine’s memory to the Edmeston Emergency Squad or the
Susquehanna SPCA.
Funeral arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston
Edwin C. Colburn, 70, of Garrattsville died Wednesday,
May 26, 2004 at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown.
He was born July 21, 1933 in Garrattsville, the son of Howard
A. and Pearl Mary (Hickling) Colburn. He married Beverly
Welton-Turner on November 24, 2000.
Edwin served as a foundation for his family. One of thirteen
children, he practiced the philosophy of hard work. Edwin
owned and operated his dairy farm, and had been employed by
the Town of New Lisbon. He also delegated his free time to
volunteer for the Garrattsville Fire Department, was Vice
President of the Brick School House Cemetery Association, and
a member of the Garrattsville United Methodist Church.
Edwin and Beverly enjoyed traveling and experiencing Vegas,
Atlantic City, Niagara Falls, Fox Wood and Turning Stone.
As a sports fan he spent many a summer evening watching the
Oneonta Tigers. Edwin savored nature and was especially fond
of his cat, Ralph. However, his most enjoyable time was spent
with his grandchildren – they were the icing of his life.
Edwin is survived by his loving and soul mate wife, Beverly;
his children and their spouses, Edwin C. Colburn Jr. and
Pamela, Louis H. Colburn and Melanie; his stepchildren, Dawn
Goodspeed and Jeff, Dean Turner, Robert Wells and Charlene,
Donna Ferguson and Rick, David Wells, and Dennis Wells; 17
grandchildren, Travis, Bridgette and Jennifer Colburn, Tommy
Goodspeed, Scott, Rachael and Sarah Turner, Kristie and Monica
Wells, David Wells Jr., Amber, Nathan, Brian, Sarah and Denise
Wells, Daniel Wells Jr., and Angela Wells; his siblings Ruth
Miller, Donald Colburn, Wanda Tiffany, Margaret Crumb, Sally
Pickens and her husband, Bud, Jone Lum and her husband ,
Elmer, and Patty Maher; his sisters-in-laws, Josephine
Colburn, Darlene Colburn, and Beth and Ken White; his father
and mother-in law, Charles and Marion Welton; his
brother-in-law Avid and Dedra Welton; and numerous nieces,
nephews, and cousins. Edwin was predeceased by his brothers:
Cecil Colburn, Fay Colburn, Kenneth Colburn, and Howard
Colburn Jr.; his sister Betty Walitywski; and his step-son
Daniel Wells. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May
30, 2004, at 2 pm at the Brick School House Cemetery,
Garrattsville, with the Rev. Fred Albrecht officiating.
Contributions may be made in Edwin’s memory to the American
Heart Association, the American Lung Association, or the
Garrattsville Emergency Squad. Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry
Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Elizabeth (Betty) Ward passed away peacefully Wednesday
May 12, 2004 at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown.
She was born August 14, 1928 in Yonkers, the daughter of John
and Elizabeth (Hutira) Sterusky. She married Milton D. Ward on
June 18, 1947 at the Lutheran Church in Little Falls. He
predeceased her on January 29, 1998. Betty retired from NYCM
Insurance Company in Edmeston after many devoted years of
service. Her first employment was at Otsego School, West
Street, Edmeston. After her marriage to Milton, she became a
lifelong dairy farmer. Betty and Milton enjoyed traveling
during their retirement years and celebrated their 50th
anniversary with a trip to Alaska.
In her early years, she was an active member of the Edmeston
Home Bureau and later the Edmeston Hobby Club. Most recently,
Betty doted on her dog, Jodi, and her cats: Inky, and Mew-Mew.
Betty is survived by her children and their spouses, Connie
and Henry Gregory, Brian and Dalynn Ward, and Laurie and Lenny
Melillo; eight grandchildren, Shad Gregory and his companion
Kendra Chapman, Seth Gregory and his companion Jennie Terrill,
Christopher Ward, Kelly Ward and her fiancé, Thomas Moyer,
Rochelle Loomis, Megan Moore and her companion Preston Bryant,
Kyle Moore and his companion, Courtney Weir, and Cory Moore;
great grandchildren Ashley Ward, Madison Bryant and Derek
Moore; her sister Millie Merrifield and her husband Frank; and
her recent caregivers Bonnie, Charlotte, Theresa, Blanche, and
Sue. Funeral services will be held on Saturday May
15,2004 at 2 pm at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston with Pastor Jay Henderson officiating. Calling hours
will be from noon until 2 pm before the service on Saturday.
Interment will follow at Edmeston Union Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in Betty’s memory to either Saint
John’s Lutheran Church or the Edmeston Emergency Squad.
Funeral arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston
Carl F. Schhidzick, 71, of Edmeston died at his home on
Saturday afternoon, April 24, 2004 with his family by his
side. Carl is survived by his wife, Dawn (Osborn) and his
children and their spouses; Elizabeth and Ken Brunelle, Diane
Wienclawski, Christa and Richard Whiteman and Brian Schidzick.
Funeral services for Carl will be held on Tuesday, April 27,
2004 at 11AM at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home with Rev.
Paul Messner officiating. Interment will be private. Calling
hours for Carl will be held at the funeral home from 7-9PM,
Monday, April 26, 2004 with a Fireman’s Service to be held at
8PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Catskill
Area Hospice, Edmeston Fire Department or the Edmeston
Emergency Squad. Envelopes will be available at the funeral
home. Funeral Arrangements are with Houk-Johnston-Terry
Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Winifred W. Parker, 92, of Edmeston, died Friday April
23, at Chase Memorial Nursing Home in New Berlin. She
was born March 23, 1912, in Northfield, the daughter of Evan
E. and Cepha (Hall) Wilcox. She married Donald Dorr Parker on
August 17, 1933 in Sherburne. He predeceased her on October
11, 1990.
Winnie was a retired teacher. She was a member of the Saint
Andre’s Episcopal Church in New Berlin, the DAR, Edmeston
Senior Citizens, and the Friendly Neighbors Club. Winnie was a
very caring person who offered her smile and comfort to many.
She was greatly loved by her children and their families.
Her children Alice Quintin and John Parker; nine
grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; her sister Ruth
Dowie; and numerous nieces, nephews survive Winifred. A
memorial service for Winifred will be at 3 pm on Sunday, April
25, 2004 at Saint Andrew’s Church in New Berlin with Father
Charles Taylor officiating.
In honor and memory of her hospitality, a buffet will follow
the service at Saint Andrew’s Church. Contributions may
be made in Winifred’s memory to either the Edmeston Fire
Department or the Edmeston Emergency Squad. Funeral
arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Francis H. Burch, 83, of Leonardsville, died Wednesday
April 21, at Flots Nursing Home in Herkimer. He was born
January 27, 1921 in Brookfield, the son of Paul and Mae (Freiberger)
Burch. He married Ann Bacorn September 15, 1949; she
predeceased him on August 11, 1986. Francis retired from
Chicago Pneumatic where he had been employed as a machinist.
He had a very inquisitive mind which kept him busy tinkering
around the house and with cars. He enjoyed cartoons and
chocolate; and loved his wife Ann, daughter Bonnie, and the
family cat, Sam.
Funeral services were held on Saturday April 24, 2004 at 11 am
t the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston with Rev.
Stephen Reese officiating.
Interment with Military Honors followed at Unadilla Forks
Cemetery.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
John William O’Callaghan, 59, of Pathfinder Village,
died April 13, 2004 at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in
Cooperstown. He was born August 19, 1944 in New York City, the
son of Harold and Julia (Sichel) O’Callaghan. A memorial
service was held a Pathfinder Village at the Morgan-Jackson
All Faiths Chapel. Funeral arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry
Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Phillip DiGasbarro, 71, of Pittsfield and formerly of
Garrison, NY died peacefully at home with his family by his
side on Thursday, March 25, 2004. He was born March 12, 1933
in Highland Falls, the son of Pasquale and Juliet (Tomasi)
DiGasbarro. He married Miriam A. Osberg on June 21, 1958 in
Jenkintown, PA. She predeceased him on May 23, 2000.
Phillip was an avid golfer and member of the Leatherstocking
Golf Course in Cooperstown and had served as president of the
Highland Country Club in Garrison, NY. More importantly he was
a devoted father, grandfather, family man and friend. A
graduate of Alfred University, Phillip also served in the
United States Army with the 3rd Armored Division as a military
police officer. Phillip enjoyed gardening or all types by
especially enjoyed his vegetable gardens.
Phillip is survived by his children and their spouses; Peter
and Karen DiGasbarro of St. Louis, MO., Vicki and Tim Johnson
of Edmeston, Michele and Bill Couperthwait of Otsego, and Lisa
and Rick Hausman of Haymarket, VA.; his grandchildren,
Christina, Phillip, and Diana DiGasbarro, Alex, Susanna, and
Catherine Johnson, Matthew, Ryan, and Logan Hausman, and
Madison Couperthwait. In addition, Phillip is survived by his
brother Pat DiGasbarro and his sister-in-law and her husband
Jeanne and Al McDevitt, his sister-in-law, Karin Osberg, and
his mother-in-law Adeline Osberg, and many special nieces and
nephews. Funeral services will be held on Monday March
29, 2004 at 11 am at St. Andrews Episcopal Church in New
Berlin with Father Charles Taylor officiating. Burial with
Military Honors will by in the spring at St. Andrews Cemetery.
Calling hours are Sunday March 28, 2004 from 3-6 pm at the
Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Contributions may be made in Phillip’s memory to Catskill Area
Hospice and envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Roger H. Decker, 70, of West Winfield, died Friday,
March 19, 2004 at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in
Cooperstown. He was born June 5, 1933 in Edmeston, the
son of Irving and Edna (Matteson) Decker. He married Helen M.
Davis August 11, 1956 in Leonardsville, she predeceased him on
March 10, 2002. Roger then married Lois Davis on March 16,
2003 at Faith Chapel in Bridgewater.
Roger retired from Remington Arms in Ilion. However, he did
not retire from life. He loved to travel near and far. Being
entertained by going out to dinner or attending various Senior
Meal Sites was a daily event. Roger was also an avid shopper.
His prime target was the Dollar Store. Roger is survived by
his wife, Lois; his children and their spouses, Theresa and
Dennis Mayne, David Decker, and Darryl and Mitzi Decker; six
grandchildren Paula, Alan, and Greg Mayne, Kenneth, Donald,
and Bradley Decker; fourteen step grandchildren, two step
great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins;
and his extended church family.
His brother Ernest Decker, and his sister, Bernice Brimmer
predeceased Roger.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 23, 2004, at
Faith Chapel in Bridgewater at noon, with Pastor Jerry Race
officiating. Calling hours are from 2-4 and 7-9 Monday March
22, 2004, at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Contributions may be made in Roger’s name to Faith Christian
School, Bridgewater or the West Winfield Emergency Squad.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Marguerite A. Hickling, 82, formerly of New Berlin and
Edmeston, died Tuesday March 9, 2004 at Oneonta Nursing Home,
Oneonta.
She was born March 29, 1921, in Edmeston, the daughter of
Grover C. and Marion A. (Gifford) Hickling. She married Donald
D. Hickling October 4, 1939 in Garrattsville. He predeceased
her in December 1982. Marguerite and her husband Donald
operated the family Dairy Farm. She was the proud mother of
three children. She was a member of the United Methodist
Church where she performed her ministry by playing the organ
and piano, and taught religious education. In her later years
she would organize the Edmeston Rotary dinners for the church.
Marguerite was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star,
and the Wharton Valley Grange. It was through the grange that
she participated at the Morris Fair and at the Farmers Museum
during their Harvest Festival. Marguerite also volunteered at
the New Berlin Library.
Marguerite enjoyed the simple beauty of her garden, her
needlework, and her outings to Glimmerglass Opera.
Marguerite is survived by her children and their spouses,
Joyce and Russell Littlefield of Port Crane, NY, Duane
Hickling of Chicago, Ill., and Lynette and Fred Dye of
Sherburne, NY; three grandchildren Jason Dye, Angela and her
husband Ben Antzak, and Laura Dye; her brother Stanley
Hickling of Austin, TX; her three sisters Mildred Lewis of
Cassville, NY, Nina Ackerman of Oakpark, Ill, and Ella Simmons
of Edmeston, NY. Funeral services will be held on Friday
March 12, 2004 at 11 am at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral
Home, Edmeston with Rev. Jeff McLallen officiating. Calling
hours will be one hour prior to the service. Since
Marguerite was active in many organizations, please consider
donations made in her memory to any of them. Funeral
arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
David G. Blakely, 72, of Unadilla Forks died Tuesday
January 27, 2004, at his home.
He was born November 13, 1931. On October 30, 1976, he married
Marie Humura, who survives. David retired from Utica Metal
Products, Utica; as its foreman.
In his free time he and his wife, Marie, would go fishing.
Funeral services for David will be held on Friday, February 6,
2004, at 2 pm at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston, with the Rev. Doug Burleigh, Chaplain for Bassett
Hospital, Cooperstown, officiating. Interment will be in the
spring at Evergreen Cemetery, White Store. Arrangements by
Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Kenneth J. Hoagland, 61, of Edmeston died Tuesday,
January 27, 2004 at his home with his family by his side.
He was born on August 21, 1942, in Stamford, the son of
Charles and Aletha (Brandow) Hoagland. He married Ethel Minew
on July 11, 1964.
Ken in his early years worked in construction, but he thrived
being a farmer. He had at one time been a dairy farmer, but
had changes over to beef, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Ken
loved his grandchildren. The most perfect day for Ken would be
having the grandkids and everyone would be in the barn.
Ken is survived by his wife, Ethel; his children and their
spouses, Scott Hoagland of Spokane, Wash., Lee and Belinda
Hoagland of Burlington Flats, Tracy Hoagland and Dennis
Grosfent Sr. of Edmeston, and Jason and Kasey Hoagland of New
Berlin; his grandchildren, Destiny, Joshua, Reece, Trittany,
Russell, Rachael, Autumn, Kevin, Matthew,, and Dalton; his
mother Aletha Van Valkenburgh; his brother William and Linda
Hoagland of Prattsville; his sister, Barbara Cooke and Randy
Waterman of Windham; his aunts, Marion Hapek and Dorothy
Brandow; and several nieces and nephews.
His father, Charles, in 1978, and his grandson, Dawson, in
2002, predeceased Ken.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday January 31, 2004 at
4 pm at the Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston with
Rev. Jay Noll officiating. Calling hours will be held from 2-4
pm on Saturday prior to the service.
Interment will be in the spring at Edmeston Union Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in Ken’s memory to the Catskill Area
Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Glenn Harper Roscoe, 35, died Sunday January 18, 2004
at his home in Pathfinder Village. Along time resident of
Edmeston, he was born April 6, 1968 in Washington, DC.
Glenn was a caring, sensitive person with an engaging sense of
humor who enjoyed the company of others. Those whose lives he
touched will miss him.
Glenn completed his education in 1989 at the Pathfinder School
in Edmeston. For many years he received great pleasure
attending ARC’s Hartwick Day Treatment program.
Survivors include special friends Joanne and Brittany Mykytyn
and family, Oneonta, the family of James Mykytyn, West
Oneonta; the residents and dedicated staff members at
Pathfinder Village, and his many devoted friends in Oneonta.
A memorial service to celebrate Glenn’s life will be held at 2
pm on Sunday, January 25, 2004 at the Morgan-Jackson All
Faiths Chapel at Pathfinder Village, with Rev. Fed Albrecht
officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
in Glenn’s memory to the Scholarship Fund at Pathfinder
Village, Edmeston, NY 13335.
Interment will be in the spring at Edmeston Union Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home,
Edmeston.
Catherine V. Cannon, 72, of Burlington Flats died
Tuesday, January 6, 2004 at her residence with her family at
her side. She was born March 11, 1931 in Astoria, Queens, the
daughter of Alexander and Katherine (Clark) Magee. On March
11, 1952 she married James W. Cannon, who survives. Catherine
was a computer operator for Con Edison in Queens, NY. She was
a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, devoted to her
family. In addition to her husband, James, Catherine is
survived by her children: Daniel and Celia Cannon, Deborah and
Jeff McDonald; her grandchildren: James Cannon, Sara Cannon,
Michael Cannon, Kurt
Neser, and Peter Neser. Her brother John Magee and sister,
Rose McCue, predeceased her. Funeral services for
Catherine were held on Friday, January 9, 2002 at 10 am with
Father John Burns officiating. Calling hours were Thursday,
January 8, 2004 from 11-2 pm and 4-8 pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements by Houk-Johnston-Terry Funeral Home, Edmeston.
Charles
R. Miller, 78, was called home by the Lord on July 28,
2004 at Murfreesboro Hospital, Tenn. His devoted wife
Mary was at his side.
Marguerite A. Hickling, 82, formerly of New Berlin and
Edmeston, died Tuesday March 9, 2004 at Oneonta Nursing Home,
Oneonta.