David Ellis, also known to his family and friends as “Davey” and “Dido”, peacefully departed on Friday, March 9, 2018, at the age of 70 surrounded by his loving family in Brasher Falls, NY.

A native of Albany, Davey was born on May 20, 1947 to the late Mary and David Ellis. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sharon (Bovia) Ellis; his daughter Michele Ellis-Porcaro and son-in-law Marc Porcaro; and his granddaughters Maia and Luna Porcaro. He will be dearly missed and remembered by his sister Mary Sanford (late Thomas); sister Shirley Hicks (late James); as well as his beloved nieces, nephews and his furry best friend Ollie.

Davey attended Schuyler High School and graduated in 1965. Serving his country during the Vietnam War, 1966-1968, as a private in the Army, he earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Vietnam Service Medal. He retired from the New York State Bridge Authority (Rip Van Winkle Bridge, Catskill) in 2002.

Fifteen years ago, Dido relocated to the North Country to devote his golden years to nurture his granddaughters whom he adored. Their number one fan at sporting events, concerts and plays, Dido would share his thoughts with the local editors praising the school teachers and all the children for the memorable performances. An avid writer, he was often published in newspapers with compassion for humanity and animal rights. Quite the storyteller, his powerful voice would recount his days as a young boy and teenager living in the south end of Albany.

Davey was a huge fan of all sports and he had a particular fondness for the Baltimore Orioles. As a music aficionado, the soundtrack to his life was filled with sweet melodies that he instilled in his daughter and granddaughters. Davey was the champion of name that tune and could let you know the title, artist and year recorded with just a few lyrics. His spirit will live on and we will remember him whistling and humming familiar Motown classics, especially My Girl by The Temptations. “I got sunshine on a cloudy day....”

There are no planned services at this time. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Davey’s name to A Little Bit of Heaven (horse rehabilitation sanctuary) www.alittlebitofheaveninc.org 35 Hallahan Rd, North Lawrence, NY 12967 (315) 276-5415

As Dave would often say, “Peace”.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop, where you can share a memory or a condolence with Davey’s family at www.hammillfh.com.

Debra L. (Coburn) Neddo, age 63, passed away on Saturday morning, February 24, 2018 in The Villages, Florida, surrounded with the love of family and friends after courageous battles with cancer. She was born December 21, 1954 in Watertown, NY, and spent most of her youth living in Evans Mills, graduating in 1973 from Indian River Central School. After graduation Debra worked at the former Mercy Hospital in the Administration Department. Her intelligence and kindness called her to the field of nursing. Determined and dedicated, she worked days and attended night classes at SUNY Canton. She had a rewarding career for many years as an RN at House of the Good Samaritan hospital while living in Watertown and, after moving to The Villages in 2008, at The Villages Regional Hospital where she became a Certified Rehab RN.

Debra married Alfred Edward Neddo, III on November 28, 1992. Ed predeceased her in November 2016, with Debra nursing him through his hospice period. Her father, Leonard C. Coburn, Sr., also preceded her in death this past June 2017, just as she learned of her own reoccurrence of cancer. She wrote: “Let the journey begin (again), this is going to be one hell of a fight” as she bravely moved forward.

She is survived by a son: Joel Coburn, of Northhampton, MA, her mother: Donna Pooler (Bob), The Villages, FL, Step-mother: Winnie Coburn, Sackets Harbor, NY, sisters: Candice Alguire Hensler, Lynnwood, WA, Shelly Alguire Richard (Mark), Dublin, GA, and Katie Pooler, Clayton, NY, brothers: Larry Coburn (Erin), Watertown, NY, Michael Coburn (Lisa), Vero Beach, FL, Randal Coburn (Athena), Glenmont, NY, Leonard C. Coburn, Jr. (Lori), Adams, NY, Cary Coburn, Virginia Beach, VA, and Tracy Coburn (Ann), Adams, NY, stepsons: Anthony Neddo (Justina) and Rich Neddo (Stacy), both of Watertown, NY, several nieces, nephews, cousins, MANY dear friends in New York and Florida, and her current beloved animal children - her cat: Tasha and her Paso Fino: Rosa Maja de Vez.

A celebration of her life was held in The Villages by the nursing staff of The Villages Regional Hospital and a memorial honoring her will be placed in the hospital garden. The nurses and doctors she worked with each made a special visit to her in her final days and she appropriately held ‘Queen’ status as a patient there as she passed. Numerous colleagues and patients knew, and will remember, Debra for her warm smile, contagious laugh, and great compassion.

Debra enjoyed spending time with friends and family, dancing to live music, traveling, beach walks, shopping, loving on her cat(s) and adventuring with her beloved horse, Rosa. As an animal lover she didn’t mind being considered the ‘crazy cat lady’ on each occasion of a feral cat rescue (some of which she adopted into her home, naming one “Stormy”) and she was absolutely thrilled to have her own horse again living in Florida. Time spent at the Preiss farm with her Rosa, trail riding with friends, and giving attention to all the other horses were amongst her best moments. She was a giver and caretaker at heart, offering of herself to anyone in need. Debra maintained long-distance and life-long friendships. Love never dies.

Planning is underway for a memorial Celebration of Life for both Debra and Ed, to be held this summer in Watertown, NY, after a private family gathering for interment of the ashes.

Massena: Betty J. Beaulieu, age 88 passed away on Friday morning, March 16, 2018 at the St. Regis Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. Funeral Services for Betty will be held Monday, March 19, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. Friends and family may be received on Monday March 19, 2018 from 12:00 P.M. until the time of services at Phillips Memorial Home in Massena with Rev. Jack Down officiating. A spring burial will take place at the convenience of the family, in Calvary Cemetery, Massena.

Betty was born on January 17, 1930 in Massena the daughter of the late Guy and Lillian Sutton. She married Roderick W. Beaulieu on August 5, 1950 at St. Patrick’s Church in Hogansburg, NY with Rev. Msgr. Walter Funcke presiding.

She is survived by her five loving children, Richard A. and Carol Beaulieu of Lisbon, NY; Dale J. and JoAnn, and Timothy C. and Stephanie both of Massena, NY; James F. and Gina of Brasher Falls, NY; Marsha and Larry Taillon of Plainfield, IN, nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; Tyler Converse, Alexa Taillon, Ryder LaBarge, Jack Beaulieu and Ruby Beaulieu. She was predeceased by two brothers and a sister, Robert and Vernon Sutton and Phyllis Martell, a son Larry L. Beaulieu in 1961 and her husband Roderick in 1997.

Betty was a communicant of St. Joseph’s Church. She enjoyed knitting and baking cookies for her grandchildren and enjoyed many years camping with friends and family. She was known throughout the community as a loyal patron of many establishments, where restaurant staff and owners knew her on a first name basis, where hugs and smiles were dished out along with her favorite meals. Betty’s most enjoyable moments, were the times spent with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and family.

In Lieu of flowers, the family kindly request memorial contributions in Betty’s name be sent to Hospice & Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley; 6805 US-11, Potsdam, NY 13676

Online condolence are welcome to be shared with the family, please visit www.PhillipsMemorial.com.

Wendell W. Flath Sr. age 78 of Mullin Road, Dexter, passed away Friday afternoon at Summit Village, Watertown.

Wendell was born October 23, 1939 in Watertown the son of Clarence and Mildred Allen Flath.

He graduated from Dexter High School in 1957 and entered the Army right after graduation; serving at Ft. Bliss, Texas until discharged.

Wendell married Barbara Bishop on July 18, 1958 at the Stone Presbyterian Church in Watertown. The couple lived in Dexter until moving to the Mullin Road in 2004.

Wendell worked at Tip Top Bakery, Kodak for 3 years and operated a Mobil Station in Dexter from 1971-1978. He drove school bus for General Brown Central School until retiring in 2002.

Wendell was a member of Smith- Savage Post American Legion, Dexter Masonic Lodge #1072 and the Watertown Elks Club #496.

He enjoyed stockcar racing and NASCAR.

He is survived by 2 sons: Wendell “Wayne” (Becky) Flath Jr. of Dexter and Steven Michael Flath of LaFargeville and daughter-in-laws Diane Flath and JoAnne Flath. He has seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his wife Barbara on Feb. 28, 2017 and his son Richard Flath on October 2, 2009 and a grandson Richard Flath.

Funeral services will be Saturday March 24th at 11:00 am at the Johnson Funeral Home, Dexter. Calling hours will be Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Burial will be in the spring at Dexter Cemetery. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Dexter Masonic Lodge PO Box 531 Dexter, NY 13634. Online condolences may be made to dexterfuneralhome.com.

Robert W. Brenon, Dexter, passed away in the Emergency Room of Samaritan Medical Center Thursday, March 15th. He was 92 years old.

Born in Watertown July 29, 1925, Robert was a son to Grover and Julia (Weaver) Brenon. He and his family lived in the house at Thompson Park Zoo where his dad was the zoo’s curator. Caring for the zoo lead to his love of horses and animals in general.

Robert was educated at Holy Family School. He loved to draw, and he created several art pieces which were used for decoration in the school.

Robert lived in several locations in which include Kenner, LA, Metairie, LA, Baton Rouge, LA, and Baytown, Texas.

Robert was a jack of all trades. He hauled turkeys for River Valley Turkey Farms, built fences for Gus Champlin Fencing and William Champlin Fencing, drilled wells for Keller Well Drilling, and was a career carpenter. He is a former owner of Birdland, and also built a fifth wheel trailer that he and his family lived in.

He married Audrey Jeffers at Asbury Methodist Church in May of 1951. He and Audrey had a daughter, Arlene, and the marriage ended in divorce. On April 3, 1970 he married Melody Champlin in Central Square, New York. He and Melody had 7 children.

Besides his wife, Melody, he is survived by his children: Arlene and Tom Martin, Penny and Tom Holder, Maureen and Craig Debien, Robin Brenon, Amie and Jeff Boyanski, Lisa Brenon, James Brenon, Jason Brenon; his grandchildren: Shawn Martin, Eric Martin, Christopher Martin, Tiffany Boudreau, Erika Earley, Jordan Holder, Michael Caulkins, Matthew Caulkins, Nicholas Boyanski, Jacob Boyanski, Abigail Boyanski; a brother and sister in-law: Grover H. and Charoltte Brenon; and 2 great-grandchildren.

He is predeceased by his sisters: Katie, Dorothy, and Pauline.

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

NAUMBURG — Myrtle B. “Myrt” Hoch, 97, formerly of Naumburg Lane and Karcher Estates, died on St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17, 2018 at Lewis County Residential Health Care Facility where she had resided since June of 2017.

Miss Hoch was born on August 29, 1920 in town of Croghan, the daughter of the late Edward and Hazel (Miller) Hoch where she graduated from Beaver Falls High School. Myrtle was a machine operator for Climax Manufacturing in Castorland and in 1968 she became a secretary for her brother Nelson, at his business, N.L. Hoch Electric in West Carthage, retiring in 1986.

Myrtle made her home on Naumburg Lane next door to the Beaver Valley United Methodist Church where she was a member.

Myrtle is survived by her cousins and friends. She is predeceased by her brother, Nelson L. Hoch who died on May 28, 1994.

Per Myrtle’s wishes, a spring graveside service will be held in Naumburg Union Cemetery, with Rev. Tracy Cook, Pastor of the Beaver Valley UMC, and Rev. Bruce W. Chapman, retired minister, officiating.

Memorials in Myrtle’s name may be made to: Beaver Valley UMC, P.O. Box 127, Castorland, NY 13620

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

Linda M. Larkin, 71, of Adams, died Saturday March 17, 2018 at Samaritan Keep Home, Watertown, where she had been a resident since 2013. A memorial service will be 7:00 pm Wednesday March 21 at the Piddock Funeral Home, Adams, with Rev. Cathy Hamilton officiating. Calling hours will precede the funeral beginning at 5:00 pm. Burial will be private.

Born March 15, 1947 in Oswego, daughter of Joseph P. and Lilian (Palmerton) Zollo, she attended Phoenix High School. She worked at the former Will & Baumer Candle Factory in Syracuse for a short time.

A marriage to Floyd LaFlamme ended in divorce.

She moved to Adams in 1981and later married Donald C. “Pete” Larkin of Adams in 1987. The couple lived in Adams all their married life.

For several years Linda was a babysitter for many families in the area. She was well known as an expert baker, supplying the former Cafe Mira, Gill House Restaurant and Way Home Foods, as well as her family and friends with her outstanding baking skills.

Surviving besides her husband Pete, is a son Jeffrey (Karen) LaFlamme, Adams; seven grandchildren; one step son John Larkin, Rochester; one step daughter Michelle (William) Marshall, Webster; four step grandchildren; one brother Mark (Sandy) Zollo, NC; one sister Patricia (Donald) Nuffer, Watertown; and several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by a son David, who died at birth and one daughter, Kim Stewart who died September 2007.

Donations in her memory may be made to the Adams United Methodist Church, 36 East Church Street, Adams, NY 13605.

Condolences may be made at www.piddockfuneralhome.com.

Mrs. Mary E. Akley, 82, of Canton passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, March 17, 2018 in the emergency room at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital. She had been stricken at home.

Mary is survived by a daughter, Helen and Timothy Dominy of Canton; two granddaughters, Catherine and Sarah Dominy; a brother-in-law, Wayne Akley of Potsdam; two close friends, Shirley Silver and Ann Jones and by nieces and nephews.

A granddaughter, Stacy Dominy and a brother-in-law, Elmer Akley predecease her.

Mary was born November 30, 1935 in Potsdam, the daughter of the late Charles and Alice (Burke) Desmond. She graduated from Potsdam High School in 1953. On May 7, 1960, she was married to Leroy E. Akley at St. Mary’s Church with Father Albert O’Brien, Pastor celebrating the marriage. Mary worked for McGowan’s Drugstore and Farm Credit prior to becoming employed by St. Lawrence County, working as a clerk in the Sheriff’s office and later the DMV as a clerk. She retired in 1990, after 27 years with St. Lawrence County.

Mary enjoyed farming with her husband in her younger days, she was a charter member of the West Potsdam Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and loved her cats and dog.

Contributions in Mary’s memory may be made to the West Potsdam Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, 801 CR 34; Potsdam, New York 13676 or to St. Mary’s Parish, 2 Powers Street; Canton, New York 13617.

Calling hours for Mary will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the O’Leary Funeral Home Canton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 1:00 pm at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Canton with Father Brian Stitt, Pastor celebrating. Burial in the spring will be in the St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canton.

Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.olearyfuneralservice.com. Arrangements for Mrs. Mary E. Akley are under the care of the O’Leary Funeral Service of Canton.

GLENFIELD — Richard Martin Kapfer, 88, of Glenfield, New York, passed away peacefully at Lewis County General Hospital with his devoted wife by his side on Sunday, March 18, 2018.

Richard was born in Utica, NY on April 27, 1929. A son of the late Frank and Mary (Roberts) Kapfer. Richard attended Turin Union School. He is a veteran of the Korean Conflict where he served as a member of the U.S. Marine Corp. He was employed at Lyons Falls Pulp and Paper (formally Georgia Pacific) for 40 years as a hardwood operator and served several terms as president of the local United Paper Workers International Union. Richard loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, sharing his skills of wood working, and enjoyment of snowmobiling and four wheeling. Richard and his wife spent time traveling cross country, enjoying summers at Sand Pond and winters in Zephyrhills, FL. Richard had quite a sweet tooth and loved all of his wife’s home baked goodies.

Richard is survived by his wife of 67 years, Lucy (Mealus) Kapfer of Glenfield. They were married October 28th, 1950 at the United Methodist Church in Turin NY with Reverend Straight officiating, in a candlelight service.

He is also survived by his children, daughter Judy and husband Michael Ripp, of Lyons Falls, NY, son Dennis and wife Lynne, of Norwich, CT, son Lynn and wife Laurie of Rotterdam, NY and son-in-law Don Fromal of Advance, NC; his grandchildren, Mary Kathryn (Kapfer) and husband Ryan Larmouth, of Mansfield Ma, Brian Fromal and wife Jennifer Deal of Charlotte, NC, Kristen Fromal and husband Eric Ho, of Asheville, NC and Kevin Kapfer of Norwich, CT; great granddaughter Lilah Larmouth and has two more great grandchildren joining the family this summer. Richard is also survived by his brother, Bill Kapfer of Turin NY and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his loving daughter Linda (Kapfer) Fromal of Advance, NC.

Calling hours will be Thursday evening, from 5-8p.m. at Iseneker Funeral Home, Inc., Lowville. The funeral service will be Friday morning at 11am at the funeral home with Reverend Bruce W. Chapman officiating. A reception will immediately follow the funeral service at the 3-G Fire Hall. Spring burial with Military Honors will take place at Old Glendale Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the Linda Fromal Sunflower Fund c/o The Davie Community Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 546, 107 N. Salisbury St Mocksville, NC 27028 daviefoundation.org.

The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff at Lewis County General Hospital for the kind and compassionate care provided to Richard during his time there.

Condolences may be made online at www.isenekerfuneralhome.com.

Lucy Gaff Janis, 98, formerly of Sandy Creek, died March 16, 2018, at Samaritan Summit Village, Watertown.

Lucy is survived by her children, Michael Janis, Marsha Rowe, Michele Bellinger, Mary Ellen Beebe, Wanda Zegers, Ann Futch, and daughter-in-law, Trudy Stacks. Lucy’s husband, Mike, passed away in 1992. She was also predeceased by her son, LaDan Stacks, a sister, Eris Hulsey, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

In addition, Lucy is survived by 28 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren.

The family wishes to thank the caregivers of Samaritan Summit Village, many of whom became very dear to Lucy over the years, especially her roommate, Chris Hill. Lucy was much loved and will be greatly missed.

Memorial contributions in Lucy’s name may be sent to the CNY Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Attn: Team Declan (Extreme Hike), 200 Gateway Park Drive, Bldg C, Syracuse, NY 13212.

Graveside services will take place later this spring in Woodlawn Cemetery, Sandy Creek. Summerville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

CROGHAN – Burton E. Kloster, 78, passed away Monday morning, March 19, 2018 at his home, under the loving care of his family and Lewis County Hospice.

A funeral Mass will be said at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 2018 at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church, Croghan with Rev. Donald Manfred, pastor, officiating. Spring burial will be at St. Vincent DePaul, Belfort. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Vincent’s Oratory, Belfort, P.O. Box 38, Croghan, NY 13327 or Friends of Lewis County Hospice P.O. Box 266 Lowville, NY 13367. Arrangements are with Iseneker Funeral Home, Inc., Lowville.

He is survived by his siblings and their spouses; George “Casey” and Julie Kloster of Long Pond, Carole Hoch of Croghan, Gilbert and Susie Kloster of Belfort, Patrick and Donna Kloster of Long Pond, and Timothy Kloster of Croghan; an aunt, Beverly Kloster; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is predeceased by three siblings; Thomas Kloster, who died in the Vietnam War, Michael Kloster; and Delphine Kloster, who died in infancy.

Burt was born on July 8, 1939 in Lowville, a son of the late Rueben and Nora Kuhl Kloster. He attended country school at Indian River and Father Leo Memorial School. He worked for Climax in Castorland before going to work in construction. He worked for several contractors throughout New York State, including the new addition to Beaver River Central School in the late 1960’s and Route 126 from Naumburg to Carthage. He retired in 2001 from working construction on Ft. Drum.

Burt was a communicant of St. Stephen’s Catholic Church. He was a member of Beaver River Fish and Game. He was also an honorary member of Balsam Creek Hunting Club and Harrisville Rod and Gun Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, ATV riding, and was well known for his fast pitch in the Lewis County Fast Pitch Softball League.

Condolences may be shared online at www.isenekerfuneralhome.com .

The Memorial service for Arlene Jane Thomas Fillhart will be held at the Zion Episcopal Church, Pierrepont Manor on Saturday, March 24th at 2:00 pm. A calling hour will precede the service at 1:00 pm at the church. A reception will follow the service in the Parish House immediately after.

Arlene was born December 15, 1929 in Ilion, NY, daughter of Renwick and Frances Brown Thomas. She died March 15, 2018, at her daughter Gwen’s home in Watertown, NY, under the care of her family and Hospice. That span of 88 years encompasses a remarkable life.

As a young girl, she traveled north to visit her Uncle Clark and Aunt Dorothy Thomas, and met the boy next door, Niles Fillhart. Arlene graduated from Ilion High School in 1947, and worked as a file clerk at Remington Rand. She and Niles were married March 26, 1949 at the Ilion Baptist Church. After his Marine Corps service they settled on the family farm on Washington Park Road, in the town of Lorraine. They purchased the farm, added to its land, and continued to run it together until Niles’ death in 1983.

Arlene enjoyed life’s simple pleasures. She was an avid reader, enjoyed crocheting, basket weaving, gardening, bird watching and baking.

Arlene frequently wrote to shut-ins, family members, and friends, and you could always be assured of a card in her beautiful handwriting on your birthday or anniversary. She was a dedicated member of her church, Zion Episcopal in Pierrepont Manor, and served in many capacities over the years. She was a past 4H club leader belonged to Home Bureau, the South Jeff Historical Society, and a regular Bible study group, along with other community organizations.

Arlene worked as an American Greetings merchandiser well into her 80s, and only stopped when ill health forced her to. She was very independent and chose to live alone in farmhouse until she was 87.

Her six grandchildren, Jessica Fillhart Maneyapanda, Nicholas Fillhart, Noel and Niles Brown, Erik Wollum, and Lydia Fillhart, all testify to Arlene’s devotion as a grandmother. She helped raise them all, and seldom missed a concert, play, or scouting event. She welcomed Subbaiah Maneyapanda as a grandson-in-law, and was delighted at the births of her great-grandchildren, Navya, Lila, and Nathan Maneyapanda.

Arlene is survived by her children; Bob and wife Robin of Kent Lakes, NY, Ron and wife Ann of Lacona, daughter Gwen and husband Larry Wollum of Watertown, and Beth and husband Kerry Augustus of Watertown, along with a beloved nephew and his family, Doug, Christine, and Lauren Eggleston of Sackets Harbor. She is also survived by her first cousin, Dave Thomas of Rodman, Norm and Jean Yerdon, lifelong friends and neighbors, and her Zion Episcopal Church community.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband Niles, son Tom, sister Betty Thomas Eggleston, and brother John, who died in childhood.

In lieu of sending flowers to the funeral home, Arlene would suggest you send flowers to a shut-in, or anyone whose day would be brightened by flowers, as hers often was. Donations may also be made to the North Country Library System, 22072 County Road 190, Watertown, NY 13601, Rhode Center 2 E Church St, Adams, NY 13605, or South Jefferson Rescue Squad 38 Main St, Adams, NY 13605.

Online condolences may be made to www.carpenterstoodley.com

Nancy D. Wolfford, 78, of LaFargeville passed away Monday, March 19th, 2018. A complete obituary will follow. Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc.

CHATHAM, Jane Woodard Virkler, age 85, of Chatham, VA, entered into rest on March 5, 2018 at Guggenheim Hospice in Lynchburg.

She was born on November 20, 1932, in Lecona, NY, the daughter of the late Paul Woodard and the late Lois Woodard. She was married to the late Walter J. Virkler.

She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

She is survived by four daughters, Valerie (Robert) Virkler-Bartlett, Kathleen (Richard) Chapman, Rebecca (Richard) Tobojka, and Sarah (Bonner) Scott; one son, Walter J. (Donna) Virkler III; fourteen grandchildren, Richard Chapman, Jr., Adam Chapman, Amanda Chapman, Matthew Virkler, Jonathan Virkler, Mark Virkler, Quinlan Scott, Ranger Scott, Shepard Scott, Porter Scott, Yancey Scott, Mary Scott, Wimberly Scott, and Archer Scott; six great-grandchildren, Luke Chapman, Anna Chapman, Cole Chapman, Xavier Chapman, Scarlett Chapman, and Myla Chapman; three nieces, Gaela Wilson, Joyce Lyons, Beth Brautigan; and two nephews, William Easton and Ethan.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Pauline Wilson.

Funeral services were conducted at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Thursday March 8, 2018 at 2:00 pm.

Scott Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Chatham is serving the Virkler family. scottfuneralhomechatham.com.

Olive L. “Sally” Shaw, 87, of Bradford, IL and formerly of Brownville, New York, died at 1:40 p.m. Friday, March 16, 2018 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois. Cremation rites will be accorded.

Sally was born June 27, 1930 in Troy, New York the daughter of Benjamin and Carrie (Hildreth) Fountain. She married Robert A. Shaw February 8, 1958. He preceded her in death April 21, 2009.

She is survived by one daughter, Sharon (Edward) Bauer of Bradford, IL, 3 grandchildren: Carrie (Thomas Null) Bell of Bradford, IL , Heather Bauer of Bradford, IL, and Mark Bauer of Bradford, IL; 2 great-grandchildren: William and Brian Bell; 4 step great-grandchildren: Nathaniel, Alexander, Conrad, and Elizabeth Null and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one son, Richard, and one daughter, Cynthia.

Sally graduated from Lansingburg High School in Lansingburg, NY with the class of 1948. She volunteered at the Watertown Public Broadcasting System in Watertown, NY. Sally was a member of the Brownville Study Club and the River Rovers Camping Group.

Memorials may be directed to the Watertown Public Broadcasting System, Watertown, NY.

The family would like to say thank you to Susan Koch for all her help before Sally Moved, Heartland Healthcare in Henry, and the OSF Staff who helped keep her comfortable in her last days.

Online condolences may be sent to www.grant-johnsonfh.com.

Jack Ronald Hammond, 81 of Sandy Creek, passed away peacefully Monday March 19, 2018 at the home of his daughter Denise.

Jack was born March 3, 1937 in Wayland, NY to Raymond and Helen (Brunswick) Hammond. He graduated from Batavia High School and served in the United States Army from 1955-58 and was called again during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was a self-employed antique dealer for many years. He married Shirley Fantom in 1960, she passed February 8, 2012. Jack was a member of the Sandy Pond Sportsman’s Club and enjoyed hunting, traveling and his family who he loved dearly.

Surviving are his daughter Denise Conzone; his son Jack Hammond Jr.; grandchildren Shane Conzone, Jack Hammond, III and Nicole Nalle; a brother Joe (Justine); a sister Marilyn; nieces and nephews Kathryn (Scott) Coldren, Stephanie Hammond, Nathan (Katharine) Hammond, Phil Epstein, Kristopher Day, Kenneth Day and Martha.

Calling Hours will be Saturday March 24, 2018 from 1-3pm with the Funeral Service immediately following at 3pm at Summerville Funeral Home. A reception will follow the service at the Lacona VFW and a Celebration of Life is planned for June 9, 2018 at 1pm at the Sandy Pond Sportsman’s Club.

Donations may be made in his honor to either the Sandy Pond Sportsman’s Club or the Oswego County Fair Association. The family wishes to extend a special Thank You to Mary Wallis and Wayne Salisbury for their friendship and companionship during Jack’s last years.

Alexandria Bay – Lillian S. Williams, 96, passed away early Tuesday morning at St. Joseph’s Home in Ogdensburg, where she had been a patient since November of 2017.

Lillian was born on October 13, 1921 in Auburn, Maine, the daughter of Harry and Rose Yerkes Gurwitz. She graduated from OFA in Ogdensburg, NY. She married James A. Williams on October 8, 1946 in Ogdensburg, NY. Mr. Williams passed away in June of 1977.

Lillian worked for many years as an Operator for New York Telephone in Ogdensburg and then Alexandria Bay. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, was an avid bowler and enjoyed playing BINGO.

She is survived by her daughter, Mary Lou Williams, Alexandria Bay, her sons, Bob “Beefer” (Andree) Williams, Alexandria Bay; John (Dianne) Williams, Bedford, TX; Michael Williams, South Bend, IN; Larry (Carol) Williams, Wilkinson, IN; Tom “Augie” (Debbi) Williams, Milford, MI; and Gary “Critter” (Donna Hutton) Williams, Alexandria Bay; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Estelle Friedland, Naples, FL. A brother, Daniel Gurwitz pre-deceased her.

Calling hours will be held from 5-8 at Costello Funeral Home on Friday, March 24th. A funeral mass will be at 11:00 am on Saturday at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church with Father Doug Comstock officiating. Burial will follow at Barnes Settlement Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alexandria Bay Fire Department, 110 Walton St., Alexandria Bay, NY 13607.

Online condolences may be written at www.costellofuneralservice.com.

Beryl Arlene Stevens Remington, 94, died March 19, at Samaritan Summit Village. Beryl was born August 29, 1923 at home to parents Perry Stevens and Grace Frederick Stevens, in the Town of Ellisburg. She attended Gallea Elementary School, graduating from Belleville Central School in 1941 and the House of the Good Samaritan School of Nursing in 1944.

Beryl married her high school sweetheart, Earl Remington, March 10, 1945 in the Ellisburg Methodist Church, the Rev Wendall A. Carter officiating. The couple lived in Ellisburg and Watertown before settling in Brownville from 1950 to 1980.

In addition to being a homemaker for her husband and four children, she had a career in nursing at HGS as clinical instructor and general duty and at Watertown BOCES teaching practical nursing students. She attended NYU and Oswego State University for certification to teach in the nursing programs.

The couple retired in June 1979 to care for their aging parents and have more time with family. In 1980 they built a home on the Stevens’ property, Route 3, in Southern Jefferson County. After the elders passed away they spent winters in N. Ft. Myers, Fla. from 1985 to 1997. In 2000, they move to a new home in Adams village to be nearer services. After her husband died in 2013, she moved to Samaritan Summit Village asst. living in 2014.

Beryl has been a member of the Methodist Church in Ellisburg and Brownville. She is a life member of the HGS Alumnae Association. During the children’s school years she was active in PTA, Scouts, and 4-H, and attending school sporting events. Earl and Beryl enjoyed trips to Greece, Nova Scotia and Mexico as well as visiting sights in the USA and Canada. Beryl also enjoyed crossword puzzles, scrabble, and card games as well as Yankee games in season, reading and family visits.

Surviving are four children: Cheryl Docteur, Steven (Nancy) Remington, Eugene Remington and Janyce (Ronald) Lomot. Five grandchildren: Stefanie (Rocky) Dunn, Aaron (Monika) Docteur, Ty (Abby) Remington, Tana (Brian) Case, and Teal (Dylan) Reeves. One step grandchild: Farron Lomot. Nine great grandchildren: Misty (John) Gushlaw, Nathan (Lindsay) John, Anna Docteur, Tyson and Corrina Remington, Vivian Case and Remington, Lettie and Berenger Reeves. Three great-great grandchildren: Logan Hall, Jaelyn Gushlaw and Cory John. Also several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, her brother Frederick Stevens in 1955, her daughter-in-law Dawn Remington in 2016 and a step great-great granddaughter Naomi Gushlaw in 2015.

Cremation and graveside service are with Carpenter-Stoodley Funeral Home in Ellisburg Cemetery at a time and date to be announced. If desired, donations to Ellisburg Cemetery Assoc., PO Box 31, Ellisburg, N.Y. or Samaritan through HGS Alumnae Assoc. in her memory are appreciated.

Online condolences may be made at www.carpenterstoodley.com

Cecelia M. Foley Henri, age 88 and formerly of Star Lake, NY, passed away in Hudson, Florida on Friday, March 16th, 2018.

She was born on February 1, 1930 to Daniel Foley and Edna Marshall in Star Lake, NY. Cecelia graduated from the Oswegatchie School in 1948. She spent her years in Star Lake caring for and raising her family on Colton Lane, until she moved to Florida in 1972.

Cecelia is predeceased by her parents, her son Daniel, and her brothers, Merlin and Donald Foley.

Among her survivors include 4 daughters and 1 son: Roberta and Lynn McCarthy of Brooksville FL, Daphne Henri-Foley of Star Lake, NY, Corinne and Thomas Ortense of Bolingbrook IL, Joy and Vinnie Carta, Jr. of Safety Harbor FL, and Kevin and Kimberly Henri of Valrico FL. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Cecelia had a fierce love for her family and spending time with them was very important to her. She also loved crocheting, gardening, and watching the Atlanta Braves.

Arrangements are with the Hawley Funeral Home in Star Lake, NY. There will be a burial at the St Hubert’s Cemetery in early June at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Star Lake Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, Star Lake SOS (Save Our Schoolhouse), and the St. Lawrence Valley SPCA (online donations are accepted by the SPCA).

Warren C. Gilbo, 86, of County Rte 34, died Monday, March 19, 2018 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital.

Private viewing and services are being held privately for the family.

Warren was born May 26, 1931 in Potsdam, NY, the son of the late, Ackley & Viola McDonald Gilbo, he attended area country schools and received his GED while in the Army.

He served in the US Army, stationed in Germany, from Nov 18, 1952 to April 1, 1963.

On March 24, 1955, he married Sybill Blatzheim in Bad Hersfeld, Germany. The couple raised seven children and were married nearly 50 years. Sybill died December 2004.

Warren retired from Potsdam State University Maintenance Department in 1994, where he was a member of C.S.E.A. Previously he worked for the Town of Potsdam, where he was employed as a mechanic.

Surviving are his seven children, Viola McGregor of Potsdam, Yvonne (Bill) Boron of Albequerque, NM, Linda (Mike) Smith of Palm Desert, CA, Christine Harbart of Colton, Warren A. of Potsdam, Ken C. of Potsdam and Bryan D.; ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a sister.

Warren enjoyed collecting coins, woodworking, tinkering in his garage and doing word puzzles.

Care and arrangements for Warren C. Gilbo are with Lawrence Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Canton.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Lawrence County Cancer Fund.