Massena: Frances K. Brooks, formerly of Liberty Ave. passed away peacefully Wednesday February 15, 2017 surrounded by her family and Hospice in Zephyrhills, FL. The arrangements are under the care and direction of the Phillips Memorial Home, Massena.

Kathryn G. (Kathy) O’Brien, 80, of West Stockholm, New York passed away at home on the morning of February 14, 2017. Friends may call at the Garner Funeral Service on Saturday, February 18th from 2-3 pm. A memorial service wil be held at the Garner Funeral Home in Potsdam, NY (10 Lawrence Avenue) at 3pm.

Kathy was born in Illinois to Wilfred and Kathryn Gronberg on September 9, 1936. She graduated from Dixon High School in Dixon, Illinois and from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana with a B.S. in Geology. She went on to earn her Masters Degree in Geology from there as well. During that period when she was earning her Masters Degree, she worked full-time in the Records Section of the Illinois Geological Survey. She also did a great deal of her geology field work out west, mainly in Nevada.

Kathryn married fellow Geologist Neal R. O’Brien (of Newark, Ohio) on September 15, 1962 in Dixon, Illinois. They moved to Potsdam, New York in 1963 when Neal was hired at SUNY Potsdam as an assistant professor of Geology, and in 1969 moved to their current home in West Stockholm.

Kathy was a beloved mother, wife, sister and grandmother to her family. She was an avid antique lover and throughout her life learned many crafts that enabled her to exercise her artistic talent. She added light, laughter and most of all, love to those around her and will be dearly missed.

Kathryn is survived by her husband, Neal R. O’Brien, West Stockholm, NY; sister Janet Gronberg, Princeton, New Jersey; brother Frank Gronberg, Renton, Washington; her three children daughther Rebecca O’Brien (and husband Terry McElroy), son Tyler O’Brien (and wife Ingrid Carlstein), and daughter Amber O’Brien Haller (and husband Patrick Haller); and her six grandchildren Rowan O’Brien-Carlstein, Galen O’Brien-Carlstein, Finn Haller, Penelope Haller, Michael McElroy and Brian McElroy. She is predeceased by her parents Wilfred and Kathryn Gronberg.

Donations in lieu of flowers, may be sent to the West Stockholm Cemetery Association c/o West Stockholm Post Office, West Stockholm, NY 13696 and/ or The American Cancer Society, Eastern Division, St. Lawrence County Unit, P.O. Box 1100, Syracuse, NY 13201-1100.

Brasher Falls- Ms. Kathleen T. “Katie” Collins, 80, passed away peacefully Monday February 13, 2017 at the University Of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT. Arrangements are entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop.

Visitation will be Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Kathleen’s Mass of Christian Burial and Funeral Service will be celebrated Saturday at 9 a.m. at St. Patrick Church in Brasher Falls. Burial will take place at the parish cemetery in the spring.

Flowers are gratefully declined. For those wishing to express an act of kindness please consider memorial contributions in Kathleen’s honor to: St. Patrick Church in Brasher Falls or to the Tri-Town Rescue Squad.

A complete obituary may be viewed and memories and condolences may be shared with her family at www.hammillfh.com.

Elizabeth Elliott Leonard of Morristown, NY and Ormond Beach, Florida, died peacefully on February, 12, 2017 in Ormond Beach, surrounded by family and several old, and new, friends. She carried herself with grace, strength and love throughout her 93 years of life.

Betty was married to Judge John B. Leonard, who predeceased her. She is survived by her children, Mary Catherine Leonard and her husband Rick Valachovic, Patricia Thames and her husband Bill, John Leonard and his wife Mimi, Maureen Missert and her husband John, Jane Leonard and her husband Kevin Rahill, and Michael Leonard and his wife Staci. She leaves 10 grandchildren who always knew they could count on her support and loving guidance—Billy Thames and Beth Alford, Jack Leonard, John and Mike Missert, Patrick and Timothy Rahill, and Kyle, Kerry and Abby Leonard. Her three great grandchildren—Chloe and Caleb Thames and Hendrix Alford, will always remember their “GG”. Betty is also survived by her friend and sister in law, Eileen Bleibtrey, and six loving nieces and nephews—Howard, Mary Lynne, Mike, Tom, Conrad, and Sheila, and their families. Her sister, Mary E. Jennings, and her brothers, Michael and J. Conrad Elliott, predeceased her.

Betty defined herself first and foremost as a wife and mother, and so the many other roles she played often went unnoticed. Betty was a graduate of the Crane School of Music of SUNY Potsdam, where she served as President of her senior class, and led multiple student activities. She taught music at all grade levels, and, after she married, continued to share her love of music through community volunteering—directing choirs and glee clubs, serving as music director of the Remnant for many years, and rehearsing St John’s choir until moving to Florida at the age of 91 years. Many local organizations benefited from Betty’s time and talent-- St. Mary’s Cathedral and St. John the Evangelist Church, Claxton-Hepburn Hospital, every school her children attended, and years of brownie troops. She rarely missed a game, play, recital or other performance of her children and grandchildren, and could often be found in the stands watching games even after all her family members had graduated. Scores of people who grew up in Ogdensburg remember being warmed by her smile and welcomed in her home.

Relatives and friends are invited to say good bye to Betty during visiting hours at the Frary Funeral Home in Ogdensburg on February 16 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, and at a funeral Mass which will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Ogdensburg at 1:00 pm on February 17.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made to either St. John the Evangelist Church at 506 Gouverneur Street, Morristown, NY 13664 or Potsdam College Foundation-The Crane School of Music, 44 Pierrepont Avenue, Potsdam, NY 13676—reflecting the two things most important to Betty, after her family: her faith and her music. Please be sure to indicate gifts are in honor of Elizabeth E. Leonard.

Online condolences may be made at www.fraryfuneralhome.com/obituaries.

HANNAWA FALLS – Mr. Lawrence Martin Scanlon, 85, peacefully passed away Saturday morning, February 11, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Home in Ogdensburg, where he had been a resident for the past 3 years.

Friends may call Tuesday 7-9 PM and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Donaldson-Seymour Funeral Home, Potsdam. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, 12:00 PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Rev. Stephen Rocker, celebrating. Burial with military honors will be held in the spring at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Potsdam.

Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.donaldsonseymour.com.

Carthage – Richard W. Robinson, 90, passed away Friday February 17, 2017 at the Samaritan Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born December 01, 1926 in Ellisburg, NY to the late Glenn and Marie Wodell Robinson. Richard attended Adams School in Adams, NY. He married Sandra Shultz on March 27, 1976 at their home in Great Bend. Richard served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was the Supervisor of Refrigeration at Fort Drum, retiring in 1987.

He is survived by his wife Sandy, three daughters, Betty (Lee) Hunter, Palmyra, NY, JoAnn Anderson, Florida, and Teri Tyner and her companion Jason Sears of Carthage, NY; a son Kevin (Sherri) Robinson of Blythewood, SC. Two Nephews, Steve (Betsy) Robinson, and Tom (Christina) Robinson; 8 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren. Richard was predeceased by his brother Bill Robinson.

Richard was an avid sportsman, a member of the Mad River Club, and the American Legion.

Arrangements are with the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc. located at 500 State Street in Carthage. A memorial service will be held at the United Community Church, located at 112 N School St, in Carthage on Monday, February 20, 2017 at 11:00am, with The Reverend, Jane Wagner officiating. There will be a celebration of life at the Elks Club following the service.

Memorial contributions can be made to: Black River Ambulance Squad. Online Condolences can be made at www.lundyfuneralhome.com

Memorial gathering for Charles B. Duffy, 73, of Brasher and formerly of Canton, will be held on Monday, February 20, 2017 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the O’Leary Funeral Home, Canton. Charles passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 14, 2017.

Charles is survived by a son, Michael (Raquel) Duffy of Colorado; by two daughters, Bonnie (Thomas) Voumard of Phoenix, NY and Linda Kronk of Cicero; by seven grandchildren with one on the way and by four great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a sister, Mary Duffy of Syracuse and niece and nephew.

Charles was born, December 7, 1943 in Syracuse, NY, the son of the late Charles L. and Arline (Lensing) Duffy. He graduated from Central Square High School. He went on to work at Syracuse University, SEIU Local 200, he owned the Evergreens in Canton and later, Charles worked for Dwyer’s and most recently C&M Ford in Massena.

Charles was a member of his local Masonic Lodge, Elk’s Club and various area hunting clubs.

Contributions and memorial may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Those wishing to view his obituary and share a memory on line, may do so by visiting www.olearyfuneralservice.com.

Champion- Randy W. Sawyer, 60 of Champion, passed away on February 16, 2017 at his home with his lifelong companion Joyce Farrell, and their two Labrador retrievers Jack and Maggie Mae Sawyer by his side. Arrangements are being handled by the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service Inc., located at 500 State Street, Carthage, NY 13619

Jane Ella (Whitford) Moore, 91, of University Place (Tacoma), Washington, passed away peacefully at 10:10 AM Saturday, January 14, 2017, at Franciscan Hospice House, University Place, WA. Memorial Services were held at 2:30 PM on Sunday, January 22, 2017, at the Lakeside Worship Center in Olympia, WA. Chaplain Leah J. Belshay (granddaughter) officiated. Interment will be at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, WA. Jane was born November 21, 1925, at Whitfords Corners, NY to Harold Amos (Trowbridge) Whitford and Ella Mariette (Heath) Whitford. She was married to David H. Moore of Munford, TN on October 22, 1945, in Watertown, NY upon his return from the European Theater of World War II. He preceded her in death January 12, 2012 at Providence St. Peter Hospital, Olympia, WA. Survivors include 1 son, John Harold Moore of University Place, WA. 3 grandchildren, Leah Jane (Moore) Belshay, Christine Helen (Moore) White, and Dakotah Ryan Moore. She had three great-grandchildren (one more on the way) and several nieces and nephews all of whom she adored. She is preceded in death by her parents, 1 son; David Wallace Moore, 2 brothers; Holly F. Whitford and Clyde H. Whitford. Mrs. Moore was a former beautician and hair stylist. Jane loved to dance (jitterbug) and was a fan of big band music. Jane, who cared for her mother until her death, enjoyed soap operas, especially “General Hospital” and “Day of our Lives”. She also enjoyed an occasional visit to nursing homes where she volunteered as a beautician. Most of all Mrs. Moore loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She attended Orient Drive Baptist Church, Boring, OR and formerly Lakeside Worship Center, Olympia, WA. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to “Franciscan Hospice House”, www.chifranciscan.org/health-care-services/hospice-and-palliative-care/franciscan-hospice-house/

Howard F. Parrot, 85, of E. Main Street, Brownville, formerly of Watertown, passed away February 15, 2017 at the Samaritan Medical Center. A private burial will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are with D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. Condolences may be made to www.dlcalarco.com.

A graveside memorial service for John “Jack” Chambers, age 75 of El Paso TX and formerly of Heuvelton will be held in the spring at a time to be announced.

JoAnn Reed, 60 of Three Mile Bay passed away early Saturday morning at Crouse Hospital, Syracuse. A full obituary will follow soon.

Champion- Randy W. Sawyer, 60 of Champion, passed away on February 16, 2017 at his home with his lifelong companion Joyce Farrell, and their two Labrador retrievers Jack and Maggie Mae Sawyer by his side.

Born June 3rd in Watertown, NY, The son of John & Joyce Davis Sawyer. He is survived by his companion Joyce, her daughter Tara, and their Grandchildren Mia, Elijah, and Aliyah, his identical twin brother Ricky (Nancy) of Philadelphia. He is also survived by two sisters Rebecca (Mark) Priestly of Evans Mills and Cathy (Rick) O’Hara of Pulaski; and several nieces and nephews.

Randy graduated in 1974 from Carthage Central School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1974 to 1977. He worked for a time at Tug Hill Construction and for the last 20 years as a helicopter mechanic at Fort Drum.

He was an avid outdoorsman who especially enjoyed hunting and fishing with his brother Ricky and his nephew Thomas.

He was predeceased by his parents and a nephew Scott Priestly.

Donations can be made to the SPCA of Jefferson County and Hospice of Jefferson County.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 1:00pm at the Evans Mills United Methodist Church: 8668 Church St, Evans Mills, NY 13637. Celebration of life will immediately follow at the Evans Mills Fire Hall.

Arrangements are being handled by the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service Inc., located at 500 State Street, Carthage, NY 13619

WATERTOWN, NY- Edna M. Dejourdan, 87, died Monday, February 13, at her home surrounded by family and friends.

Arrangements are under the direction of Cleveland Funeral Home, Watertown, NY.

She was born May 15, 1929, in Three Mile Bay, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Angell.

Edna married Kenneth Dejourdan on May 17, 1947. Mr. Dejourdan passed away on January 1, 2015.

Surviving are a son, Herbert Dejourdan, Watertown; a daughter and her husband, Sharon (Mel) Walter, Zellwood, FL.

A memorial service will be held at a later date with burial in Three Mile Bay Cemetery.

Donations can be made to Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham St., Watertown, NY, 13601.

Online condolences may be made to www.clevelandfuneralhomeinc.com.

Glendon Harold Glasier, 83, of Seneca, SC, passed away quietly Saturday February 11, 2017 after a long string of illnesses.

Born July 23, 1933, Glendon was originally from Rodman, NY; a “farm boy” who graduated from Adams Center Central School before graduating with Highest Honors in Agriculture from the Agricultural and Technical Institute in Canton, NY. Upon graduating, he worked in quality control for Kraft Foods. He was honored to have served in the US Army near the DMZ during the Korean conflict as a combat medic and radio operator. Glendon was a master craftsman and built homes in Florida, South Carolina, Georgia and New York.

He was a charter member of the Rodman Fire Department and a Seneca Lions Club member and past president. Most importantly, Glendon loved Jesus and would share his Savior’s story with anyone willingly.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ethel LeGrow Glasier, his three daughters; Cheryl Orr (Tony), Glenda Cotton (Edwin) and Kendra Glasier; sister, Arlene Smith (Steve), granddaughters; Brittney Cotton, Lyndsey Cotton and Emilee Cotton; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is predeceased by his parents, Harold G. Glasier and Lillian Wright Glasier, and grandson, Christopher Orr.

A graveside service with military honors will be held in the spring at the Fairview Cemetery, Rodman, NY. Date and time will be announced later. Spring services and interment arrangements are with the Piddock Funeral Home, Adams, NY. Condolences may be made at www.piddockfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Rodman Fire Department, PO Box D, Rodman, NY, 13682

WILLIAM C. SHERMAN, 85, POTSDAM, NY, Founding member of the O.F.C.C., “Wild Bill Sherman” left this world peacefully, in his sleep, on February 11th.

Born on November 25th, 1931 to the late Clark and Ruth Sherman in Salamanca, NY, Bill was predeceased by his brother David, grandson Zach Sherman and one great-grandson, Richard. Surviving Bill are his sisters, Marilyn and Gary Campell of Illinois and Linda and Keith Higbee of Wisconsin. His long-time companion, Natalia Stahl, and his children, William Sherman II of Potsdam, Michael Sherman of Parishville, Randy Sherman of Potsdam, Charles Sherman of Parishville, Jessie Sherman of Potsdam and their mother, Manola Sherman of Potsdam and Ben Stahl of California. He has 11 Grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Bill served in the Army during the Korean war as a mail carrier to the front lines. Upon discharge, he attended Clarkson University, but decided on a career with New York Telephone. He worked for the phone company until he retired in 1994.

Upon retirement Bill formed the OFCC and remained President until his death. Natalia wants all to know that the tradition will continue. Coffee’s on.

He was a Mason and a Boy Scout Leader as well as a member of the CWA Union. He enjoyed people and life and to honor this, the family has decided a Celebration of Life gathering will be held this summer.

Memorial contributions can be made to West Stockholm Volunteer Fire Department, 143 CR 57, West Stockholm, NY 13696

Charles F. Zeltwanger, 76, passed away Saturday evening February 18, 2017 at Samaritan Medical Center after a brief illness.

Charles was born on March 3, 1940 in Watertown the son of Charles F. and Evelyn Randall Zeltwanger. He graduated from General Brown High School in 1959.

Charles married Nancy Glowaski on June 2, 1962 at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, Dexter.

He entered the Air force in 1961 and served until 1967.

“Chuck owned and operated Daniels Auto Body Shop for several years in Glen Park with his step-father James Daniels and then worked for F.X. Capara Paint and Body Shop in Watertown. He loved to restore old cars.

Surviving is his wife Nancy, two daughters Dawn Cote of Dexter and Mrs. Richard (Julie) Munk of Glen Park, one son Charles F. (Stephany) Zeltwanger 3rd. of Sackets Harbor, a granddaughter Teasha Cote and three grandsons Bryan Munk, Eric Munk and Bryce DaFoe and great grandson Dylan Munk. He has two sisters Dawn Daniels of Limerick and Donna Warren of Brownville.

He was predeceased by his step-father James Daniels and a sister Sharon Beach.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday February 21st at 6:00 P.M. at the Johnson Funeral Home. Following the memorial service, there will be a gathering at the Dexter American Legion. Calling hours will be from 3:00-6:00 P.M. prior to the memorial service. A spring burial will be in Brownville Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Dexter Volunteer Fire Dept.

MOIRA – Frederick E. (Fred) Gonio, 73, passed away Wednesday morning (Feb. 15, 2017), in the comfort of his home, after suffering a brief illness.

He was born on April 3, 1943, in Burlington, NY to Clayton and Amelia (Ray) Gonio. Fred was a man of many talents and enjoyed spending time with family and friends, helping out whenever he could.

Treasured memories will be forever in the hearts of his children with Judy (Ingerson) Gonio. William (Tina) Gonio, of Carthage, NY, Tina (Sam) Trainham, of Utica, NY, and Robert Gonio of Utica, NY. Also his children with Tara (Phelps) Gonio. Ashley (Russell Hazard) Phelps, of Moira, NY, and Clayton Gonio, of Moira, NY.

He is also survived by seven grandchildren. Joshua, Dominique, Nicole, Raymond, Russell, Jordynn and Audrey along with 8 great grandchildren. His siblings Eugene “Butch” (Madilyn) Gonio of Hartwick, NY and a sister Betty Gonio of New Hampshire.

Besides his parents, he is predeceased by a granddaughter Misty Dawn, a sister Louise, and a brother-in-law Cooper.

In honoring Fred’s wishes there will be no funeral services. Private memorial service will be held at the discretion of the family.

Arrangements are with the Flint Funeral Home, Moira.

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.flintfuneralhomeny.com

MASSENA – Mr. Wallace W. Cornell, 88, of County Route 40, peacefully passed away Sunday morning, February 19, 2017 at Massena Memorial Hospital.

Wally was born August 30, 1928 in Massena, the son of the late Carman and Ola Brown Cornell and was a 1946 graduate of Massena High School. On December 27, 1948, he married Janice M. Estey at the United Methodist Church in Tully, New York.

Wally started his dry cleaning and laundry career with Markarian’s Dry Cleaning, eventually buying into the partnership and changed the name to Cornell’s Corporation. He cherished the friendships he made with his many customer throughout the years. He had previously worked at Alcoa for a short time. He was an active member of the Free and Accepted Masons Lodge #513 and served as their master in 1963. Wally was also active in the Media Shrine Center, serving as the Potentate of the Media Temple in 1974, President of the NY Ontario Shrine Association in 1983, on the Board of Governor’s at the Shriner’s Childrens Hospital in Montreal for 20 years and later named a Life Member Emeritus of Board. He was also deeply involved with the Ups and Downers and the Shrine Circus for many years. He was an active member of the Massena United Methodist Church, serving as a trustee for many years. In addition to the Masons and Shriners, Wally was a member of the Loyal Order of Jesters, Elks Lodge #1702, Oddfellows, and was a former member of the Massena Rotary Club and the Monday luncheon club. He also enjoyed his antique cars and parades.

Wally is survived by his loving wive of 68 years, Jan; his children, Stephanie Cornell of Massena; and Kenneth and Victoria Cornell of Norwood; his granddaughters, Rebecca Cornell and her husband, Clay Schroers of Washington, DC and Rachel Samaras and her husband, George of Manchester, NH; his sisters, Anna Smith of Brasher and Bonnie and Robert Weitz of Massena; and many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Wednesday 1-3:00 PM at the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena, where funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM with Pastor Rachel Jordan, officiating. The members of the Masonic Lodge will meet at 2:30 for a memorial ritual. Burial will be in the spring in Louisville Community Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 1003 Decarie Blvd. Montreal, QC Canada H4A OA9.

Memories and condolences may be made online at www.donaldsonfh.com.

HANNAWA FALLS – Mr. Lawrence Martin Scanlon, 85, peacefully passed away Saturday morning, February 11, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Home in Ogdensburg, where he had been a resident for the past 3 years.

Larry was born May 16, 1931 in Potsdam, the son of the late Francis S. and Keitha Hart Scanlon. He attended Potsdam schools, where he graduated High School in 1949. After graduating from high school, he entered the US Air Force, proudly serving his country until his honorable discharge in 1955. On July 23, 1955, he married Marilyn R. Stone in Potsdam. She predeceased him on February 11, 2014.

After returning home from the military, he joined his father in the family business, Scanlon’s Auto Parts, continuing until his retirement in 1993. Larry also was committed to his community, serving as the Town of Pierrepont Supervisor for two terms and was a volunteer for Potsdam Rescue Squad in its infancy. He was an avid sportsman and was a longtime member of the St. Regis Hunting and Fishing Club. Larry also was a member of the Potsdam Country Club and the Potsdam Elks Lodge.

Larry is survived by his daughters, Laurie L. Scanlon of Key Largo, Florida and Tawnee M. Searles of Potsdam; his grandsons, Martin Waack of Key Largo and Colin Searles of Austin, Texas; and his granddaughters, Amanda (Waack) Kempf of Ithaca, Carlee Waack of Key Largo, and Shannon and Breanna Searles of Potsdam.

In addition to his wife and his parents, Larry was predeceased by a sister, Margaret Scanlon.

Friends may call Tuesday 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Donaldson-Seymour Funeral Home, Potsdam. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, 12 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Rev. Stephen Rocker, celebrating. Burial with military honors will be held in the spring at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Potsdam.

Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to St. Joseph’s Home or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.donaldsonseymour.com.