Jolonda M. Wilson, Watertown, 98 passed away at Samaritan Summit Village Monday, January 8th. Mrs. Wilson had been a resident of Summit Village since September of 2013.

Born November 7, 1919 in Watertown she was the daughter of Michael and Mary (Huczel) Tepfenhart. She was a 1937 graduate of Watertown High School, and worked as a sales clerk at Empsall’s Department Store for several years.

She married Stephen A. Szaybel September 28, 1940. He passed away fighting World War II in Germany April 10, 1945. She married William C. Wilson May 19, 1951. He predeceased her October 26, 1995.

Jolonda worked at New York Air Brake during World War II and was a volunteer at the Mercy Hospital gift shop and the hospitals auxillary. She enjoyed bowling, traveling, cards, and crafts.

Surviving are her two daughters Judith Vespa of Watertown and Christine Werno, Willow, North Carolina; grandchildren Julie (Todd) Martin of Watertown, James Vespa of Watertown, Sandra (Tim) Burnett of Watertown, David (Allison) Vespa of Adams, Michael (Hannah) Werno of New York City, Matthew Werno of North Carolina; great-grandchildren Leslie Martin, Eric Burnett, Evan Burnett, Emma Vespa, Layla Vespa; sister Helen Grant of Watertown; nephew Ron Tepfenhart of Brownville; and several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by two siblings, Mary & Tony Tepfenhart.

The funeral service will be 11:00 am Saturday, January 13th at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Watertown. Spring burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery. A calling hour beginning at 10:00am will precede the service at the funeral home.

Contributions may be made in her name to the Summit Village Activities Fund, 22691 Campus Dr., Watertown, NY 13601.

Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc.

Condolences may be made online at www.reedbenoit.com

Victoria R. Potoski of Watertown passed away Friday, January 5, 2018 at her home, surrounded by her family. All services for Mrs. Potoski will be private. She was born June 15, 1949 in Watertown, NY, the daughter of Victor and Grace Schuster Vandermill, Sr. She graduated from Sackets Harbor Central School in 1967.

She married Frank Potoski on May 9, 1970 in Sulphur Springs. She was an employee of Faichney in instrument corporation in her younger years. She was an avid reader, enjoyed knitting and sewing and doing crafts. She also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, loved the outdoors and planting flowers, loved animals especially riding horses when she was younger and canning the vegetables that she grew in her garden.

She enjoyed collecting cookbooks and sharing fond memories from her past and laughing with her family.

Victoria is survived by her husband of 48 years, Frank Potoski of Watertown, two sons and a daughter, Paul and Joseph Potoski and Nicole Potoski all of Watertown, a sister Mrs. Gary (Jeanette) Riordan of Mannsville, NY, three nephews Lee and Anita Riordan, Jody and Pamela Riordan all of Mannsville, and Mark Vandermill of Watertown.

She is predeceased by her mother, Grace Schuster and her father Victor Vandermill, Sr., a brother, Victor Vandermill, Jr., one nephew David Vandermill, and one daughter Tammy Lynn Potoski.

Arrangements are with TLC Funeral Home, Inc.

BARNES CORNERS - Eric Grace, 58, of Sherrill, died Monday, January 8, 2018 at Oneida Healthcare with his brother at his side. Eric was residing at Pexton Street IRA in Sherrill.

William Eric Grace was born on January 22, 1959 in Clarkson, the son of the Gerald E. and Suzanne Kay (Mathes) Grace. He attended local schools and special education classes. He resided with his parents in Barnes Corners and on the Bradish Road. He worked at Lewis County Industries for many years. Eric loved spending time with his family, friends and caregivers.

Eric was a member of Barnes Corners United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his mother Suzanne Redick of Bergen; his four brothers, Thomas Grace of La Plata, MD; Dan Grace of Batavia; Rodger Grace of Barnes Corners; and Stephen Grace of Syracuse; five nieces and a nephew; a great niece and nephew. Eric is predeceased by his Father, Gerald E. Grace who died on February 9, 1977.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 12, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Sundquist Funeral Home, Lowville, with family friend Gerald Beutel, officiating. Spring burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Barnes Corners.

An on-line message of condolence and sympathy may be made to: www.sundquistfh.com

Bettie I. Dillenback Grant, 97, formerly of Clayton passed away Monday evening, January 8, 2018, at Samaritan Summit Village.

A calling hour will be held at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Clayton on Monday, January 15, from 11:30AM - 12:30PM followed by the funeral service at 1PM with Rev. Jennifer Kenna, of Christ Episcopal Church, presiding. Burial in the spring will be in Clayton Cemetery.

Bettie was born in Watertown on June 20, 1920, daughter of Fred and Diane Todd Ierlan. She was a 1939 graduate of Jamestown High School. On December 20, 1941 she married Frederick G. Dillenback in the parsonage of Clayton Methodist Church. Mr. Dillenback died February 12, 1971. She then married Robert P. Grant on October 7, 1972 at Christ Episcopal Church, and he died October 28, 1978.

She began working for First National Bank, currently Key Bank, in 1952 as a receptionist and retired in 1972. She was a member of Christ Episcopal Church and its Altar Guild, Calumet Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, and Clayton Travelers Club. Bettie was a trustee and volunteer at Hawn Memorial Library. She enjoyed playing Bridge and traveling.

Bettie is survived by her son, Frederick G. “Ted” Dillenback and his wife, Beth A. (Roden) Dillenback, Cortland; four grandchildren, Karen (William) Diescher, Laura (Brian) Kelley, and Brian and Gregory Dillenback; three great grandchildren, Jenna and Madison Diescher and Dillen Kelley; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Along with her two husbands, she was predeceased by her two brothers, Bruce and Frank Ierlan, and sister, Dorothy Heintzelman.

Donations in her name may be made to either Clayton Volunteer Fire Dept., 855 Graves St. or TIERS, P. O. Box 524, both in Clayton, NY 13624. Online condolences to Bettie’s family may be posted at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

James (Jim) A. Morrison, 62, died on Monday January 8, 2018 peacefully in his Smith Mtn. Lake home after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was born on May 14, 1955 in Ogdensburg, NY, son of James S. and the late Dorothy Morrison. Jim grew up in Canton, NY and received a BA degree from SUNY Albany. In 1979 he moved to Roanoke, VA and later became a successful small business owner of United Security and Controls, Inc. and Morrison Mechanical. He enjoyed being a member of the Waterfront County Club, boating, jet skiing, being a hobby meteorologist, enjoying his grandsons and relaxing at Smith Mtn. Lake. He is fondly remembered for his quick whit and his ability to make people laugh. Jim is survived by his wife of 39 years, Theresa (Terry Reasoner); and daughters, Kari Morrison, Atlanta, GA, Kelly (Garrett) Brown, Atlanta, GA, Katie (Ben) Bredenkamp, Charleston, SC; grandsons, Aiden and Kieran Brown; Logan and Cooper Bredenkamp; father, James S. Morrison; siblings, Sheryl Morrison (Lynn Blackmore), Andy (Sandy) Morrison, Wendy Landreth, Dan (Cammie) Morrison, Dixie (Loren) Widrick, Lori Morrison (Bob Heman), Scott Morrison; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A Memorial Service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held on Saturday, January 13th at noon at Resurrection Catholic Church in Moneta, VA followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Caringbridge.org; TheDoorways.org. Special thanks to Blue Ridge Cancer Center, Carilion Memorial Oncology and Richmond VCU Oncology. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount – Smith Mountain Lake.

GENEVA/ADAMS- Eugenia Irene Fredenburg Marshall, 81, better known by loved ones and most friends as “Jean”, of 466 West North Street; Geneva, NY, passed into the loving arms of our Lord Jan. 8 peacefully with her family by her side after an extended illness. A very devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and teacher, the heavens have gained an angel.

At the request of Eugenia, there will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be at the Palmisano-Mull Funeral Home; 28 Genesee St.; Geneva, NY on Jan 13 at 1:00pm. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Presbyterian Church of Geneva.

Born on July 22, 1936 and was the daughter to Eugene and Gladys Fredenburg in Antwerp, NY. Eugenia graduated from Adams High School, in Jefferson County, class of 1953. Attended all her college years and is an alumnus from Keuka College in Penn Yan, New York and was member of the Delta Kappa Gamma sorority. Married Robert G. Marshall of Geneva, raised four sons, then continued her education receiving her Master’s Degree in English Education. Eugenia taught English at Waterloo High School for 23 years and her final 2 years at Waterloo Middle School before retiring in 1991. She enjoyed all the students that she worked with and they loved her. She substituted as an Aide at the Happiness House reading stories to children and Substituted as an aide to North St. school and West Street School in Geneva. She was very active with the Presbyterian Church in Geneva while being a deacon and member of the bell choir. She was a very avid fan of Syracuse University sports. She was an active member with the Red Hat Society and a member of TOPS. Eugenia truly loved spending time with her husband and watching her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow up. She enjoyed trips to her hometown of Adams a couple times a year. Also enjoyed reading books, collecting baskets, bells and birdhouses.

Eugenia is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert G.; sons Steven (Cheryl Ferrini Bowman) of Geneva, Brian (Jane) of Gansevoort, NY.; Jeffrey (Lisa), and James of Geneva; 13 Grandchildren: Andrew, Teresa, Amy, Dan, Sara, Robert, Christopher, Ashley, Fairyn, Rheal, Shanna, Tyler and Scott. Three great-grandchildren: Aden, Mia and Aubree. Brother; John (Marion) Fredenburg of Falls Church, VA. As well as many nieces and nephews across the United States and abroad that she loved dearly.

Predeceased by her parents, Sister and brother-in-law, Marjorie and Harris Washburn of Walton, NY and brother and sister-in-law Robert and Marjorie Fredenburg of Chico, CA.

Online condolences for the family may be expressed at www.palmfh.com .

E. William Kellogg died Jan 9, 2018 in Florida. 95 years old and a native of Ischua, NY

James Leon Seguin passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, December 30, 2017 at the Sun City Hospice House in Ruskin, FL.

Surviving James are two sons, Steven (Tami) Seguin of Riverview, FL and Eric (Molly) Seguin of Medford, NJ; a daughter Penny (John) Burt of Watertown, NY; and many loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

James was born on April 10, 1936 in Ogdensburg, NY, a son of the late Henry Benjamin Seguin and Mary Vina (Beams) Seguin. He was the youngest of seven children, and his siblings were Paul, Corinne, Robert, Irene, Jack, and Harriet; all of whom were born in Ogdensburg.

James graduated from high school in Lisbon, NY in 1954 and married Carole (Trombley) Seguin on October 20, 1956 at the First Congregational Church of Ogdensburg. During his career, he worked construction on several of the Raquette River and St. Lawrence River bridges; he was a Production Supervisor at Diamond International in Ogdensburg, NY; a Production Manager at American Cyanamid Pharmaceuticals in Bridgewater, NJ; and he retired as a Production Manager at Merck in Rahway, NJ. James also served two years in the U.S. Army Reserve, being honorably discharged as a PFC in August 1962.

James was a past member of the First Congregational Church in Ogdensburg and past President of the Ogdensburg Moose Lodge. He loved being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. James and Carole helped countless people during their lives, including serving as foster parents for 25 children over a 17-year period.

James wished to be cremated and entombed with his wife, Carole. In order to allow as many friends and relatives as possible to attend, the family will delay the memorial service until James’ birthday on April 10, 2018. The memorial service will be held at the Foxwood Memorial Park in Ogdensburg, NY at a time to be announced.

Constableville- Arsa W. Weiman, age 99, a native of Highmarket and lifelong resident of Constableville, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown. More recently, Arsa had resided at Samaritan Summit Village, near Watertown.

Arsa grew up in Highmarket and graduated from Constableville High School, with the Class of 1934. Thereafter he was employed for several years in logging on Tug Hill. Mr. Weiman enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving his country during WWII, from 1941-1945. For three years he was a member of the 3rd Infantry Regiment and for 18 months, he was a member of the A.G.F. Replacement Center, Fort Meade, MD. His service in WWII also included being stationed for eighteen months in Greenland. Mr. Weiman was honorably discharged as Tech SGT, Acting 1st on September 24, 1945.

Arsa was united in marriage with Judith Ann DeCoursey of Minneapolis, MN, on May 13, 1944, at Trinity Methodist Church, Minneapolis, MN. After serving his country, in the fall of 1945, the couple settled on a dairy farm near Constableville, which he and his brother operated until Arsa was appointed Postmaster at the Constableville Post Office, in 1966. He retired from the Post Office in 1984.

Mr. Weiman was a kind person who found much joy in serving and helping other people. He was an active member of the Constableville United Methodist Church, serving for many years as a Trustee, custodian and lay reader. Arsa enjoyed hunting and fishing and while on vacation he and his wife camped and traveled throughout 48 states of the United States.

In the words of his children, “Arsa was a fantastic father and friend to all.”

He is survived by three sons, Paul Joseph Weiman, Washington D.C., Jerry Frederick (Karen) Weiman, Watertown, Alan James (Barbara) Weiman, West Reading, PA; one daughter, Carol (Chuck) Bergeron, Sussex, NJ; seven grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Judith Ann, on June 11, 2004 and by two brothers, Howard J. Weiman, Inlet and Roger G. Weiman, Turin.

His Funeral Service will be on Sunday at 3:00 P.M. at Trainor Funeral Home, Inc. 143 Schuyler St. Boonville, where calling hours are Sunday 1 P.M. until 3 P.M. Interment in the spring will be in Constableville Rural Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Constableville United Methodist Church, Constableville, NY 13325.

For an online message of sympathy, please go to www.trainorfuneralhome.com.

Mrs Evelyn Frances Hale Dwyer, age 96, of Potsdam passed away on January 11, 2018 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Evelyn was born in Norwood, N. Y. on October 5, 1921 the daughter of the late Roscoe Wallace and Jenny Thompson Hale. She attended schools in Norwood and Potsdam. In July1938 she married Donald J. Dwyer in Potsdam and shared a loving relationship for 40 years. Her husband was an employee of Niagara Mohawk and died in 1978. Evelyn was a stay-at-home Mom until her 4 children were in school. At that time she went to work at W.T. Grants in Potsdam and worked for 20 years. During her life she was an active volunteer at the Blood Clinics, Hospital Guild, and the Methodist Church in Norwood; she loved to crochet and knit many things for her family and charities. Evelyn enjoyed belonging to the Senior Citizens’ Club, AARP, Sandstoners and served as an officer in each organization. She loved to go camping with her husband in their travel trailer and she enjoyed traveling to England, Scotland, Brazil, Canada, Alaska, Hawaii, California, and Florida. Most of all she enjoyed sharing time with her children and grandchildren. Evelyn is survived by her son David (Peggy) Dwyer of Spring Hill, Florida, daughters Marilyn (Stan) McDonald of Maui, Hawaii, Kathleen Lakins of Lakeland, Florida, and her daughter-in-law Bonnie Dwyer of Bushnell, Florida. She also leaves her Grandchildren Susan McDonald Leeder, Jennifer McDonald Crossthwaite, Steven Lakins, Jacquelyn Lakins Carman, Elizabeth Dwyer Dinerstein, Christian Dwyer, Joe Smith, Jenny Smith Krantz, 11 Great Grandchildren, and 4 Great, Great Grandchildren. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Evelyn was predeceased by her parents, her brothers: Lloyd, Roscoe and William Hale, sisters: Virginia Slack, Dorothy Washburn, Alma Beaudin, Beatrice Podgurski, Barbara Perry, Geraldine Lawrence, Sally Beamish, Patricia White, her son, Donald Joseph Dwyer Jr., and grandaughter Karen Elizabeth Lakins.

Visitation will be held in the Spring at the Garner Funeral Home on Lawrence Ave. Potsdam at a time to be determined. Internment will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Potsdam. Online condolences can be shared @garnerfh.com

Cape Vincent, Kenneth F. Hall, 54, of 455 Centre St. Apt. 201, died Tuesday afternoon, January 9, 2018 after being stricken at his residence.

Ken was born on July 3, 1963 in Watertown, the son of the late Jack F. and Barbara E. (Brown) Hall. He attended Carthage Central High School. He married the former Tammy M. Tibbles. Ken was a flooring specialist for many years, working with his brother Jeff who is owner of Hall’s Flooring of Felts Mills. When his father Jack became ill, he dedicated his life to his father’s care until his passing in 2010. Ken was an avid fisherman and hunter and loved the outdoors.

He is survived by his wife: Tammy M. Hall of Carthage; three step daughters, Mrs. Shawn (Amanda) Decker of Natural Bridge, Mrs. Brandon (Shantelle) Lanthrip of Oswego and Danielle Brett of Philadelphia; six Grandchildren, three sisters: Mrs. Edward (Susan) Robbins-Chartrand of Maryville, TN, Mrs. Paul (Deborah) Wilson of Adams and Mrs. Faye (Pamela) Waterman of Clayton; his brother: Jeffrey Hall of Felts Mills and nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, January 19 from 5-7pm at the Bezanilla-McGraw Funeral Home in Carthage where a prayer service be held at 7:00pm. Spring burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Carthage.

To leave a condolence, go to www.bezanillafh.com.

Vernon Lee Monroe, Jr., 84, of Wilmington, NC passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center with his family by his side.

Vern was born in Watertown, NY November 3, 1933, son of the late Vernon Lee Monroe, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Monroe. Though Vern was an only child he gained 10 siblings when he married the love of his life, Beverly Jean (Paris) Monroe on June 20, 1953. Vern and Beverly were happily married for 59 years until she passed on December 3, 2012.

Vern is survived by his son Michael Edward Monroe and wife Carrilee Goslee Monroe and their children, Lauren, Weston and Julia Monroe; daughter Cathy Monroe Pleasant and husband, Scottie Pleasant and their children, Erin Pleasant Boswell (husband Matthew) and Ryan Pleasant (wife Kristin); and daughter, Tracie Monroe Crews and husband Victor Wayne Crews and their children, Victoria, Skyler, Savannah and Jensen Crews.

Vern served in the United States Navy and enjoyed serving his Country and seeing the World, traveling to over thirty different countries. After serving four years in the Navy, Vern was employed by General Electric in Quality Control in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. While working full time, Vern earned his degree from Oklahoma City University. In 1972, Vern’s job with GE brought the family to Wilmington, North Carolina. Vern retired from GE after more than 30 years of service with the company.

After retiring, Vern stayed busy going to yard sales, playing golf as often as he could, going to the movies, and eating out with his friends and family. Vern was a generous man that never met a stranger.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday, January 14, 2018, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel, 1617 Market Street, Wilmington, NC.

The family will receive friends at the mortuary from 1:00 pm Sunday until the service hour, and other times at the Pleasant residence in Wilmington.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com

Andrews Market Chapel Service

GOUVERNEUR – George Roland Moore, age 82, of Gouverneur, passed away on January 10, 2018 at the Gouverneur Hospital.

There will be a calling hour at French Funeral Home in Gouverneur on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. followed by military honors provided by the United States Navy.

George was born on June 23, 1935 in Fowler to the late Robert and Dorothy (Bennett) Moore. He attended Gouverneur Central School and served in the United States Navy from December 2, 1952 until his honorable discharge on May 21, 1956. He earned the National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Navy Occupation Service Medal.

George married Susan Payne on February 15, 1978 at her parents’ home in Oxbow with Donald Hull officiating. Two previous marriages ended in divorce.

r. Moore worked as a Supervisor for International Talc for many years. He loved visiting with his family and friends, camping at Happy Hollow, hunting, fishing and 4-wheeling. He was a true “jack of all trades, and master of none”, enjoying time tinkering in the garage.

He is survived by his wife, Susan; 7 sons, Thomas, James, Joshua, Casey, Anthony, Donald and William Moore; 6 daughters, Julie and Randy Newcombe, Amy Hubbard, Georgette, Debbie Kelly, Cindy McElroy, and Judith Moore; a brother, Harry and Sandra Moore; and 2 sisters, Laura Dusharm and Sue Jane Peck. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by a brother, Robert Moore Jr. and Shirley Charter.

Donations in memory of George may be made to Friends 4 Pound Paws, PO Box 394, Gouverneur NY 13642. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.

Myrna A. Joles, age 91 of Dexter, passed away Wednesday morning at Samaritan Summit Village, Watertown. She had been a resident there since April 2016.

Myrna was born August 23, 1926 in Syracuse, the daughter of Leonard and Doris Mayer Huck and a twin to Ortha G. Bellinger who predeceased her in 2011. She graduated from Dexter High School in 1947, later attending secretarial school and also worked for Jefferson County Personnel Dept. for 20 years, retiring in 1987.

Myrna married Niles A. Joles on August 16, 1947 at First Presbyterian Church, Dexter and they raised four children in Dexter. She lost Niles to cancer in January 1980. She also lost her beloved son David N. Joles in 1971.

Myrna is survived by two sons and one daughter; Gene L. Joles (Sharon Evans Joles) of Florence, Arizona, Thomas A. Joles of Dexter, NY and Susan D. Smith (W. Curtis Smith) of Naples, Florida. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren and one great granddaughter and nieces and nephews.

Myrna was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Dexter and a past member of American Legion Auxiliary of Dexter.

A memorial service will be held at Johnson Funeral Home, Dexter on Saturday January 13th at 3:00 PM with Rev. Gail Parsons officiating. Calling hours will be from 1:00-3:00 prior to the service.

Her love, friendship and sense of humor will be cherished memories by all her family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. Online condolences may be made at dexterfuneralhome.com.

Graveside services for Ruth A. Johnson, age 90, of Morristown, NY will be held at Pine Hill Cemetery in the Spring at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are entrusted to Frary Funeral Home. Mrs. Johnson passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at Riverledge Nursing Home.

Ruth is survived by her daughter, Karen Fournier and her husband, Tom, of Morristown, NY and of The Villages, FL and a nephew, Ronald Wright, of Morristown, NY. She is predeceased by a half sister, Jean Wright.

Ruth was born on September 30, 1927, in Ogdensburg, NY, the daughter of George Albert and Harriett May (Fielding Connell) Lennox. She graduated from Morristown Central School. Ruth married Bruce Royal Van Schaick on September 30, 1948, at Galilee. He predeceased her on May 13, 1962. She then married George F. Johnson on June 14, 1968, in Morristown, NY. He predeceased her on October 1, 2003. Ruth retired from Standard Shade Roller as an operator.

Ruth enjoyed reading and watching television.

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

Tina M. Mitchell, 49, of 35977 State Rt. 26, Carthage, passed January 12, 2018 at her home where she was under the care of her family and Hospice of Jefferson County.

Calling hours will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday, January 15 at the Bruce Funeral Home 131 Maple St., Black River.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, January 16 at the funeral home. Burial will be in the spring at the Evans Mills Cemetery.

Born on April 19, 1968 in Watertown, daughter of William Earl and Nellie Mary Gardner Ashley, she attended Indian River High School. Following school she worked as a home health aide, at Northern Laundry Mat on State St., in Watertown before going to Covidien where she worked up until 2009. In the Fall of 2009 she went to work for the Freeman Bus Corp. as a bus driver until November 2017 when she could no longer work due to her health.

She married Kenneth I. Mitchell of Heuvelton on August 9, 1997 at the Evans Mills Methodist Church, the couple resided in Carthage.

She loved spending time with her grandchildren and she was a member of Mercy Point Church in Watertown and the Smithville Baptist Church.

Among her survivors are her loving husband, Kenneth I. Mitchell, Carthage, her daughter and companion, Kendra M. Mitchell and Craig Kirkpatrick, Russell, NY, her son and his companion, Kenneth I. Mitchell Jr. and Crystal Goodale, Watertown, three grandchildren, Tyler Goodale and Kameron and Colby Kirkpatrick, her three sisters and two brothers in law, Bonnie J. Ashley, Calcium, Linda and Donald Weatherwax, Antwerp, LouAnne and Edward Charlton, Watertown, several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents two brothers, David and George Ashley and two sisters, Jackie and Sharon Ashley died before her.

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

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

David R. Campbell, age 82, of Perry, NY, passed away on Tuesday January 10, 2018 at Suzanne’s Comfort Care Home in Perry.

David was born in New Albany, Indiana on February 13, 1935 a son to the late Arthur and Carrie (Toops) Campbell.

He was a graduate of New Albany High School, received his Bachelors degree at the University of Louisville and received his Masters in education at Indiana University.

He served with the US Marines from 1951 until his discharge in 1954.

He worked in the education field for over 30 years, beginning his career as a school teacher and working his way up to High School Guidance counselor at Watertown High School. He retired in 1996.

He was a member of the East Pitcairn Wesleyan Church in Harrisville, NY and after moving to Perry became a member at the Baptist Church of Perry. He was an active member at his churches, teaching Sunday School, being a part of Bible study, the church choir, a deacon and an usher. He enjoyed constructing and flying model airplanes, boating, fishing, and watching high school and college basketball games. As a teenager and young adult he was an accomplished table tennis player and won many championships. David was a family man who invested most of his time with his wife, children and grandchildren, he enjoyed telling stories and loved to laugh.

He is survived by his wife: Barbara (Chamberlain) Campbell whom he married on February 14, 1958, 2 children: Jennifer (David) Biggs of Cochranton, PA., Todd (Angela) Campbell of Perry, 5 grandchildren: Conner and Collette Biggs, Brennen, Tyler and Cameron Campbell, a brother Gordon D. Campbell of Chelsea, MI along with many nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by 5 siblings: Virginia Skipper, Lois Summers, Gayle, Paul and Roy Campbell.

There will be no prior visitation, funeral services will be held on Monday January 15th at 6:30pm at the Baptist Church of Perry 77 N. Main St. in Perry.

He will be laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery in Perry.

Memorials may be made to Suzanne’s Comfort Care Home 167 N. Main St. Perry, NY 14530 or to the Baptist Church of Perry (for missions) 77 N. Main St. Perry, NY 14530.

For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530

Funeral services for Eugene A. Jones, age 82 of Potsdam and formerly of Lisbon, will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday (Jan 17, 2018) at the First Congregational Church (White Church) in Lisbon with Rev. Andrea Mericle officiating. Burial will be in the spring at White Church Cemetery.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday (Jan 16th) from 2:00-4:00pm & 6:00-8:00pm at the Fox & Murray Funeral Home. Mr. Jones passed away on Thursday (Jan 11, 2018) at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center surrounded by his wife and friends.

Surviving is his wife Mary Jones of Potsdam; nephews Brian Jones & his wife Amie of San Jose, CA and a sister-in-law Pat Jones of Los Gatos, CA along with cousins and many friends.

He was predeceased by his brother Robert Jones and a nephew Edwin Jones.

Gene was born on December 17, 1935 in Ogdensburg NY, a son of the late Edwin & Esther (Lazarus) Jones. He graduated from Lisbon High School in 1953 and later married Dorla Thompson in Sept of 1962. The couple’s marriage later ended. On Sept 4, 2009 he again was married to Mary Gilson at the St. Lawrence County Power & Equipment Museum in Madrid.

In 1964, he began his long career with the NYS Department of Transportation as a Highway Equipment Operator. He later retired in 1991 after 27 years of dedicated service.

Gene was an active member in several organizations to include the Lisbon Volunteer Fire Dept, Lisbon Library Board, Quebec Brook Hunting Club, Joe Indian Land Holders Assn, St. Lawrence Gas & Steam Engine Assn, Seaway Valley Senior Citizens Club, White Church Cemetery Assn, Waddington Lodge #393 Free & Accepted Masons, Scottish Rite Media Temple Shrine in Watertown, NRA, The Black Lake Fish & Game Club, NYS Trappers Assn, The Amber Lodge in Parishville, Parishville Volunteer Fire Dept, Weller Mountain Fish & Game Club, State Wide Senior Action Council, Diamond Sportsman Club, Jester’s and a founding member and contributor of the Lisbon Depot Museum.

Gene enjoyed eating out, socializing, hunting, fishing, picnics, going for rides, watching plays, supporting the community, feeding the deer, 4-wheeling, riding his motor cycle, snowmobiling, and his party boat.

Memorial contributions can be made to the White Church Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 117, Lisbon, New York 13658, Lisbon Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 7002 County Rd 10, Lisbon, NY 13658; St. Lawrence County Power & Equipment Museum, 1755 NY-345, Madrid, NY 13660; Shriners Hospital for Children, 1003 Decarie Blvd, Montreal, QC H4A 0A9, Canada. Condolences can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

MARATHON, NY- Eric Wayne Collins, 40, of 8 Mara Lane, peacefully passed away on Wednesday evening, January 10, 2017 at his home.

Eric was born September 18, 1977 in Potsdam, son of Wayne Royal and Ann Marie Taylor Collins. He was a graduate of Parishville-Hopkinton Central School, and earned an Associate’s Degree from SUNY Canton. He proudly served in the US Army Reserves from January 10, 1995 until his honorable discharge in January 9, 2003.

Eric was a member of the Elks Lodge in Cortland, a lifetime member of the NRA, and had a lifetime sportsman license membership. He was a Police Lieutenant for the State University of NY at Morrisville until becoming ill.

He was an avid outdoorsman, who loved to hunt, four-wheel, and enjoy his cabin in Tug Hill. He was a gun collector, and loved the car races in the Pocono’s, mud bogging and snowmobile races. Eric just loved to be outside having fun. He enjoyed traveling to Alaska and the Western states to Washington, which were some of his most enjoyable moments.

Eric is survived by his wife, Amanda (Sellvoid) Collins; his daughter, Sella Collins, of Marathon; his mother and stepfather Ann Marie and Robert Vuotto of Lexington, KY; his sister, Tracy Collins and her girlfriend, Brenda LaShomb of Marathon; and two brothers, Nathan Collins of Parishville; and Conner Vuotto of Lexington, KY.

He was predeceased by his father Wayne on June 30, 2014.

Friends may call at the Donaldson-Seymour Funeral Home, 4 Cedar Street, Potsdam on Sunday 2-5:00 PM where a funeral service will be held at 5:00 PM with Pastor Lee Sweeney officiating. Burial will be in the spring at Hillcrest Cemetery, Parishville.

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

Clark E. Ritchie, 91, of Gouverneur, died on January 10, 2018. Mr. Ritchie, of Little Bow Road, is survived by one daughter, Jeanne (Paul) Anderson of Mexico, NY, one son, Claude “Spence” (Lori) of Gouverneur, ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and longtime friend Mary McCollouch. He was predeceased by his wife, Jeanne Lacks Ritchie, in 1992. He was also predeceased by his parents, Steward “Si” and Hilda Lucas Ritchie, and a brother, Donald Ritchie.

Mr. Ritchie was born in Old DeKalb, NY, on October 13, 1926. He graduated from Gouverneur High School in 1945 and served in the U.S. Navy. After discharge, he attended Mohawk College in Utica, NY. He married Jeanne Lacks on November 2, 1947, in New Jersey. Mr. Ritchie was employed for several years with the Rouse Construction Company. In 1954 he founded Northern Metals and Construction Company with his brother Donald, which was later named Ritchie Bros. Construction. The company worked on welding and steel projects, as well as general construction contracting. Ritchie Bros. was well known throughout upstate New York, and they were never too busy to help service clubs, churches and other public organizations. Mr. Ritchie also designed and built the Gouverneur bandstand in Village Park. The brothers were awarded Good Citizen awards from the VFW and the American Legion. Mr. Ritchie served as President of Ritchie Bros. Corporation for thirty-four years, retiring in 1989.

Mr. Ritchie was a past member of the Lions Club, the American Legion, the Gouverneur Planning Board, the Gouverneur Board of Grievances, the Cranberry Lake Fish and Game Club, and the Gouverneur Cemetery Association. He attended the Gouverneur First United Methodist Church.

Mr. Ritchie was a man of varied interests and talents. He was interested in wild waterfowl, and kept a large flock of wild ducks, geese and swans in his pond for many years. He was also interested in racing homing pigeons, and owned many winning birds. He also kept beagles, which he hunted and used in A.K.C. field trials throughout the northeast and Canada. Mr. Ritchie was an excellent shot with rifle and shotgun, and many tales are told about his exceptional long-range vision. He was very proud of his Scottish heritage, and in his later years, spent a lot of time in Scotland, walking the footsteps of his forefathers. He was able to take both of his children and his three oldest grandchildren with him on trips to Scotland. Mr. Ritchie devoted extensive hours to studying his family’s genealogy and compiling information and research, and in 1994, published “Ritchie: Scotland to USA,” a full-length book tracing the Ritchie lineage back to the sixteenth century. In the foreword of the book, he wrote, “If you are a Scot, you have much to be proud of – if you are not, you may wish you were.” He distributed the book widely to relatives in the United States and Scotland, and it was received with great interest and enthusiasm. In all, he traveled to Scotland nine times.

A private celebration of Clark Ritchie’s life will be held by the family, with Pastor Paul Anderson officiating. French Funeral Home, of Gouverneur, is in charge of arrangements. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery. Contributions in Mr. Ritchie’s memory may be made to the Riverside Cemetery Association of Gouverneur.