Hermon – Joan Courchesne, 74, passed away on Monday, April 9, 2018 in Syracuse. Arrangements are private with the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.

The funeral service for Raymond M. Come, Sr. will be 1:00pm Monday, April 16th at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Watertown. A calling hour will precede the service at the funeral home beginning at 12:00pm. Burial will be held at the convenience of his family.

Raymond passed away Tuesday, April 10th at Syracuse’s Upstate Medical Center. He was 55 years old.

Born in Watertown November 27, 1962, Raymond was a son to Roy and Martha (Greene) Come. He was educated locally, and enlisted with the United States Army.

Over the span of a 23 year military career Raymond reached the rank of E6. For 14 years he was active military, and in the Army reserves for 9 years. He also volunteered in peer to peer counseling in the veteran’s services department of the Army.

Raymond enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and working on furniture.

Besides his mother, Martha Raskauskas, he is survived by his children: Raymond Michael, Jr., Ariel Come, Amber Come; and his siblings: Elmer Come, Julie Billings, Patricia Gebo, Debbie Seymour, Kevin Come, Myra Come. Also surviving are 17 grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, and friends.

Raymond is predeceased by a brother, Randy Come, and his step-father, Leo Raskauskas.

Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc.

Condolences may be made online at www.reedbenoit.com

SOUTH COLTON—A Celebration of Life gathering for 74 year old Carol A. Silver, will be held Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at the Amvet’s Post #262, Colton, NY. Carol passed away Wednesday evening at the Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone. A complete obituary will be available when finalized. The Buck Funeral Home in Colton is serving the family of Carol A. Silver.

The funeral for Lyla Mae Ashley will be Sunday at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of TLC Funeral Home, Inc. Internment will be in the spring in Sanford Corners Cemetery. Mrs. Ashley died at the Samaritan Keep Home on April 10, 2018, where she had been a patient since 2017. She was 90.

She was born October 11, 1927 in Lacona, New York the daughter of Raymond and Maude Eaton Haggerty. She graduated from Philadelphia High School in Philadelphia, NY in 1945. She married Frances “James” Ashley pon July 4, 1945 at the Philadelphia Methodist Parsonage with Rev. Walter Suits officiating. Mr. Ashley died in 1989.

Mrs. Ashley worked for Gibson Laundry and Drycleaning for eight years and would later retire from Samaritan Keep Home Environmental Services Dept. in 1978 after 11 years. She enjoyed word search puzzles, reading a good book, embroidering and watching tv. She was a member of the Samaritan Loyals and a past member of the Philadelphia Senior Citizens.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her name to a charity of one’s choice. Surviving is her daughter Cheryl Ashley who was her mother’s caretaker for many years, her two other daughters and a son in law Vicki Theyer of Ackron, OH, and Mrs. David (Kathy) Van Tassel of Philadelphia, NY, and her two sons and a daughter in law Gary Ashley of Antwerp, NY and Jerry and Amy Ashley of Philadelphia, NY. Also surviving are seven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren, and a great great grandson Cameron Finch due April 26, 2018.

A son Larry Ashley died in 2007 and a grandson Michael J. Ashley died before her.

There will be a get together to celebrate Lyla’s life immediately following the funeral at the Philadelphia Fire Hall. Arrangements are with TLC Funeral Home, Inc.

BAXTERVILLE – Mrs. Gloria M. (Dunkelberg) Patraw, 89, passed away Tuesday afternoon, April 10, 2019 at the St. Regis Nursing Home, where she had been a resident in August 2015.

Gloria was born October 20, 1928 in St. Regis Falls, the daughter of the late George and Pearl Martin Clark and attended schools in St. Regis Falls. On March 23, 1946, she married William Dunkelberg, he predeceased her on July 29, 1982. She later met Neal Patraw, whom she married June 20, 1987 at the Lighthouse Restaurant with Justice Nelson Baker, officiating.

Gloria worked for a time in Loon Lake and was a waitress in Lake Placid. Once moving to the Norfolk area, she worked at MH Fishman’s before becoming the Snack Bar Manager at Ames Department Store in Massena. Gloria loved to “stay busy”, whether it was bowling, playing bingo, cooking, crocheting, playing cards or games on the computer, she kept busy. For 20 years, she and her husband, Neal enjoyed winters in Ocala, Florida.

Gloria is survived by her husband, Neal; her children, William Jr. and Diane Dunkelberg of Norfolk; Barbara and Arthur Borey of Massena; and Daniel and Angel Dunkelberg of Waddington; her step-children, James Clyde Patraw of Albuquerque, NM; Randy and Lynn Patraw of Massena; Suzan and Blair Hopkins of Montana; Cindy Jean and Michael Pare of Connecticut; and Teri Lynn Chapin of Massena; 7 grandchildren; 7 step grandchildren; and several great grandchildren and step great grandchildren.

She is also survived by her brothers, Arleigh and Elsie Walker, Herbert and Donne Walker, and Russell and Nancy Walker, all of St. Regis Falls; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her siblings, Edward, Harold, Lester, Carl, Goldie, Grace, and Marie.

Friends may call Friday 4-7:00 PM at the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena, where funeral services will be held Saturday 10:00 AM. Burial will be held later in the spring at Bixby Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the St. Regis Nursing Home Activities Fund or the Alzheimer’s Association.

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

Fern P. Trowbridge, Ellisburg passed away Thursday, April 12th in the emergency room at Samaritan Medical Center. She was 91 years old.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time with Carpenter Stoodley Funeral Home, Inc. Belleville, NY.

Online condolences can be made at www.carpenterstoodley.com.

Newark, Catherine “Kitty” Jamieson age 91 died on Monday April 9, 2018 at Newark Manor Nursing Home.

Friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Saturday April 21, 2018 11:30am at Glenwood Cemetery in Watertown, NY

Mrs. Jamieson was born on October 27, 1926 in Moorestown. NJ, the daughter of the late Matthew and Catherine Lihotz Lederman. She was a stay at home mother and after raising her children went to work at Marine Midland Bank from where she retired. She was a past Girl Scout leader and enjoyed reading. Mrs. Jamieson was an avid golfer and worked at the Watertown Golf Club with her husband Stuart. They enjoyed wintering in Daytona Beach until Stuart retired and they moved to Florida full time.

It is requested that memorial donations be made to Newark Manor Nursing Home 222 W. Pearl Street Newark NY 14513.

She is survived by her children Barbara Strauss of Watertown, Stephen (Diane) Strauss of Newark, Step children Wendell Jamieson of Atlanta GA, Gretta (David) Storrs of Florida, Son in law James McNeff of Alaska, 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren

many nieces and nephews, She was predeceased by her first husband Carl Strauss and second husband Stuart Jamieson. Daughter Patricia McNeff, brothers Joseph and Matthew Lederman. Funeral arrangements have been made with the Cheney Funeral Home in Phelps.

SOUTH COLTON—A Celebration of Life gathering for 74 year old Carol A. Silver, a resident of 196 East Hill Road, South Colton, will be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at the Amvets Post #262 in Colton, NY from 4-8 p.m. Carol passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at the Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone, NY. Carol is survived by her longtime companion, Frank Fisher, South Colton; her four sons, Scott Gravlin and Marylou Demarest, Ogdensburg; Michael and Kelly Gravlin, Massena; James Gravlin and his companion Gary McMahan, Davenport, FL; Derrick and Jane Gravlin, South Colton; her daughter, Sue and Wayne Francis, Massena; her 16 beloved grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Carol is also survived by a brother, Timothy Silver, Brasher Falls and three sisters, Nancy and Daniel Lannning, Webster ,FL; Laurie and Wesley Keese, Norfolk and Ginger Silver, Florence, Alabama as well as several nieces and nephews. Carol was pre-deceased by her parents and a brother Daniel Silver.

Born in Massena, NY on June 29, 1943 to the late Henry and Catherine Oney Silver, Carol worked as a cook at the Sheraton Inn in Massena for many years as well as being a beautician at her home. Carol enjoyed cooking, going camping and taking an occasional trip to the casino. In memory of her love for cats, memorial donations in her memory can be made to the Potsdam Animal Shelter and memories and condolences may be shared online at www.buckfuneralhome.com . The Buck Funeral Home in Colton is serving the family of Carol A. Silver.

Robert F. Cratsenburg, 91 of Dexter passed away April 12th at Samaritan Keep Home where he was residing.

Robert was born May 22, 1926 in the Town of Lyme the son of Roy and Mildred Hass Cratsenburg. He attended school in Depauville and graduated from Clayton High School.

Bob served in the US Army from 1945 to 1946 in the Pacific Theatre. After returning home he married Geraldine A. Hall on April 10, 1948 in Depauville.

The couple lived in Dexter. Bob worked at Kamargo Furniture in Watertown and then he went to work for the City of Watertown as the Airport Manager until he retired in 1987. He was a member of the Dexter United Methodist Church, Dexter Fire Dept., American Legion Post 583, and served in the Dexter Village Board as a Trustee for 28 years.

He is survived by three children: Robert and Connie Cratsenburg of Mesquite, Nevada, Karen and Steve Cameron of Dexter and Donna and Rodney Kiefer of Calcium. He has six grandchildren, six great grandchildren and his beloved dog “Buttercup’”

He was predeceased by his wife Geraldine in 2015 and a brother Donald.

Funeral services will be Monday April 16th at 2:00 PM at the Johnson Funeral Home, Dexter with calling hours from 12-2 prior to the service. Burial will be in Dexter Cemetery. Donations may be made to the SPCA or the General Brown Booster Club. Online condolences may be made to dexterfuneralhome.com.

Bryan David Murdock, 49, was born on May 17, 1968 and passed away on March 29, 2018 in Irving, Texas from acute respiratory failure combined with a brain injury. Bryan loved to go bowling, working on computers, playing basketball, homemade waffles and “Nerd” candy, but what he loved most was his children and spending time with them any chance he could. Bryan was very talented when it came to computers and passed the Microsoft exam without any formal college education. Bryan was fiercely loyal to his family and the close friends he called family - he will be greatly missed. Bryan is survived by his wife Sammi Murdock, his three daughters Haylee, Kasey and Courtney (Michael) Walker and his granddaughter Stella Walker. Bryan also leaves behind his parents SFC (Ret.) Gerald and Billie Murdock of Natural Bridge, NY, his older sister Lisa (Casey) Wood of Salida, Colorado and his younger sister Amy (Jon) Riddle of Arlington, Texas along with many much-loved nieces and nephews. Bryan was preceded in death by his Maternal Grandmother Eunice Boone of Irving, TX, his Paternal Grandmother Edna Murdock of Natural Bridge, NY, his Uncle James Murdock of Natural Bridge, NY, his uncle Richard O’Shea of Irving, TX and his niece Darienne Novack of Fort Collins, CO.

Joy (Joyce) E. Stevens, age 79, died peacefully with her family by her side, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Syracuse, on April 11. She was born in Pitcairn, NY, to Nemo and Amy (Shaw) Stevens. Joy graduated from Harrisville Central School in 1955, and from Canton ATC in 1957. She worked as secretary to the District Attorney in St. Lawrence County, moved to the Syracuse area and worked in several law offices, and later worked at USPS, Syracuse, for 22 years. She was a member of NARFE and attended UCC Bayberry.

Joy is survived by a daughter Beverly (Kevin) Lauricella; sons Richard and Hal Tupper; step grandsons Zach and Dylan Lauricella; sisters Joanne (Robert) Finnegan and Virginia Stevens; nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents and a sister, Katherine Jane Stevens.

Arrangements are with New Comer Cremations & Funerals, North Syracuse, where a full obituary will appear. Services will be Monday, April 16, 1:00 p.m. at United Church of Christ in Bayberry, Liverpool.

Contributions in her honor may be made to the United Church of Christ in Bayberry, 215 Blackberry Rd, Liverpool, NY 13090 or North Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps (NAVAC), P.O. Box 215, North Syracuse, NY, 13212-0215.

The funeral for Lyla Mae Ashley will be Sunday at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of TLC Funeral Home, Inc. Internment will be in the spring in Sanford Corners Cemetery. Mrs. Ashley died at the Samaritan Keep Home on April 10, 2018, where she had been a patient since 2017. She was 90.

She was born October 11, 1927 in Lacona, New York the daughter of Raymond and Maude Eaton Haggerty. She graduated from Philadelphia High School in Philadelphia, NY in 1945. She married Frances “James” Ashley pon July 4, 1945 at the Philadelphia Methodist Parsonage with Rev. Walter Suits officiating. Mr. Ashley died in 1989.

Mrs. Ashley worked for Gibson Laundry and Drycleaning for eight years and would later retire from Samaritan Keep Home Environmental Services Dept. in 1978 after 11 years. She enjoyed word search puzzles, reading a good book, embroidering and watching tv. She was a member of the Samaritan Loyals and a past member of the Philadelphia Senior Citizens.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her name to a charity of one’s choice. Surviving is her daughter Cheryl Ashley who was her mother’s caretaker for many years, her two other daughters and a son in law Vicki Theyer of Ackron, OH, and Mrs. David (Kathy) Van Tassel of Philadelphia, NY, and her two sons and a daughter in law Gary Ashley of Antwerp, NY and Jerry and Amy Ashley of Philadelphia, NY. Also surviving are seven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren, and a great great grandson Cameron Finch due April 26, 2018.

A son Larry Ashley died in 2007 and a grandson Michael J. Ashley died before her.

There will be a get together to celebrate Lyla’s life immediately following the funeral at the Philadelphia Fire Hall. Arrangements are with TLC Funeral Home, Inc.

Lillian (Casler) Salley was called home to be with her husband the late Arnold Casler, son Michael Casler and grandson Jonathan Casler, on April 9th, 2018.

Lillian was born on August 23rd, 1931 in Lacona, NY to Beulah and Julian Miller.

She will be sadly missed by her husband Ralph Salley, daughter Debra(Marc) Baker, daughter-in-law Nancy Casler and son Kenny(Judy) Casler , eight grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Lillian was loved by countless other family members and friends.

Lillian’s family invites you to honor her at a Celebration of her life at the Lacona VFW 60 Salisbury St Lacona, NY on April 22nd at 1pm.

Rowland, Duane Robert. Duane Rowland, 66, of Watertown, NY and formerly of Moodus, CT died April 2nd, 2018 at Saint Joseph Medical Center, Syracuse, NY.

Born January 5th, 1952 in Hartford, CT, he was the son of the late Robert and Jean (Davidson) Rowland. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 46 years Dorothy (Murphy), children Eric (Jennifer) Rowland of St. Louis, MO, William Rowland of Middletown, CT and Jennifer Rowland of Niantic, CT. He was a cherished grandfather to Isabella, Luke, Carter, and Sophia whom he treasured and was happiest when in their company.

He leaves his sisters Sharon Fritz of Moodus, CT, Trudy (Peter) Novak of Wilmington, NC, Thelma Bennis of Moodus, CT and Jeri (Michael) Fortier of Waynesboro, PA.

Duane graduated from Nathan Hale-Ray High School in 1971.

He retired after 26 years as a machinist with Pratt &Whitney Aircraft and was a respected union member of the International Association of Machinists. Duane will be greatly missed by all and leaves a long legacy of fond memories and stories to be told by many.

He will be laid to rest in eternal peace with his father, mother, and brothers (Earl, Ernest and Frederic) during a memorial service with family and friends at 10:00am on Saturday, May 12th in Moodus Cemetery, North Moodus Rd, Moodus, CT. A private gathering will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to: The American Diabetes Association; The National Kidney Foundation; or Sarah’s Guest House of 100 Roberts Ave, Syracuse, NY 13207.

Canton — Elizabeth J. “Betty” Ames, 87, of Canton died Friday, April 13, 2018 at Fletcher-Allen Health Care in Burlington, VT. Betty was the wife of the late Robert A. Ames, retired Canton Village Police Chief, who died July 2007.

A mass of christian burial will be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at St, Mary’s Church, Canton with Rev. Bryan Stitt as celebrant.

Among her survivors are her children, Nancy, Michael, Robert, Colleen, Trisha and Patrick. Lawrence Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Canton has been entrusted to Betty’s care and arrangements. A complete obituary will appear as soon as available.

ANTWERP — Phyllis K. Whitmore Marsh, 93, formerly of 8 Main Street died Thursday, April 12, 2018, at Carthage Center for Rehabilitation and Health Care, Carthage, NY where she had resided since 2016.

Born June 1, 1924 in Theresa, NY, she was the daughter of Winfield and Lois Graves Kelsey. She graduated from Theresa High School and attended Canton ATI in the dietary program.

A previous marriage to Lyle Swartout ended in divorce. She married James D. Whitmore of Antwerp on November 25, 1950. He died January 13, 1990. She later married Milton Marsh of Antwerp on August 24, 1996. He died September 22, 2015.

Mrs. Marsh was a rural letter carrier from 1972 to 1997. She and James owned and operated a dairy farm on the Spragueville Road from 1952 to 1990. She continued to live on the family farm until marrying Milton in 1996 when the couple moved to the village of Antwerp.

She was a longtime member of the Order of the Eastern Star, serving in many chairs, was involved in 4-H and many agricultural organizations around the area. She also was the Sunday School Superintendent at the Antwerp Methodist Church and was involved in many religious organizations, was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Antwerp American Legion Auxiliary, became a member of the Congregational Church of Antwerp in 1996, and was a longtime elections inspector.

Survivors include two sons, Sterling Swartout and his companion Janay of Fresno, CA and James Whitmore, Jr and his wife, Mindy of Antwerp; two daughters, Lonetta Swartout of Cooperstown and Karen Thomas of Theresa; a sister, Margaret Hunter of LaFargeville; a son-in-law, Michael Thornton of Fort Myers, FL; four step children, Daryl Marsh and his wife Gail of Theresa, Hal Marsh of Co, Brian Marsh of Gouverneur and Carolyn Marsh of Geneva; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and a great great grandchild, nieces and nephews.

A daughter, Jane Thornton, a grandson, Jack Swartout, a brother, Winfield Kelsey and a step son, Gerard Marsh died before her.

The funeral will be 11 am Tuesday April 17, 2018 at Frederick Bros. Funeral Home with Father Paul Whiltmore officiating. Burial will be at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Antwerp.

Calling hours are 4 to 7 pm Monday, April 16. There will be an Order of the Eastern Star service at 6:30 pm.

Donations may be made to the Indian River Ambulance Service, PO Box 245, Philadelphia, NY, 13673.

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

Mary Morrow, 95, Spencerport NY and formerly of Watertown, NY, passed away on April 10 at Kirkhaven Long Term Care in Rochester.

Surviving are three sons, Jeff (Hayako) Morrow, Lincoln, CA, John Morrow, Rochester, NY, Brian (Jane) Morrow, Gouverneur, NY, and two granddaughters, Christina and Kelly. Also surviving are her sisters Helen J. Kerwin, and Sister Marie Kerwin, SSJ. Mary is predeceased by her husband Joseph and son Thomas.

Mary’s funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 25 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Evangelist Church, 55 Martha St., Spencerport. Interment in Holy Ghost Cemetery.

Contributions may be made to St. John the Evangelist Church, 55 Martha St. Spencerport, NY 14559, or St. James Church, 164 E. Main St. Gouverneur, NY 13642.

BOONVILLE — Ronald W. Stefhon Jr., 46, passed away on Saturday, April 14, 2018, at his mother’s home in Lowville.

The funeral will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at Iseneker Funeral Home, Inc., Lowville with Rev. Bruce W. Chapman, officiating. Burial will be at Lowville Rural Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 12 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, prior to the funeral service, at the funeral home. A gathering at the Lewis County Search & Rescue Training Center, 7782 W. State Street, Lowville, will immediately follow the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lewis County Search and Rescue, P.O. Box 247, Lowville, NY 13367.

He is survived by his son, Camden of Norfolk; his mother and step-father, Mary and Harvey Ingersoll of Lowville; his father, Ronald W. Stefhon Sr. of Theresa; his fiancée, Kelly Myers of Boonville; Camden’s mother, Aimee Barney of Norfolk; his siblings, Timothy P. and Jana Ingersoll of Lowville, Paul S. Ingersoll and his companion Alden “Jack” Brown of Lowville, Melissa and Frederick “Dean” Brindisi of Fairport, and Jennifer and Tracy Byrd of Olive Branch, Mississippi; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He is predeceased by a sister, Catherine E. “Katy” Stefhon-Allen, who died September 11, 2004; two brothers, Peter and Michael Ingersoll; his maternal grandparents, Beverly and William V. Bourgeois; his paternal grandparents, Edna and Ralph Stefhon; and a niece, Amanda Ingersoll.

Ronald was born on July 14, 1971in Lowville, NY, a son of Ronald W. Stefhon Sr. and Mary C. Bourgeois Stefhon and attended South Lewis Central School. After his education, he worked in construction for many years. He was currently working for Dan’s Excavating in Johnstown, NY.

He enjoyed remodeling houses, roofing, and he also took pride in painting the bridges and water towers regionally. He was the first one on the job each day, and the last to leave. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his son, and was very proud of him.

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

David E. Dillon, 77, of 151 LeRay St., Black River, passed April 13, 2018, at the Samaritan Summit Village where he had been a resident for a short time.

Arrangements are with the Bruce Funeral Home, Black River. There will be no calling hours or funeral service. Mr. Dillon’s wishes were to be cremated and the burial to be at the convenience of the family in Black River Cemetery.

He was born on August 11, 1940 in Carthage, NY, son of Francis James Dillon and Vivian Prior, he graduated from Carthage Central High School in 1960.

He married Beulah D. Ormiston on September 2, 1962 at the First Methodist Church in Carthage. The couple resided in Carthage until they settled in Black River in July of 1974.

Mr. Dillon worked at Carthage Machine Co., as a welder, from 1962 up until he retired in 1998. His wife worked 18 years for NYS Office of Mental Health, retiring in 1999.

The couple enjoyed camping, he enjoyed fishing and was a history buff always reading a history book or watching a movie about history. He was a founding member of the Carthage Area Ambulance Squad, founding member of the Black River Ambulance Squad, former member of the Black River Fire Department, and in the 60s and 70s he played the drums in local country rock bands.

Among his survivors are his beloved wife, Beulah D. Dillon, Black River, a brother-in-law, Roger E. Ormiston, three grandchildren, Darcee and her husband Jacob Prior, Melanie V. Dillon, Logan D. Dillon, two great grandchildren, Thomas Miles Prior and Callie Renee Prior, many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his son,Thomas Dillon on December 24, 1998 and two brothers Francis L. “Jim” Dillon and Thomas P. Dillon.

Donations may be made to the Black River Ambulance Squad 121 LeRay St., Black River, NY 13612.

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

Elizabeth Jean (Betty) Ames, 87, Canton, NY.

On April 13, 2018, we said goodbye to our mother, grandmother, aunt and dear friend, Betty Ames. Betty died as she lived, with an impressive, yet quiet, inner strength and love for her family and friends. Betty was born on March 11, 1931 to Herb and Winnie (Barr) Eggleson. She held fond memories of growing up on the family dairy farm on State Street Road, Canton, with her brother Herbie. She attended primary school in a one-room schoolhouse located on the Morley-Potsdam Road. The walk was a three mile round trip, but broken up in the winter with exciting toboggan rides down the steep hills between home and school.

Later, she attended the old Canton High School while staying with her Grandmother Mina Eggleson on Crescent Street. It was then that she met her life’s love, Robert Arthur (Bob) Ames. The young couple’s photo and keepsakes from their first date still hang on her wall today, over 70 years later. They went through life’s journey much like they danced, with Betty often kicking off her shoes so the two could glide and twirl across the floor seemingly as one. Their love never wavered, even in the 11 years since Bob’s death. During her last days, Betty confided in family that she could feel Bob’s warm embrace as she slept in her hospital bed. They are finally together once again.

As a mother of six, a grandmother of 17, and great grandmother of 21, Betty’s most significant gift to us was her unconditional love that made each of us feel like her favorite. She was always accepting and never judgmental. Betty offered advice in an unassuming manner with no expectation that it would be acted upon. As a result, it was easy to turn to her for guidance and her impact upon our lives is tremendous. Her children, Nancy (Mark) Brown, Robert (Patricia) Ames, Michael (Lisa) Ames, Colleen (Dale) Grant, Patrick (Heidi) Ames, and Tricia (Michael) Beaudoin, will miss her very much. While raising the family, Betty also worked at Canton Central School and retired as the Elementary School Cafeteria Manager.

In recent years, Betty drew great strength from her network of close friends. She actively participated with the Canton Seniors, traveling the country at all hours of the day and night. She was dedicated to both the Breast Cancer and Alzheimer’s Support Groups, co-facilitating the later for 10 years. As a four-time cancer survivor herself and a woman whose loved one was affected by Alzheimer’s, Betty felt it important to share her experiences and encouragement with those who needed it most. She was also a proud volunteer at the United Helper’s Maplewood Campus, and while she never lived there she considered it a bit of a second home. She was communicant of St. Mary’s in Canton and a member of the Widow’s Support Group through St. Mary’s. In her spare time, she knitted hats, sweaters and blankets for the Birthplace at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital. In 25 years’ time, thousands of babies left the Birthplace adorned with handmade items made by Betty Ames.

A mass of christian burial will be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at St. Mary’s Church, Canton with Rev. Bryan Stitt as celebrant. Burial will be held privately in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canton.

A time of food and fellowship will follow the service at Sergi’s, where memories may be shared with the family.

Memorial contributions are suggested to: Alzheimer’s Association (Northern Region), St. Lawrence County Cancer Fund or to Maplewood Campus Activities Fund.

Betty’s care and arrangements have been entrusted to Lawrence Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Canton. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.lawrencefuneralhome.org.