In addition to his parents, J.C. was predeceased by his wife of 49 years, Sally J. Ellen was born and raised in Hollis, New York, attended Long Island University, and graduated from the New York School for Dental and Medical Assistants with many certifications in health care. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls, NY. Perhaps she was a lighthouse rather than an anchor for those she loved. He loved them unconditionally and was very proud of their accomplishments. He is survived by Patricia Peppard Karski, his loving wife of 45 years; daughter Susan Karski of Elmira; and brothers and sisters-in-law, John Jack and Ann Karski of Elmira, Richard Dick and Judith Karski of Horseheads, and Thomas Tom and Marilyn Karski of Elmira. She was born in Elmira, NY on June 14, 1939, the daughter of the late Charles and Katie (Dibble) Manwaring, and graduated from Painted Post High School. In April of 2022, he had some further health issues and his sister Sadie, niece Donna and her husband Brad had to assist with his care so he could remain in his home as long as possible. The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen, NY on Sunday (October 9) from 1 p.m.-3 p.m.; followed by a funeral service at 3:00 p.m. He enjoyed collecting horses, John Wayne memorabilia, building wood crafts, and riding his Four-Wheeler and Zero-Turn lawnmower with his cat Mollie. She married Lawrence L. Woodworth on December 26, 1978. She was awarded Teacher of the Year, Heathrow Elementary, in 2001. Les was an avid pilot and enjoyed flying small planes for many years, particularly his Cessna. The family would like to give special thanks to those who provided companionship, meals, delivery service and handyman services over the past few years. He was very interested in couples country dancing, and listening to music of many styles including oldies, country, classical, and musicals. At Barrys wishes, there will be no calling hours or services, but there will be a family get-together at a later date. Doris married Sam (Francis) Force (deceased) and is survived by her daughter Cynthia G. Neale. He is survived by children, Doug Mead of Conway, SC, Barbara (Marc) Pukos of Churchville, Michael (Jenn) Matthews of Onondaga, Diana (Carl) Davidson of Venice, FL, Jeff (Vicki) Matthews of Penn Yan, Karen Lacey of Penn Yan, Susan Matthews of Geneva, and Scott (June) Mead of Churchville; brother, Robert (Donna) Mead of Perry; sister, Nancy (Terry) Austin of Hudson, FL; sister-in-law, Nancy Mead of Perry; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He was a member of Journey Center in Breesport and a former volunteer fireman in Locke. To leave the family a message of condolence, or to light a Candle of Remembrance, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com. Together they moved to Whitesville, New York where she gave birth to their first child, Kelly Andrea Kotmel. He was a horticulturist and became a dear friend to his many rose clients in Tampa and surrounding areas. Ken enjoyed fishing, refurbishing vintage boat motors, gardening, and tinkering in his workshop. Don was a Sergeant in the U.S. Army from 1948-51 and served honorably as a radio operator. 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. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls, NY. Stephen was a graduate of Watkins Glen High School in 1959, attended Corning Community College, and was a member of the U.S. Army Reserves. She was predeceased by her husband, Delroy Howell, and by her brothers, Ronald Coy and Ralph Coy, Jr. She is survived by her sister, Dolores Breon of Beaver Dams, NY; nieces, Debborah (Tom) Manning of Beaver Dams, Melissa (John) Carpenter of Virginia and Rebecca Breon of Elmira, NY; and great nieces, Alexis Carpenter and Gabriella Carpenter, both of Virginia. Steve had a passion for tennis, bow hunting, skiing, and golf, and for over 50 years attended races, including NASCAR, at Watkins Glen International Racetrack. Carol grew up as the middle child of the family, with an older sister, Sylvia, and a younger brother, Carlton (Carty). He graduated from Trumansburg High School with the class of 2008 and then continued his education at Colorado State University-Pueblo and Southern Maine Community College. Stephen began his career working for the Glen National Bank. Mim and Ethel N. Romeo. After starting his family, however, he sold his airplane to buy a house, but the love of flying still ran deep in his veins. Edward Anson Phoenix. Nancy married her high school sweetheart, Jack Teeter. Ruth is survived by her husband of 12 years, Thomas C. Pierce; daughter, Lucinda Hart of Elmira, NY; son, Kent (Rachel) Thurston of Watkins Glen, NY; and five grandchildren, Samuel Brouwere, Allison Brouwere, Trevor Thurston, Colby Thurston and Madison Brouwere. His wit, humor, and kindness were famous, as was his passion for all things automotive. Reception to follow. Ron also loved the New York Yankees and Notre Dame Fighting Irish College football. The following obituary was submitted to The Odessa She was a member of the Burdett Fire Department Auxiliary for 37 years, Burdett Village Welcoming Committee and the Burdett Youth Committee. Jim served with the United States Marine Corps, where he was a Field Artillery Fire Direction Control man. He visited posts as well as family and friends as he traveled the country with his business as an owner/operator long-haul truck driver. He especially enjoyed time spent fishing and hunting with his friends. Don faithfully served his country in the United States Army. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving from 1958 to 1960. She attended Odessa-Montour Central School and was an active member in local 4-H. Margaret met her future husband, Oakley, through 4-H. Obituary: Ruth cared for several pets and had a particular love for cats, three of which are still with us. She is survived by her sons Gary (Alice) Conklin and Gregory (Joetta) Conklin and four grandchildren: Jessica Conklin, Jennifer Conklin, Jaclyn Conklin and Andrew Conklin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society of Yates County, P.O. In 1970 he graduated from Bloomfield High School. A memorial service to celebrate the life of James Duane Shippy will be held on October 1, 2022 in Odessa, NY. She studied at Gettysburg College and received her masters from Elmira College. He was active in the Experimental Aircraft Association for years and built two airplanes. A funeral service for Clinton will be held at the Odessa Wesleyan Church, 304 Church Street, Odessa, NY on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 11:00 a.m., followed by burial in Oldfield Cemetery. 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. The family will receive friends and relatives at St. Marys of the Lake Catholic Church, 905 N. Decatur St., Watkins Glen on Saturday, June 11 from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., followed by a funeral mass at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Survivors include his sister Linda McIntyre, niece Laurel McIntyre, cousins Chuck Knapp, Lee Huey, Jane Leszyk, Jackie Gublo, and Jill Gaylord, and many dear friends. Box 78481, Tacoma, WA 98481. Together, they had three children: Thomas, Kathleen, and Jacquelyn. Rick enjoyed playing the guitar, drawing, watching NASCAR races, being a carpenter and building things, and spending time with his family and friends. Please join us with a luncheon following the service to reminisce about the life of our dear loved, Elizabeth. Later in life, moving to Florida, she owned the Jazzi Nail Salon and Jazzi Hair Salon in Boca Raton. Age 86, of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away on March 7, 2022. Donations can be made in Doriss name to the American Cancer Society (cancer.org). In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Montour Falls Fire Department, P.O. The following was submitted to The Odessa Arrangements are with the French Funeral Home in Edwards, NY. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Schuyler County. 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 on the board of directors for Finger Lakes Fire Insurance Company, the Watkins Glen Housing Authority, and Schuyler County United Way. She taught us how to confront, dismantle and reconstruct someone's whole being in a matter of a second. He will always be remembered for his kindness, thoughtfulness and talent. She married Joseph Filippetti and is survived by Peter Filippetti, Fred Filippetti, Steven Filippetti, and Nathan Filippetti. Age 67, of Montour Falls, NY passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022. RIP daddy. Box 45, Watkins Glen, NY 14891. Edward was predeceased by his parents, siblings (Theodore Gublo, Genevieve (John) Semesky, Sophie (George) Mitrus, Wanda (Robert) Palizay, Rose, Mary Anne (Floyd) Janeski, John (Laura) Gublo, Bernard Gublo, Margaret (William) Stocum & (James Forsythe), Frank Gublo, Victoria (Floyd) Janeski), and an infant son. He spent his time in Germany as C Company Mess Sergeant. She earned her B.A. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie E. Sills; her sisters, Irene (Edward) Long, Vivian (Roger) Thall, Charlien (John) DeLeury, and Marjorie (Judson) George; and her brothers, Gerald (Catherine) Slocum, Donald (Ruth) Slocum and Earl (Ann) Slocum. 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. Quick humor was another of his well-known trademarks. "For I will always like you She is survived by her children, Jim and Dulcie (Gifford) Champion, Michael (Leah) Champion, and Michelle (Gregory) Harrington; sister, Darlene Johnson of Malone, NY; sister-in-law, Judy Gallow-Forney; brother-in-law, Delbert Champion; grandchildren, Jeffrey P., Idalise (Britz), Lilia J., Mary A., Stephen J., Timothy S., Brooks M., Chandler D. Champion, Chase Michael Champion, Jacob R. Harrington, Krista (Campbell) and Carl Standish, Dustin, Ian, Ryan, and Roselyn (Ennis) Campbell; great-grandchildren, Claire, Charlotte, Collette Standish, and baby Campbell on the way; very dear cousins, Richard and Terri (Pasto) Campbell, Mary Anne Campbell, Terri (Champion) and John Sujko, John, Chip, and Sarah Champion, Gloria Pangallo; nieces and nephews, Lisa Johnson (Collins and Mark), Desara Johnson (John), Paula Johnson Elswick, Rick Gallow (Penny), Heather (Gallow) and Jan Cote, and Nicole (Stephen) Ryan; and many other nieces and nephews; and many, many dear friends, too many to list! Memorial donations may be made to a charity of ones choice. Following retirement, he spent his time teaching courses at the Regional Police Academy in Arlington. She proudly shared the same birthday as her mother. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com. Age 78, of Ocala, FL, and formerly of Millport, NY passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022. She is survived by her son, Donald Webster of Watkins Glen; daughter, Tina Churches (Bruce) of Branchport, NY; grandson, Jeremy Webster (Dawana) of Rhome, TX; and granddaughter, Laura Sabatini (Jason) of Trumansburg, NY. Instead, a celebration of his life will be scheduled at a later date. He raised pigeons and enjoyed cruising, eating seafood and long walks. Though not religious nor outspoken, Michael had a strong faith and truly lived his values every day of his eighty years. Starting at the age of five, he spent every summer in Watkins Glen until his enlistment. She loved traveling to see Gary and his family in CA and going to Hawaii and Florida with her son, John. She enjoyed feeding and watching birds later in her life. Continuing his athletic passions, he pursued professional boxing. Visitation will be Sunday, October 9 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the church. 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