Gouverneur - Patricia Brundage,78, passed away on Saturday in Watertown. Calling hours are Wednesday, 10-11:30 am with a funeral service at 11:30 am at the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.

Brian C. Thomas, 47, of Adams, died early Saturday morning, July 29, 2017, following an injury. Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 2nd from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the Adams United Methodist Church. His funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 3rd at 11:00 am at the Adams United Methodist Church, with Pastor Melissa McCarthy, officiating. The burial will be private.

Arrangements are with the Piddock Funeral Home, Adams.

Born February 6, 1970 in Watertown, the son of Bruce D. and Judith C. (Jones) Thomas, Brian graduated from South Jefferson Central School in 1988 and from Jefferson Community College in 1990. In 1992, he graduated from Clarkson University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering; he was also inducted into Chi Epsilon Honor Society.

His professional career started at GYMO Architecture Engineering and Land Surveying, Watertown, where he was employed for 2 years. In 1994, he obtained a position with the NY State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation as a junior engineer. In 1998 he earned his Professional Engineering license and in 2008, he was promoted to Capital Facilities Manager for the Thousand Islands Region. He also maintained a successful independent snow plow business for over 31 years.

Brian married Pamela E. Brouse of Adams on September 10, 1994 at the Adams United Methodist Church. The couple lived their entire married life in Adams.

He is survived by his wife Pamela, two daughters, Whitney B. and Madison C. Thomas, and one son, Andrew C. Thomas, all of Adams; his father and stepmother, Bruce D. and Donna Thomas, Henderson; his mother and stepfather, Judith J. and George Franklin, Adams; one brother Robert S. Thomas (RaeAnn), Adams; one sister, Karen Scoville (Martin), Adams; one stepsister Sally LaPlante (George), Adams; two stepbrothers Brian LaLone (Luann), Adams, and Dean LaLone (Janet Blackford), Adams; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his grandparents, his father in law and his mother in law, Robert G. and Sally A. Brouse.

Brian was actively involved in his community. He served as a member and the treasurer of the South Jefferson Rescue Squad, assistant Scoutmaster of the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 586, a member of the National Ski Patrol, treasurer of the Rural Cemetery, Trustee of the Adams Village Board, and member and Sunday school teacher at the Adams United Methodist Church. Brian was also involved in the prison ministry, Kairos, and the Closer Walk Ministry. With his family, he hosted 4 foreign exchange students and played an instrumental role in the annual South Jefferson Christmas Parade providing sound and transportation for Santa.

He enjoyed canning, jamming, kayaking, skiing and camping where he was well known for his cooking skills around the campfire. He hiked all the high peaks and earned the status of an Adirondack 46er. He especially enjoyed hosting family gatherings.

Donations in his memory may be made to the South Jefferson Rescue Squad, PO Box 126, Adams, NY 13605, the Rural Cemetery, PO Box 59, Adams, NY 13605 or the Watertown Dry Hill Ski Patrol, 11 Wright Street, Adams, NY 13605.

Condolences may be made at www.piddockfuneralhome.com

Brian C. Thomas, 47, of Adams, died early Saturday morning, July 29, 2017, following an injury. Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 2nd from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the Adams United Methodist Church. His funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 3rd at 11:00 am at the Adams United Methodist Church, with Pastor Melissa McCarthy, officiating. The burial will be private.

Arrangements are with the Piddock Funeral Home, Adams.

Born February 6, 1970 in Watertown, the son of Bruce D. and Judith C. (Jones) Thomas, Brian graduated from South Jefferson Central School in 1988 and from Jefferson Community College in 1990. In 1992, he graduated from Clarkson University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering; he was also inducted into Chi Epsilon Honor Society.

His professional career started at GYMO Architecture Engineering and Land Surveying, Watertown, where he was employed for 2 years. In 1994, he obtained a position with the NY State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation as a junior engineer. In 1998 he earned his Professional Engineering license and in 2008, he was promoted to Capital Facilities Manager for the Thousand Islands Region. He also maintained a successful independent snow plow business for over 31 years.

Brian married Pamela E. Brouse of Adams on September 10, 1994 at the Adams United Methodist Church. The couple lived their entire married life in Adams.

He is survived by his wife Pamela, two daughters, Whitney B. and Madison C. Thomas, and one son, Andrew C. Thomas, all of Adams; his father and stepmother, Bruce D. and Donna Thomas, Henderson; his mother and stepfather, Judith J. and George Franklin, Adams; one brother Robert S. Thomas (RaeAnn), Adams; one sister, Karen Scoville (Martin), Adams; one stepsister Sally LaPlante (George), Adams; two stepbrothers Brian LaLone (Luann), Adams, and Dean LaLone (Janet Blackford), Adams; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his grandparents, his father in law and his mother in law, Robert G. and Sally A. Brouse.

Brian was actively involved in his community. He served as a member and the treasurer of the South Jefferson Rescue Squad, assistant Scoutmaster of the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 586, a member of the National Ski Patrol, treasurer of the Rural Cemetery, Trustee of the Adams Village Board, and member and Sunday school teacher at the Adams United Methodist Church. Brian was also involved in the prison ministry, Kairos, and the Closer Walk Ministry. With his family, he hosted 4 foreign exchange students and played an instrumental role in the annual South Jefferson Christmas Parade providing sound and transportation for Santa.

He enjoyed canning, jamming, kayaking, skiing and camping where he was well known for his cooking skills around the campfire. He hiked all the high peaks and earned the status of an Adirondack 46er. He especially enjoyed hosting family gatherings.

Donations in his memory may be made to the South Jefferson Rescue Squad, PO Box 126, Adams, NY 13605, the Rural Cemetery, PO Box 59, Adams, NY 13605 or the Watertown Dry Hill Ski Patrol, 11 Wright Street, Adams, NY 13605.

Condolences may be made at www.piddockfuneralhome.com

Mary E. Coleman, 93, formerly of the town of Clayton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, July 29, 2017, at Hospice of Jefferson County at the Ellis Farm.

Calling hours will be held at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., 214 Sterling St., Watertown on Thursday, August 3rd from 4:00-7:00pm. A prayer service will be at the funeral home on Friday, August 4th at 9:15am followed by the funeral mass at 10:00am celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church, Watertown , with Msgr. Aucoin and Father Gaffney presiding. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery .

Mrs. Coleman was born in Watertown on July 24, 1924, daughter of Carmen and Sadie Rizzo Cavallario. She was a graduate of Watertown High School . On August 18, 1946 she married her childhood sweetheart, Leo R. Coleman, at St. Anthony’s Church. Mr. Coleman died October 7, 2004. She was a communicant of St. Patrick’s Church.

She had worked at Faichney’s Instrument Co. before her marriage and owned an adult home for many years in Watertown . Foremost, Mary was instrumental in the development of the recipes and daily food preparation for her son, Leo’s, numerous restaurants. She was responsible for training the kitchen staff until her retirement, many of whom are still employed, at the Fairground’s Inn and Coleman’s Corner, and all fondly refer to her as “Ma Coleman”.

Mary, loving matriarch of the Cavallario family, was known for her kindness, compassion, generosity, and devotion to her family and friends. No one ever left her home without enjoying a delicious meal with a to-go container of food in hand. Mary’s famous chicken soup comforted many friends and family over the years.

Mary was proud of her writing skills and kept a personal journal from age 13 to just recently. She also enjoyed meeting friends for weekly breakfasts in Chaumont, caring for her grandchildren in her country home, and entertaining large numbers of loved ones at family dinners. She was the ultimate caregiver.

Mary is survived by her three children: Diane M. Recupero and husband, Joseph S., Alexandria Bay; Leo R. Coleman, Jr. and fiancée, Stephanie Blevins, Clayton; and Christine L. Fields and husband, Jeffery D., Sackets Harbor; son-in-law, James J. Webb, Clayton; eight grandchildren: Leo R. III and Jamie Coleman; Joey Marie Horton and husband, Hunter; Taylor and Jenna Fields, and Jeffery Fields, Jr.; Casey and James Webb; two great-grandchildren, Greyson Horton and Isabelle Kathleen Webb; sister, Johanna Sboro, Watertown; two sisters-in-laws, Connie Cavallario, Alexandria Bay and Andriana Cavallario, Watertown; her brother’s Samuel’s lifelong companion, Myrna O’Neill, Ogdensburg; former daughter-in-law, Bobbi Bolton, Redwood; and lifetime best friends, Josephine and Frank Natali, Watertown; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Along with her husband, Leo R. Coleman Sr., Mary was predeceased by her daughter, Kathleen J. Webb, and seven brothers: Peter, Anthony, Vincent, Michael, Joseph, Samuel, and Frank Cavallario.

Donations in her honor may be made to Samaritan Keep 3rd Floor Activities Fund, 133 Pratt St., St. Patrick’s Church, 123 S. Massey St., or Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham St., all in Watertown, NY 13601. Online condolences to her family may be made at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

John Toper 90, of Watertown, passed away July 29, 2017 at the Samaritan Medical Center.

John was born August 28, 1926 in Watertown, son of George and Katherine Bachner Toper. In 1944, he graduated from Watertown High School. He married Eleanor Bigness on September 10, 1949 at Asbury United Methodist Church, with the Reverend McClung officiating. Mrs. Toper died February 9, 2017.

From 1943 -1968, he worked as the sales manager in the Dynapower Division at New York Air Brake, taking two years leave to serve in the United States Navy with the amphibious forces in the North Atlantic Ocean from 1944 to 1946. From 1968-1990 he was Sales Manager of the Industrial Division of Elliot and Hutchins in Malone, NY and General Manager of Bombardier LTD.

John loved spending time with his family and especially with his beloved wife Ellie. He was an avid golfer and in earlier years belonged to the Malone Country Club and later the Watertown Golf Club. His other interests included restoring antique cars, snowmobiling, collecting coins, and working with stained glass. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Mason’s Watertown Lodge number 49, the American Legion Post 61, and a life member of Watertown Elks Lodge 496.

Surviving are a son Jon A. (Catherine) Toper, Amsterdam, NY, two daughters, Jill E. (Timothy) Cook, Webster, NY, Beth E. (William) Maguire, Adams Center, NY, a brother Martin Toper, Adams Center, two sisters, Willie Delaney, Watertown, Katherine Gregor, Erie, PA, seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. A brother George, three sisters Mary Horeth, Rose Becker, and Hilda Grant, died before him.

Calling hours are from 2:00 - 5:00 pm on Thursday, August 3rd at D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. A memorial service will be held immediately following the calling hours with Reverend Paul D. Luisi officiating. A burial with military honors will be held at 9:00 am, August 4th at Brookside Cemetery. The family requests that contributions be made to Concordia Lutheran Church, 818 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY 13601. Condolences may be made to www.dlcalarco.com

Lynda A. Desormo, 79, Weaver Rd., Watertown, and wife of Paul V. Desormo, passed away Monday, July 31st at her home with her family by her side.

Calling hours are scheduled for Saturday August 5th, from 5 pm - 7 pm at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, with a 2 pm Sunday, August 6th funeral service at aNew Way Assembly of God Church, 116 Haley St., Watertown.

Funeral arrangements are with the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made at www.reedbenoit.com.

Ogdensburg - Benjamin A. Royce, a resident of the Cemetery Road, age 51, died unexpectedly at home on Sunday, July 30th, 2017.

He is survived by his wife Donna (Lawton) Royce, and his two children Megan Danyelle Royce and Alexander David Royce.

A public graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM at the Riverside Cemetery with military honors in Gouverneur, NY on Thursday, August 3rd.

Gouverneur - Patricia L. “Pat” Brundage, 78, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown.

Calling hours are on Wednesday, August 2nd from 10:00 to 11:30 am, prior to a funeral service at 11:30 am at the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur with Rev. Beth Quick, pastor of the First United Methodist Church, Gouverneur, officiating and burial in New St. James Cemetery, Gouverneur.

Patricia was born in Gouverneur on October 15, 1938, the daughter of Lester and Dorothy Rookey Jones.

She graduated from Gouverneur High School in 1956 and from Central City Business School (CCBI) in Syracuse.

Pat married Grant L. Brundage on April 26, 1958 at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Gouverneur.

She had worked as a secretary for local attorney offices and for the corporate offices of Kinney Drugs.

Pat enjoyed sewing, quilting, making crafts, and bowling.

She is survived by her husband Grant, a son Mark Brundage and his fiancé Stacie McMurray of Plessis, a daughter Lori and Jeff Donaldson of Gouverneur, 2 grandsons Jeffrey and Heather Donaldson, Ryan and Crystal Donaldson, and 2 great grandsons Jared Donaldson and William Donaldson. Pat is also survived by a brother Richard Jones of Phoenix, NY, 3 sisters Sharon Keyes of Fullerville, Sandy Kastler of Lacona, Sonja Farr of Gouverneur, several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents and an infant brother Ronnie Jones.

Memorial donations in Pat’s memory may be made to the First United Methodist Church, PO Box 157, Gouverneur, NY 13642 or Friends 4 Pound Paws, PO Box 394, Gouverneur, NY 13642.

Massena: Patricia E. Fee, 91, formerly of Nightengale Ave., passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2017 at St. Regis Nursing Home where she had resided for the past few years. Friends and family may be received on Thursday, August 3, 2017 from 2-4 pm and Friday, August 4, 2017 from 11:00 am until time of Funeral Mass at Phillips Memorial Home in Massena. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 4, 2017 at 12:00 pm at Sacred Heart Church in Massena with Rev. Michael Jablonski presiding. Interment will be private in North Burke Rural Cemetery.

Pat was born on September 18, 1925 in Burke, NY, the daughter of John A. and Luella (Bush) Fee. She graduated from Malone Franklin Academy in 1944 and then Potsdam State College in 1948. She taught second grade for 33 years at Massena Central School and retired in 1981. Pat enjoyed hiking and was a member of the Adirondack 46er’s Club and also enjoyed snow shoeing and being outdoors. Pat was a member of the Sacred Heart Choir and was very active in the church, where she was a teacher of Altar Servers. She also enjoyed traveling, where her journeys took her all over the country and throughout Europe. She had a special fondness for cats and liked to listen to the Lawrence Welk Show. Pat was a member of the Retired Teachers Association as well as the League of St. Mary’s.

Pat is survived by her cousins, Owen and Myrtle Murray of Altamont, NY, Dr. Garth Murray of Bath, NY, Mrs. Julia Casey of Hudson Falls, NY, Mrs. Leta Lobdell, Nina and DJ Morgan, both of Chateaugay, NY and Glenn and Linda Murray all of Cheyenne, WY. Also surviving are Pat are many other cousins and close friends.

She was predeceased by her parents, a cousin, Craig Murray and many Aunts, Uncles, and cousins.

Memorial contributions may be made in Pat’s name to Sacred Heart Church Memorial Fund or North Burke Rural Cemetery, c/o Judy Tavernia, 840 County Route 29, Burke, NY 12917.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Phillips Memorial Home in Massena. Online condolences and memories may be made to www.PhilllipsMemorial.com

NORFOLK – After a lengthy illness, Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Kerr, 86, of Furnace Street, peacefully passed away Sunday afternoon, July 30, 2017 at Massena Memorial Hospital, with her loving family by her side.

Elizabeth was born August 31, 1930 in Syracuse, the daughter of the late Earl and Tressia Scovil Mosher. She was raised on the East Hill Road in South Colton and attended rural schools there. On December 15, 1946, she married Donald W. Kerr, Sr. at her family home with Rev. Seldon Ward, officiating. He predeceased her on November 3, 1973.

Along with raising her children, Elizabeth worked for over 17 years at PACES on the SUNY Potsdam campus. She was a member of the Norfolk Fire Department Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary and a communicant of the Church of the Visitation/St. Raymond’s Parish. She enjoyed cooking, canning, watching television, and her plants – especially her geraniums.

She is survived by her children, Ann and Buck Green of Potsdam; Donald Kerr, Jr. of Massena; Richard Kerr of Norfolk; Deborah and Harold Peacock of Lisbon; Robert and Leona Kerr of Norfolk; Terry and Lisa Kerr of Chesapeake, VA; Tammy and Charles Horton of Norfolk; and Harry and Jennifer Kerr of Massena; 16 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and her husband, Elizabeth was predeceased by a daughter, Florence Mossow on March 25, 2013; a brother, Hollis Mosher in October 2006; and three sisters, Edna Mosher as an infant; Joyce Olson in May 2007; and Teresa Buckley in March 2016.

Friends may call at the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena on Wednesday 4-7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday 10:00 AM at the Church of the Visitation with Rev. Andrew Amyot, celebrating. Burial will follow the service in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Colton.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to a local Disabled American Veterans organization.

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

Arthur P. Smith, Sr. 92, Watertown, passed away on Saturday, July 29th at Samaritan Medical Center where he had been a patient since July 26th.

The funeral service will be 1:00 pm Wednesday, August 2nd at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home. Burial will follow at the Brookside Cemetery with Military Honors. Calling hours will precede the service at the funeral home beginning at 11:00 am. A Luncheon at VFW 1400 in Watertown will follow the burial.

Arthur was born on December 27th, 1924 in Watertown, a son to Robert and Minnie Carson Smith and attended Watertown schools.

He was a WWII veteran serving with the Headquarters Squadron 313th Bomb Wing in the Philippine Islands where he was awarded the Philippine Independence Ribbon and the World War II Victory Medal. He then attended Bombardier School in Texas.

Upon discharge, Arthur married Doris M. Kiblin and worked at the New York Air Brake for 45 years as an inspector. He retired at the age of 65.

Arthur was Post Commander at VFW 1400 in Watertown along with his son, Ronald, where they were the only father-son pair to be commanders at the Watertown Post.

Arthur enjoyed spending time at his hunting camp and fishing.

He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Doris Smith, their three children: Ronald (Penny), Arthur Jr. (companion Mel), Dennis Sr. (Sabrina) and Dennis Jr. (Heather), a grandson raised as their son. He has seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc.

Condolences may be made online at www.reedbenoit.com

Robert P. Regan of Potsdam, NY went to be with the Lord on July 27, 2017. He passed away in the loving care of his family and Hospice. Memorial mass will be held on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 10:00 am at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Potsdam with Rev. Stephen Rocker, celebrating. Interment will be in Foxwood Memorial Park.

Bob was born July 18, 1937 to Mark Regan and Rose Reagan. Bob graduated from Potsdam High School in 1955. In 1959, he graduated from Clarkson University with a degree in Business Administration. Upon graduation Bob worked at Fleeger’s Business Machines in Utica, NY and proceeded to teach Business at Morristown Central School. However, Bob’s true passion was farming and he returned to his family’s land and dairy farm in 1966.

Bob was an avid sports fan. He loved Crimson Tide football, Yankee baseball and St. Lawrence University hockey. He enjoyed mowing his lawn, playing with his dogs Norman and Andrew and reading historical books.

Bob is survived by Sharon, his wife of 49 years; his daughter Kristen (Mike) Regula of Huntsville, AL and his daughter Kimberly Regan of Rochester, NY. Bob is predeceased by his parents and brother, Mark James.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Highway 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Condolences may be shared at www.olearyfuneralservice.com.

ANTWERP – Gwendolyn J. VanOrman, 84, of Oxbow, New York, died on Friday evening, July 28, 2017 at River Hospital, Alexandria Bay.

Born on May 11, 1933 in Norwood, New York, a daughter of the late Joseph and Flo Otta Simmons Tharrett, she graduated from Norwood-Norfolk Central School. On December 13, 1955 she married Raymond A. VanOrman Sr. in Swanton, Vermont. Together they raised 11 children and owned and operated Smiley’s Ice Cream in Oxbow.

Gwendolyn was a member of the Oxbow Fire Department Auxiliary as well as a life member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary. She enjoyed bowling, bingo and going to the casino.

She is survived by nine children, Raymond A. “Dutch” (Susan) VanOrman Jr. of Ogdensburg; Maxine J. Domorod of Rome; Richard A. VanOrman of Oregon; Tammy D. (Albert) White of Theresa; Billie K. (Orville “Junior”) Manning of Antwerp; Chyrel A. (Gary) Davis of Philadelphia; Jerry J. (Rhonda) VanOrman of Gouverneur; Jay J. (Kim) VanOrman of Theresa; Janet L. VanOrman and her companion Mark Denicola of Oxbow; two sisters, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Raymond, who died on November 9, 2005, as well as two sons, Rex Allen and Jesse James VanOrman. Also predeceasing her are two brothers and a sister.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at 1:00 PM at the Oxbow Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow in Oxbow Cemetery. Immediately following the burial, there will be a gathering at the Oxbow Fire Hall. All are welcome.

Arrangements are with the Northridge Cremation Chapel, owned and operated by Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service Inc., located on the Town Line Road in Philadelphia. Online condolences can be made to www.lundyfuneralhome.com .

Leon (Lee) E. Kirby, born in Ogdensburg, NY on July 23, 1940, passed away suddenly at his home in Endwell, NY on June 30, 2017. He was predeceased by his parents Donald L. and Irene (Bushaw) Kirby and a son Peter Kirby. Lee is survived by his loving wife, Ann Kirby; his children, Christopher Kirby, Denver, CO; Matthew (Nicole) Kirby, Buena Park, CA; Sara Kirby, Paoli, PA; Patrick (Veza) Kirby, Murrieta, CA; a stepson, Jeffrey D. Merrill, MD, Berkeley, CA; stepdaughter Lynn Merrill, Elkridge, MD; stepson James (Wendy) Merrill of Sterling, MA; grandchildren Ella and Hazel Kirby, Buena Park, CA; Annabel Simkhovich, Paoli, PA; Chloe Kirby, Murrieta, CA; and step grandsons, Justin and Ryan Merrill. He is also survived by brothers Rev. Donald Kirby, S.J., James (Kathy) Kirby, David (Cynthia) Kirby, Peter (Nancy) Kirby, all of Syracuse, NY; John (Sue) Kirby, Norwell, MA; sisters Mary (William) Manfred, Martha (Steve) Paraszczak, both in Clifton Park, NY; twenty one nieces and nephews; and the mother of his children, Donna Kirby. Lee graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in Ogdensburg, NY and SUNY Canton where he was president of the Student Council. He entered the Army Security Agency in 1960 and served in Korea for 16 months and at several bases in the US. While serving in the Agency he earned the award as Outstanding Soldier of the 3rd Army in Fort Wolters, TX, an Army Commendation Medal and a Medal of Foreign Service while in Korea. Upon discharge from the Army, Lee worked for National Cash Register in Syracuse, NY. In 1966, Lee and his partner John Peck co-founded Southern Tier Cash Register, Inc. in Binghamton, NY. During the final 18 years of Lee’s tenure at STCR, the company was a Premier Business Partner with IBM specializing in retail systems for supermarkets. He sold STCR, Inc. in 2005 after 39 years and retired. Lee was a member of the Church of the Holy Family in Endwell and previously a lector at Saint Patrick’s in Binghamton. He was a member of ASA KOREA and was the editor of the newsletter. He belonged to the Binghamton Rotary Club and was a past president. He was on the board of PAL (Binghamton Police Athletic League) and belonged to SCORE, which is an organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs with business advice. Leisure activities included playing in a men’s hockey league, traveling, serving on civic boards and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was a lifetime member of the VFW. In retirement, Lee and Ann spent their winters in their condo in Indialantic, FL. He also enjoyed golf in Binghamton in the summer and Florida in the winter. A Funeral Mass will be offered at the Church of the Holy Family, 3600 Phyllis Street, Endwell, Friday, July 7th at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. The family will receive friends at the J.A. McCormack Sons Funeral Home, 141 Main Street, Binghamton on Thursday, July 6th from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in memory of Lee may be made to Binghamton Rotary Club, P.O. Box 462, Vestal, NY 13851 or Police Athletic League, 38 Hawley Street, Binghamton, NY 13901.

Terence J. Fortune, age 70, passed away from complications of Parkinson’s disease at Eden Homes’ Greyswood House, an assisted living home, in Bethesda, Maryland, on July 16, 2017.

Terry was born in Watertown, New York on December 27, 1946, to Phillip R. and Margaret Burns Fortune. He attended school in Watertown, and Plattsburgh, New York. He graduated from Georgetown University in 1969 and received a J.D. from Georgetown in 1974. After practicing law with Clifford, Warnke, Glass, McIlwaine & Finney in Washington, D.C., he joined the Legal Adviser’s office at the Department of State in 1977. After working in various departments in that office for six years, he joined the Washington office of Paul, Weiss, Wharton, Rifkind and Garrison, and became a partner in the firm in 1986.

Although Terry loved the law and delighted in legal problem solving, he lived for time with his family and friends. Excursions with his beloved daughters, cold mornings spent chopping firewood with his brothers and best friend John Kovin, road trips to Campbell’s Point, New York for the opening day of Lake Ontario’s fishing season or for a family vacation—these were the days that mattered most to Terry. He loved to read history, fiction, and especially the works of P. G. Wodehouse—whose antic spirit and masterful command of language sustained Terry through any and all adversities. Terry made friends easily, and kept them close. Throughout his life beloved friends gathered around him regularly to give and receive love and good cheer.

Terry is survived by his wife of 32 years, Brandon; two daughters, Martha (Andrew Frankenberger) and Betsy; and one grandson, Leo Terence Frankenberger. He is also survived by his sister Joanne Fortune and brothers Chris and Steve Fortune, as well as his first wife, Cynthia Starling. He was predeceased by his brother David Fortune.

The family would like to extend its gratitude to the loving staff at Eden Homes, and especially to Terry’s kind caregivers Emnet Bayou and Tibebe Asfaw. A memorial service will be held at St. Bartholomew’s Church in Bethesda, MD at 10:30 am on Saturday, September 16. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request that any memorials be made to the National Parkinson’s Foundation or to S.O.M.E. (So Others Might Eat) in Washington, D.C.

Nelson J. DiGregorio passed away August 1, 2017, at his home in Pulaski, under the care of Oswego County Hospice and his family. He was 93 years old. Calling hours will be held at the D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. on Friday, August 4, 2017, from 4-7pm. A 9:15 am prayer service will be held Saturday at the funeral home, followed by a 10am funeral mass at St. Anthony’s Church with Monsignor Robert Aucoin officiating. Burial will follow in Pulaski Village Cemetery with military honors.

Nelson was born in Watertown, NY on September 20, 1923, a son of Giuseppi DiGregorio and Mary Cirrincione. He graduated from Watertown High School in 1941. He was a M4 Sherman Tank welder at the New York Air Brake in 1942 and 1943. He served in the Army Air Corps from 1944 until his honorable discharge on May 8, 1946. Nelson earned his BFA degree from Syracuse University in 1950 and his MS degree at State University, Oswego in 1965. He married Shirley I. Wade in 1946. He was an Art teacher and administrator in the Oswego School District for 31 years and concessionaire at Fair Haven State Park for 58 years.

Nelson was a communicant of St Anthony’s Church. He was a member of the American Legion, Italian American Club and past president of the NYS Art Teacher’s Association. He was widely known for his art pursuits, having won first prize in a national art poster contest in 1939 World’s Fair in New York City. He enjoyed breeding and racing standard and thoroughbred horses at Vernon Downs, Finger Lakes, Saratoga and Monticello Race Tracks.

Along with his companion Rose Marie Gushue, Nelson is survived by his two sons Joseph G. DiGregorio of Oswego, and Mark L. DiGregorio and his wife Ann Marie, Pulaski; three grandsons, seven great grandchildren and one great great grandson; a brother Joseph and his wife Darlene, Watertown; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is predeceased by his wife Shirley I. DiGregorio in 2000, his son Nelson, Jr. in 2014 and a brother Frank in 2009. The family wishes donations be made in his name to St. Anthony’s Church, 850 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY. Condolences may be made to dlcalarco.com

Ernest E. “Pete” Snyder, 71, of Deer River Estates, died Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at his residence after being stricken there.

Pete was born on July 20, 1946 in Lowville, the son of the late Christopher and Anna (Peebles) Snyder. He attended school in Copenhagen. He was previously married to the former Carol Campany. Pete worked for AMF in Lowville, Deer River Lumber Company, Stafford Machinery and retired as a machinist at Black Clawson in Watertown after many years of service.

He played in several bands throughout the north country and loved country music.

He is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law: Patricia Snyder-Delles of Copenhagen and Mrs. Richard (Tammy) Barnhart of Carthage; one son and his wife: Ricky (Katie) Snyder of Indianapolis, IN; 9 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren and many brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his son, Peter Snyder.

Family and friends are invited to a celebration of his life from 4-5pm on Friday, August 4 at the Bezanilla-McGraw Funeral Home in Carthage.

To leave an online condolence, go to www.bezanillafh.com.

Wilbert Edward Lennon, 84, of Deer Run, Plattsburgh, formerly of Canton, died Sunday, July 30, 2017, at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, Plattsburgh.

A mass of christian burial will be held on Friday, August 4, 2017, at 2:00 PM at St. Mary’s Church, 68 Court Street, Canton with Rev. Fr. Bryan Stitt as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canton.

The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, 21 Park Street, Canton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the John Adams, Jr. Amercan Legion, Post 0925, Norfolk or to the American Diabetes Association.

Mr. Lennon was born May 2, 1933, in Abington, PA. He was the son of the late Edward Krusen & Emma Mae (Merrick) Lennon and graduated from Lower Moreland High School in 1951. He then attended Delaware Valley University.

On Aug 28, 1951, he enlisted in the US Navy, serving until his honorable discharge, May 25, 1960.

From 1961-67, he was a janitor and church sexton at Nativity of Our Lord Church in Warminster, PA; he drove a truck for Hatboro Delivery, Warrington, PA from 1967-75; was a custodian for Knox Memorial School, Russell, NY; was a herdsman at Stone Meadow Farm Antiques Plus on the Irish Setttlement Road, Colton. He had also been a herdsman for Earl Jamison in Lahaska, PA.

On October 23, 1953, he married his beloved Maria Dolores Borras in Centreville, MD. The couple raised two daughters and a son. Maria died Sept 1, 2003.

Surviving are his two daughters, Mary B. Lennon and husband Wearn Heinz of Pipersville, PA and Kathleen E. Lennon of Willow Grove, PA; and a son, Dennis M. Lennon of Willard, NY.

Mr. Lennon was a past member and Chaplain for American Legion Post # 0925 and member of the American Hampshire Sheep Assoc.

Some of his interests and hobbies included, working with leather, crafting, belts and handbags; Lionel trains; vegetable gardening; traveling to Ireland (3times) and Alaska, as well as, raising Hamshire sheep.

Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.lawrence funeral home.org

Carolyn J. Stanford, Watertown, passed away Tuesday, August 1st at Samaritan Summit Village. She was 83 years old. Arrangements are incomplete with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Anne Marie Patterson., age 68 of Ogdensburg will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday (Aug. 4, 2017) at St. Mary’s Cathedral with Rev. Joseph Morgan officiating and Rev. Terrence Patterson and Rev. James Shurtleff officiating. Entombment will follow at Foxwood Memorial Park.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday (August 3, 2017) from 4:00 – 7:00pm at the Fox & Murray Funeral Home. Anne Marie passed away on August 1, 2017 at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center.

She is survived by two older brothers: the Reverend Terrence (Terry) R. Patterson of Potsdam and James (Sandra) Patterson of Ocklawaha, FL; a sister-in-law Marlene (Delduchetto) Patterson, along with a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a sister, Faith Marie who died in infancy, a brother Kenneth F. who passed away in 2016, followed by the passing of her beloved dog, Daisy Mae.

Anne Marie was born on August 8, 1948 in Ogdensburg, N.Y. to Wilbert J. Patterson and Marie (LaVenture) Patterson at A. Barton Hepburn Hospital. She lived her entire life in Ogdensburg, and received her early education at Bishop Conroy Memorial School and St. Mary’s Academy. Following her graduation from Ogdensburg Free Academy in 1965, she attended Mater Dei College and received her B.A. Degree from SUNY Potsdam and later her Masters in 1972. She was a certified elementary school teacher by the State of New York, and following her graduation from college, she began her teaching career at OFA, teaching third grade, and transferring to the Lincoln elementary school the following year. She later transferred to the Kennedy elementary school where she remained until she retired in 2008 after 33 years, entirely devoted to teaching third grade in the Ogdensburg City School District. In addition to her duties as a “Master Teacher”, she was also well known by the parents and children for the numerous school programs and special events that enhanced the school curriculum and contributed to the development of the artistic and musical abilities of her students. She was always affectionately known as “Miss Patterson” to her many students and their parents.

Anne Marie never married.

For many years she was a representative for the teacher’s union and negotiating committees. It was largely through her efforts that a “Guard of Honor” was provided for deceased teachers at their respective funerals…. for which she was especially proud and often participated in.

At one time she was an active member of the “Friends of the Library” in their roll organizing the annual book fair, and providing funding for the Ogdensburg Public Library.

As a teenager, she often sang for the morning weekday Masses and funerals at St. Mary’s Cathedral. Indicative of her generation, she loved music, liked to dance and was an avid Elvis Presley fan throughout her, collecting many of his records, albums and memorabilia.

The family wishes to thank all those who helped or assisted Anne Marie during her illness in any way. A special thank you to Dr. Jaitly, Dr. Thompson, Dr. Srivastava together with the nurses, aids and orderlies at the hospital and public health. Also a special thank you to her neighbor, Eric Ashley, who was a great assistance to her in the last years of her life…. helping with household chores, yard work and being there in any time of need. The family is grateful to one and all.

In lieu of flowers, donation may be sent to the Heritage Fund of St. Mary’s Cathedral, The Potsdam Humane Society from where she adopted her beloved dog, Daisy Mae or the American Cancer Society. Condolences can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.