CAPE VINCENT – Anna Marie Knapp Soluri, 60, of Dodge Bay, Cape Vincent, NY passed away on May 3, 2018 after losing a courageous battle against COPD.

Born December 15, 1957 in Watertown, NY, Anna was the daughter of Thomas and Nancy Latham Knapp. She and her Air Force family lived many places during her childhood. She graduated high school in Massachusetts. In 1977 she graduated from Central City Business Institute in Syracuse. She began her 33-year career in Syracuse with Niagara Mohawk, now known as National Grid. She retired from the Watertown facility in January 2010.

Anna enjoyed buying, collecting, and selling antiques. She was the owner of Knapp Family Auctions, Denmark, NY formerly known as Knapp Brothers. She also enjoyed entertaining family and friends at their St. Lawrence riverfront home. She was a member of the Niagara Mohawk/National Grid Watertown Area Retiree’s Club.

She married Robert Edward Soluri, Jr. on October 11, 1980. Robert is the former owner and operator of Soluri’s Pizza in Watertown for 33 years.

Among her survivors are her husband Robert and their two children; daughter Erin Marie and her husband Matthew Draper, Potsdam, NY and son Christopher Robert Soluri and his wife Erin Elizabeth, Liverpool, NY. She leaves five precious grandchildren, Benjamin, Allyson, and Aaden Draper and Gracie and Max Soluri. She is also survived by her parents, Tom and Nancy Knapp, Lowville, NY; a brother Laurence Knapp, Lowville, NY; a father-in-law, Robert E. Soluri, Sr. and his long time companion Shirley Miller; brothers-in-law Patrick Soluri and David Caulkins, Watertown, NY; sisters-in-law Toni Soluri and long time companion Michael Gilligan, Great Bend, NY; Tina Miller and husband Ronald, Sackets Harbor, NY, and Tammy Soluri and fiancé Patrick Tarver, Sackets Harbor, NY, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She is pre-deceased by her mother-in-law Mildred J. Surace.

Those wishing to visit are invited to an open house at the Soluri’s Cape Vincent residence on Saturday from noon-4:00. There will be no calling hours or funeral, per Anna’s wishes.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Anna’s name may be made to Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham Street Road, Watertown, NY 13601.

A family and friends gathering in honor of Anna will be held at the family’s discretion.

Arrangements are with the T.R. Jetty Funeral Home in Clayton.

Condolences can be made at trjetty.com

NORFOLK—Arrangements for 92 year old George Molnar, a resident of the Highland Home, Massena and formerly of Hutchins Street, Norfolk, are incomplete at this time with the Buck Funeral Home in Norfolk. Mr. Molnar passed away Thursday morning at the Massena Memorial Hospital. A complete obituary will be available when finalized. The Buck Funeral Home in Norfolk is serving the family of George Molnar.

Carol A. Shatraw, age 82 of Potsdam, NY passed away no May 2, 2018 at the Hospice House of Jefferson County where she had been admitted the day before. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, May 5th at 1pm at St. Mary’s Church with Rev. Stephen Rocker celebrant. Burial will follow the service at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Parishville, NY. Contributions in her memory can be made to the Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley @6805 St. Hwy 11 Potsdam, NY 13676.

Carol is survived by her three sons Thomas Shatraw of Syracuse, James (Mitzy) Shatraw of Norwood and Ronald Shatraw Jr. of Syracuse; daughters Cheryl Morganti of Potsdam, Tammy Shatraw of Massena, Carol “Carrie” (Edward) Hayes of South Colton and Autumn (Dan) Meldrin of Syracuse; brother John Prosper; 14 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and half-sisters Sharlene Sommerfield and Marsha Martel. She is predeceased by her husband Ronald E. Shatraw, brother James Prosper and a sister Sue Ellen Storrs.

Carol A. Shatraw was born on September 27, 1935 in Massena, NY to the late Thomas Prosper and Olita Root. She attended Massena and Potsdam schools. On September 6, 1952 at Sacred Heart Church in Massena she was married to Ronald E. Shatraw with Rev. Bellamy celebrant. Carol worked in the custodial department at SUNY Potsdam for many years until her retirement in 1998. She enjoyed knitting in her free time. On line condolences can be sent @www.garnerfh.com.

On May 1, 2018, Heaven gained an angel, Miss Annabelle Ann Martin, 3 months old, passed away while in her sleep. Although she was only here for a short time, she touched the lives of many. Knowing upon birth that her time in this world would be limited, she showed everyone what it means to “Fight like a Girl”.

Annabelle is survived by her parents, Branden Michael and Jessica Lynn Martin; four siblings; her grandfather, TJ Martin and great-grandmother, Sheila Martin; and many special friends, including G-Ma and G-Pa Shirley and Rick Sibbitts, , Kristie Quicke; Tiffany Sibbitts; Briana Sibbitts; Eric Sibbitts and Shaelynn Sibbitts; Laurie Crawford; Penny Frary; Cindy Moshier; Danielle Jackson; Floyd McBroom; Kim TeRiel and Jessica Rose.

Sweet Annabelle was born in Syracuse on January 26, 2018 to Branden and Jessica (Riley) Martin. She loved to be held, cuddled, rocked and her smile was infectious.

There will be a calling hour held on Monday, May 7, 2018 at 11:00 am at Canton United Methodist Church until the time of her funeral service at 12:00 pm, with Pastor Michael Terrell, officiating.

Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.olearyfuneralservice.com. Arrangements for Miss Annabelle Ann Martin are under the care of the O’Leary Funeral Service of Canton.

Funeral services for Jeffrey J. Stout, age 46 of Sand Street in Brier Hill, will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday (May 5, 2018) at the Brier Hill Fire Department with Pastor David Sheppard officiating. Burial will be at the Ingham Cemetery at a later date. Following the service there will be celebration of life at the Brier Hill Fire Department, please attend wearing your Pittsburg Steelers colors black and yellow.

Calling hours will be held also at the Fire Hall from 10:00am until the time of the service. Jeffrey passed away on Monday (April 30, 2018) at the University Hospital in Burlington, VT surrounded by his loving family and friends. Arrangements are with the Fox & Murray Funeral Home.

Surviving is his father David W. Stout Jr.; two brothers David (Susan) Stout III and Michael (Cathy) Stout all of Brier Hill; nieces and nephews Aaron Stout, Abigail Stout, Anna Stout, Parker Stout and Tiffany (Lopez) Stout.

Jeffrey was predeceased by his mother Petronella “Nelly” Stout on April 13, 2018.

He was born on February 16, 1972 in Ogdensburg NY, a son of David & the late Nelly (VanErp) Stout. He graduated from Morristown High School and continued his education at SUNY Potsdam State where he earned a Bachelor’s degree.

In 1995 Jeff attended and completed an internship at Gallaudet University, a renowned education institution for the deaf and hard of hearing. Jeff’s work at Gallaudet demonstrated to the students at Gallaudet that people with a disability could overcome that challenge and work side by side with able-bodied persons. Jeff was a support system for other quadriplegics and paraplegics

Jeff was a prominent athlete at Morristown Central School. He was a four-year starter on the varsity soccer and baseball teams making several league all-star teams in both sports and in his senior year was the starting point guard on the most successful basketball team in Morristown Central School history. That year his team went 28-2, losing in the final four to the eventual State Champion. Jeff was extremely proud of this team accomplishment and recalled those memories fondly.

Jeff was a fixture at many of the areas sporting events. People would often go out of their way and walk over to say hi to them. He cared very deeply about the Sports Programs much like his Uncle Dean Daniels. Jeff could always be heard cheering for his hometown Green Rockets.

Jeff was a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers Fan. His love for his team often drove his friends to the edge of insanity as he playfully badgered them with the Steelers success. Jeff volunteered at several high schools doing talks on DWI. Jeff loved watching comedians and live comedy shows. Jeff loved spending time on the 4th of July in Morristown taking part in the festivities. Jeff enjoyed game nights, sewing club after hours at Lang Brooke and spending time with his family and numerous circle of friends.

Two of Jeff’s greatest enjoyments was attending his nieces and nephews sporting events and also going to the Akwesane Mohawk Casino playing black jack with his friends.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Brier Hill Fire Department or the Morristown Fire & Rescue Squad. Condolences can be shared also online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

On Friday January 5, 2018 Beverly H. Champlin passed away at the age of 88. Beverly was residing in the Village of St Edwards memory care and nursing home in Fairlawn, Ohio where she moved to from Watertown, NY in March of 2017. Beverly will be lovingly remembered by her four children, Roger (Patricia) (Copley, OH), Richard (Dayton, OH), Melody Brenon (Watertown, NY) and Marie Fuhrken (Sparks, NV). Beverly has 12 grandchildren & 20 great grandchildren and her love for these children could always be seen in that special smile, when the kids were around her. Beverly was preceded in death by her husband Augustus in August of 2015. They were celebrating 67 years of marriage that year. Beverly graduated from Henderson High school in 1947. Mom will always be remembered for her unselfish caring for her husband and family. Mom always enjoyed packing the family camping gear and heading out for summer weekends in the surrounding New York State Parks. Beverly worked as the bookkeeper for the Gus Champlin Fence Construction Co for the many years that the family business was in operation. Beverly was a member of the Henderson Historical Society where she assisted in activities. A Mass of Christian Burial officiated by Fr. Jonas will be celebrated in memory of Beverly on Monday May 7, 2018 @10:00 AM at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 320 W Lynde St. Watertown, NY 13601. The family welcomes friends to attend the service and a luncheon reception at the Italian American Club (Bellew Ave) following burial at Glenwood Cemetery.

Mary N. Clark, age 97, passed away peacefully in Canton, NY on Tuesday, May 1 2018. Mary, the daughter of Nester and Rose (Cormonack) Nesky, was born on October 23, 1920 in Gouverneur, NY. She graduated from Ogdensburg Free Academy in 1939 and married Clarence (Clarky) Clark in 1942. She and Clarky moved to the Clark family home in Canton, NY; where she resided for 75 years.

Mary retired from the Canton Savings and Loan, now North Country Savings Bank in Canton, NY. She was an avid card player and a member of numerous quilting and knitting groups. She was talented in all handicrafts and was an outstanding baker. Mary loved spending time with friends and thoroughly enjoyed being active in the lives of her grandchildren.

Mary is survived by her son Donald Clark and his wife, Diane; her daughter, Sally Clark and her husband Larry Doyle; four grandchildren, Tonda Clark Bourque, Eric Walker Clark, Megan Clark Kent, and James Clark Doyle; three great grandchildren, Mackenzie Dana Bourque, Justin Patrick Bourque, and MaKayla Marie Kent; one sister, Evelyn Gotham; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Clarky; two sisters, Irene DiMezzo and Helen Voci; two brothers, John and Paul Slamski; and Clarky’s Aunt and Uncle, Rupert and Maefred Clark Walker.

The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice and Maplewood for their extraordinary guidance and compassionate care.

There will be a calling hour held at the O’Leary Funeral Home, US highway 11, Canton, NY on May 9, 2018 from 10-11 am followed by a service celebrating Mary’s life.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Highway 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

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

BEAULIEU - Spring Burial for Mrs. Betty J. Beaulieu who passed away on March 16, 2018, will be held on Monday May 7, 2018 at 10:00 am in Calvary Cemetery, Massena, NY. Phillips Memorial Home is handling the arrangements for Betty Beaulieu.

HOWELL - The spring burial for Jean H. Howell will be 11:00am Tuesday, May 8th at North Watertown Cemetery. Mrs. Howell passed away February 7, 2018. Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Inc.

THOMAS - Gladys I. Thomas, who died January 2nd will be buried May 8th at 10:00 am at Sulphur Springs Cemetery. Arrangements are with Johnson Funeral Home, Dexter.

SHERWOOD - Spring Burial for Mr. George R. Sherwood who passed away on January 4, 2018, will be held on Tuesday May 8, 2018 at 11:00 am in Calvary Cemetery, Massena, NY. Phillips Memorial Home is handling the arrangements for George Sherwood.

LOWVILLE-Theodore (Ted) Charles Snyder, of Lowville, NY, dear husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, died May 2, 2018 at the age of 101. He had been residing at the Lewis County Residential Healthcare Facility since July 2014. He was born on March 16, 1917 in Copenhagen, New York, to the late Seymour and Mertie (Twitchell) Snyder. Ted attended Copenhagen School in Copenhagen, NY and, in 1934, began his career in carpentry, working in the Adirondack region at great hotels such as Bald Mountain House. Ted enlisted in the Army at the beginning of WWII, attending Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Fort Benning, GA, where he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Cannon Company of the 109th Regiment of the 28th Infantry Division. In October 1943, he sailed on the Aquitania to the United Kingdom, where he met his wife Joan prior to being sent into the European Theatre. Ted and Joan married in Wales in May of 1944, prior to Ted’s departure into service in Normandy later that summer. During WWII, Ted served as Platoon Leader, Forward Observer and Unit Commander in battles such as St. Lo, the Siegfried Line, the Colmar Pocket, Huertgen Forest and the Ardennes Offensive/Battle of the Bulge. For his role in the Battle of the Bulge and other battles, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for gallantry and heroism, the Purple Heart, and his most cherished personal award--the Combat Infantryman Badge. His regiment was also awarded the Croix de Guerre by Charles De Gaulle for their role in Colmar. After the war, Ted and Joan returned to northern NY, raising their family in West Martinsburg, and later in Lowville on East State Street. Ted built a successful carpentry business, and remained active in the Army Reserves, serving as commander of the Camp Drum Military Policy, until finally retiring from the Army in 1977 with the rank of Major. Ted built his last house at age 71, evolving his craft to then build custom cabinetry. To say he was an avid fisherman is an understatement. Whether heading to his “special” fishing spots on Tug Hill, or taking longer trips to Canada, his fishing truly was a favorite pastime – until golf came into his life. Ted and his wife Joan both loved to play golf with good friends and with family, and he continued to play into his 90’s. He was even known to build custom golf clubs for family and friends in his 80’s.

Ted is survived by his three daughters: Patricia Snyder Falton of Bellwood, NY, Paula L. (George) Pontolillo of Mineola, NY, and Denise K. (Michael) Pierce of Zionsville, IN; sister Ruth Yancey of Denmark, NY, five grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by Joan, his wife of 69 years, in October 2013. He was also preceded in death by his parents, brother Harold Snyder and sister Virginia Beecher. Calling hours will be on Monday, May 14 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at Iseneker Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 3:30pm on Tuesday, May 15 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Lowville, with Rev. Ed Murphy officiating. Burial with Military honors will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Copenhagen.

Memorial donations can be made to the Trinity Episcopal Church, 5411 Trinity Ave., Lowville, NY 13367 or to a charity of your choice. The family has such deep appreciation for Dr. Daniel Root and the staff at the Residential Healthcare Facility, who provided such a level of care and support, and to all the friends who consistently connected with Ted. All created meaning for Ted and gave him the opportunity to thrive and actively participate in his final years. His life was only enhanced by the lives he touched and those that touched his life. He will be sorely missed by all. Condolences may be made online at www.isenekerfuneralhome.com .

It is with extreme sadness that the family of Robert Charles “Bob” Kolb announces his passing after a long battle with an unexpected illness. Born in Somerville, NJ on January 2, 1961, to Paul and Lillian Ayers Kolb. Bob lived in New Jersey until his senior year in high school when his family moved to Northern New York, where he graduated from Carthage High School in 1979.

On March 14, 1987, Bob married the love of his life, Louine Skeldon. He loved to help people and was a captain at the Watertown Fire Department where he served for over thirty three years. He was a volunteer member of the Dry Hill Ski Patrol for over twenty years, and coached baseball and softball for his children’s youth teams.

Left behind is his wife of thirty one years, Louine Kolb, his three children, Jarrod, 29, of Watertown, NY, Nathan, 26, of Liverpool, NY and Olivia, 24, of New York, NY, whom he is very proud of, his brother William F., Claremont, FL, his sisters Beth (David) Cross. Great Bend, NY and Brett (Jody) Filiatrault, Carthage, NY.

Bob loved his life and had many friends and hobbies. He was a handy man who could fix anything. He especially enjoyed fixing up old cars and houses. Some of his favorite hobbies included camping and boating with his family, hunting, fishing, traveling, skiing, poker nights and playing guitar.

In the words of one of his favorite artists, Billy Joel, “Only the good die young”.

Calling hours will be Monday from 4-7pm at the D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. A funeral service will be held Tuesday at 1pm at the funeral home with Fire Department Chaplin Reverend Leon VanWie officiating. The service will be followed by a Celebration of Bob’s Life at the American Legion Harold W. Townsend Post #1757, Sackets Harbor, NY. Condolences may be made to www.dlcalarco.com

Ms. Sandra C. Zimm of Watertown, NY, died at the age of 69 on Wednesday morning, May 2, 2018, at her summer home on Lake Ontario.

Sandra was born on April 6, 1949, in Oneonta, New York. Her family lived on Long Island during her childhood, and later moved to Watertown. Sandra graduated from Watertown High School in 1967, where her activities included choir and contributing to The Owl, the student literary magazine. She studied English at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY. Sandra returned to Watertown following college graduation and managed the family shoe store, Corysan Shoes, on Public Square in Watertown.

After the shoe store closed in 1985, Sandra earned an MS in English Education from SUNY Potsdam and began her beloved career as a high school English teacher at Harrisville Central School in Harrisville, NY. Sandra taught 10th and 12th grade students as well as Advanced Placement English, and assisted with extracurricular activities to include being the National Honor Society student advisor. Sandra was part of the Harrisville Teacher’s Association and was passionate about her involvement with the NY State Union of Teachers (NYSUT) Committee of 100, dedicated to lobbying for more support for education. She retired in 2013.

Sandra’s greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren! She also enjoyed reading, gardening, singing, playing piano, boating, skiing, and traveling. Sandra is survived by a daughter, Leah Shanty-Zimm; a daughter, son-in-law, granddaughter, and grandson, Alexa, Dustin, Evelina and Theodor Simmons, and a brother, David Mitchinson.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Sandra’s honor be made to the American Cancer Society.

A Remembrance Celebration will be held on May 19th at Ryan’s Lookout, 9290 NY-3, Henderson, NY. Those who wish to honor Sandra’s memory may arrive anytime between 2 pm and 5 pm.

Arrangements were made by Cleveland Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.clevelandfuneralhomeinc.com.

NATURAL BRIDGE – Rita C. Keenan, 91, died Friday morning May 4th, 2018 at the Carthage Center Nursing Home.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Tues, May 8th at St. James Church, Carthage. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Calling hours will be held from 4 – 7 PM on Mon, May 7th at the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., 500 State St., Carthage.

NORFOLK-- A Mass of Christian Burial for 92 year old George Molnar, a lifelong resident of Norfolk, NY, will be held Tuesday, May 8 at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Visitation in Norfolk with Rev. Andrew J. Amyot presiding. Burial will follow at the Visitation Cemetery in Norfolk. Mr. Molnar passed away on May 3, 2018 at the Massena Memorial Hospital. Calling hours for family and friends will be held at the Buck Funeral Home in Norfolk on Monday, May 7 from 6 - 8 p.m.

George was preceded in death by Iva Jean, his wife of 53 years, on November 10, 2012, his six brothers, Steve, Andrew, John, Augustus, Joseph, Francis, and two sisters, Emma Papp and Mary Bregg.

George was born in Norfolk on April 24, 1926, son of John and Magdolna Stutz Molnar. He married Iva Jean Dye on May 23,1959. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps and served during the Korean War. He retired from ALCOA in Massena in 1988 after 35+ years as a mill operator and was a member of ALCOA’s 25 Year Club. George and Iva Jean were very active in several senior citizen organizations throughout their retirement years. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking and golf in his spare time.

George is survived by his three children, Jill Molnar, Norfolk NY, George (Michele) Molnar, Westford MA, Benjamin (Christine) Molnar, Romeoville IL, one brother Peter Molnar and five grandchildren (Nichole, Jessica, Emily, Jared and Logan). Memorial donations in George’s memory can be made to the Norfolk Rescue Squad or to the Farrar Home, 46 Constable St, Malone NY 12953 and memories and condolences may be shared online at www.buckfuneralhome.com. The Buck Funeral Home is serving the family of George Molnar.

Funeral services for Jeffrey J. Stout, age 46 of Sand Street in Brier Hill, will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday (May 5, 2018) at the Brier Hill Fire Department with Pastor David Sheppard officiating. Burial will be at the Ingham Cemetery at a later date. Following the service there will be celebration of life at the Brier Hill Fire Department, please attend wearing your Pittsburg Steelers colors black and yellow.

Calling hours will be held also at the Fire Hall from 10:00am until the time of the service. Jeffrey passed away on Monday (April 30, 2018) at the University Hospital in Burlington, VT surrounded by his loving family and friends. Arrangements are with the Fox & Murray Funeral Home.

Surviving is his father David W. Stout Jr.; two brothers David (Susan) Stout III and Michael (Cathy) Stout all of Brier Hill; nieces and nephews Aaron Stout, Abigail Stout, Anna Stout, Parker Stout and Tiffany (Lopez) Stout.

Jeffrey was predeceased by his mother Petronella “Nelly” Stout on April 13, 2018.

He was born on February 16, 1972 in Ogdensburg NY, a son of David & the late Nelly (VanErp) Stout. He graduated from Morristown High School and continued his education at SUNY Potsdam State where he earned a Bachelor’s degree.

In 1995 Jeff attended and completed an internship at Gallaudet University, a renowned education institution for the deaf and hard of hearing. Jeff’s work at Gallaudet demonstrated to the students at Gallaudet that people with a disability could overcome that challenge and work side by side with able-bodied persons. Jeff was a support system for other quadriplegics and paraplegics

Jeff was a prominent athlete at Morristown Central School. He was a four-year starter on the varsity soccer and baseball teams making several league all-star teams in both sports and in his senior year was the starting point guard on the most successful basketball team in Morristown Central School history. That year his team went 28-2, losing in the final four to the eventual State Champion. Jeff was extremely proud of this team accomplishment and recalled those memories fondly.

Jeff was a fixture at many of the areas sporting events. People would often go out of their way and walk over to say hi to them. He cared very deeply about the Sports Programs much like his Uncle Dean Daniels. Jeff could always be heard cheering for his hometown Green Rockets.

Jeff was a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers Fan. His love for his team often drove his friends to the edge of insanity as he playfully badgered them with the Steelers success. Jeff volunteered at several high schools doing talks on DWI. Jeff loved watching comedians and live comedy shows. Jeff loved spending time on the 4th of July in Morristown taking part in the festivities. Jeff enjoyed game nights, sewing club after hours at Lang Brooke and spending time with his family and numerous circle of friends.

Two of Jeff’s greatest enjoyments was attending his nieces and nephews sporting events and also going to the Akwesane Mohawk Casino playing black jack with his friends.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Brier Hill Fire Department or the Morristown Fire & Rescue Squad. Condolences can be shared also online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

Laurence Waters, son of the late Marion and Donald Waters of Watertown, died Thursday, May 3, 2018, at his home in Watertown at the age of 62.

He graduated from Watertown High School in 1974 and was in the U. S. Marine Corps where he was a military policeman. He attended Cleveland Institute of Electronics for a 3 1/2 year course in digital electronics and MPUs and continued toward a 4 year associated electronic engineering title. His schooling also included attending National Correspondence School for conservation and law and Jeff-Lewis Vocational School for 33 credit hours to receive his CDL. Laurence was over the road for a time until his parents got sick and he was needed at home.

He had a utility patent in the US entitled “Aerospace and Space Vehicle Propulsion, #6179250_B1. This patent resulted in a new category and 8 subclasses. He also possessed a European patent in the United Kingdom and Germany with the same invention and new category and subclasses. He converted his correspondence course in electronics into Lotus format which resulted in 155 copyrights. He also acquired another patent in the US, #D580465_S.

Laurence enjoyed sporting clays for 25 years and received several trophies. He also enjoyed PS space SIM games that mainly used joysticks, going to the movies, and scenic traveling throughout the seasons. He was a trained Blackjack dealer at the Akwesasne Casino in Hogansburg and liked playing cards at a casino with his friends. He was a long time member of both the Lincoln League and the Watertown Sportsmen’s Club, holding official status in both. Laurence was involved with Judo and instructed for a few years. He was financially comfortable and is survived by cousins, aunts, and uncles.

Calling hours will be held at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Watertown on Tuesday, May 8, from 8:30 - 9:30AM followed by the funeral mass celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church at 10AM with Fr. David Deluca, MSC presiding. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Clayton. Online condolences to his family may be posted at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

HARRISVILLE, NY ~ Michael J. Arnold, 66, of Maple St., Harrisville, died on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY, following complications from heart surgery.

Born May 25, 1951 in W. Carthage, NY, the eldest of five children and the son of Francis and Barbara (McMahon) Arnold, he graduated from Harrisville Central School in 1970.

Following high school, Mike attended Canton ATC, and later enlisted in the US Marine Corps on October 12, 1971 and served with CommCo, 3rd Marine Division until he was honorably discharged as a Corporal on July 16, 1973.

Shortly after his military service, he went to work at Fort Drum, holding a variety of positions in different departments over the years, including that of heavy equipment operator in the base’s Department of Public Works, the position he still held at the time of his death.

He married Tammy R. Gibbs on October 8, 1994 in St. Francis Solanus Church in Harrisville.

He was a life-long communicant of St. Francis Solanus Church in Harrisville, and was a member of the Black River American Legion.

Mike was an avid outdoors man, who loved camping and just being outside working around his home. A life-long NY Yankees fan, he also loved the New York Giants, and enjoyed attending Red & Black Football games. None of his favorite pastimes compared to the enjoyment he experienced watching his daughter play soccer during her high school years or going out to a movie and then to dinner with his wife and daughter. He wore the ever-present pride and love he had for his daughter, Elizabeth, on his sleeve, as was evident every time he found himself in a conversation with anyone about her.

Surviving besides his wife, Tammy, are his daughter, Elizabeth R. Arnold of Harrisville; three brothers, Patrick (Patricia) Arnold, of Camillus, NY, Paul Arnold, of Maryland, and Thomas (Kelly) Arnold, of Atlanta, GA; his sister, Judy (Bruce) St. Lawrence, of Middlesex, NY; his mother-in-law and step-father-in-law, Loretta and Paul McDermid, of Deer River; his father-in-law, Dayton Gibbs, of Carthage and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by both his parents.

Mike’s funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 10, 2018, beginning with an 11:15 a.m. family Prayer Service at Scanlon Funeral Home, 14187 State St., Harrisville, followed by a 12 Noon Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis Solanus Church, Harrisville, with the Rev. Donald J. Manfred, Pastor, officiating. A private burial will be in St. Francis Solanus Cemetery, Harrisville at a later date.

Calling hours will be on Wednesday, May 9th, from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Harrisville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or St. Francis Solanus Church, Harrisville.

To view online obituary or leave a message of sympathy, please visit www.scanlonfuneral.com.

EDWARDS/KINGSTON – Dianna L. Williams, age 71, of Edwards and formerly of Kingston, NY, passed away suddenly, but peacefully on April 28, 2018 at SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse.

There will be a Celebration of Dianna’s Life held at the Stepping Stone Ministries, 165 Smith Road, Gouverneur NY on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 12:00 p.m.

Dianna was born on October 11, 1946 in Kingston, NY. She was the daughter of the late Ernest and Dorothy (Pothemont) Petersen. Dianna graduated from Kingston High School in 1964.

She married George E. Williams on October 11, 1964 in Kingston. The couple lived in the Kingston area for most of their lives, having spent thirty years in Eddyville. The couple moved to Edwards, NY in 2007. George passed away on August 15, 2009.

Dianna worked as the head teller for Ulster Saving Bank in Kinston until her retirement in 2006 after ten years of service there. She was a member of the American Legion Post 1219 in Rosendale – Tillson, and enjoyed playing Bingo. In her free time, she loved time spent working on crafts and crocheting with her close friend, Cheri Tebo; and taking talking walks with Jim Tebo.

Her survivors include her three sons and their wives, George Jr. and Tracy of Saugerties, Scott and Amber of Crestview, FL, Jason of Eddyville; a sister and brother-in-law, Deborah and Ron Stein of Poughkeepsie; seven grandchildren, Konner, Kylie, Hunter, (and their mother, Kimberly) Lauryn, Haley, Cooper, and Zachary.

Donations given in her memory are encouraged to be made to: Stepping Stone Ministries, 165 Smith Road, Gouverneur NY 13642. Arrangements for her cremation are through French Funeral Home, Edwards. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.

Port Leyden: Graveside services for Patricia J. (Patty) Smith, 76, who died Jan. 6, 2018 will be Saturday May 12 at 12:30 pm in Calvary Cemetery, Port Leyden with Deacon James Chaufty, officiating. A reception celebrating her life will be held in the Port Leyden Fire Hall immediately following. Food donations may be dropped off at the fire hall after 9:00 am.

Patty was born Nov. 22, 1941 in Lowville and was a graduate of Port Leyden School. She married James (Mickey) Smith June 3, 1961. She was employed by the United States Postal Service for 39 years.

She was a charter member of the Port Leyden fireman’s Auxiliary and had bowled for over 50 years. She enjoyed traveling with Mickey and her friends.

She is survived by her husband, 3 sons, Scott and his fiance Linda Bush-Thomas; Jeffery and Wendy; Brian and Cathy and one daughter Joanna and Richard Gould, Jr. 6 grandchildren, 2 great-grandsons, 2 step-grandchildren and 1 step-great-grandson.; 3 brothers Robert(Clara) Brown, James(Carolyn) Brown, Gary(Karen) Brown and 1 sister-in-law Bessie Brown. She is predeceased by one brother Wayne.

Donations may be made in her memory to the Port Leyden Fire Dept. Auxiliary.

The Callaghan Funeral Home LLC is entrusted with the arrangements.

NATURAL BRIDGE – Rita C. Keenan, 91 formerly of Main St., died Friday morning at the Carthage Center Nursing Home where she had been a resident for a short time.

Born in Natural Bridge on July 20, 1926, the daughter of Harry and Grace McIntyre Simser; she was a graduate of the Carthage Augustinian Academy. She married Elmer A. “Ozzie” Keenan, a World War II veteran, on May 7, 1948, which was later solemnized at St. James Catholic Church, Carthage in 1973. Together, they owned and operated Keenan’s Grocery in Natural Bridge for 40 years. Ozzie passed away on March 10, 2004. She was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society of the former St. Henry’s Church in Natural Bridge, a member of the Ave Maria Circle at St. James Church, Carthage, a former member of the Natural Bridge Fire Department Auxiliary, the Carthage Area Hospital Auxiliary and the Natural Bridge Civic Organization.

She is survived by her daughter and her husband, Mary Catherine & Christopher V. Cain, Watertown, 3 grandchildren; Lisa Pastor, North Carolina, Leslie Burnash, Maryland and David Cain, Maryland, 5 great grandchildren and her sister in law, Mary Jean Simser. She is predeceased by her husband and her son David and daughter Karen Joanne who died as infants, as well as her siblings, Lyle, Paul, Gilda, George and Robert.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, May 8th at St. James Catholic Church, Carthage, with the Rev. Donald Robinson, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Carthage. Calling hours will be held from 4:00 – 7:00 PM on Monday, May 7th at the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., 500 State St., Carthage.

Memorial donations may be made to the Carthage Augustinian Academy or the St. James Church, 327 West St., Carthage, NY 13619. Online condolences may be made at www.lundyfuneralhome.com

Evelyn Y. LaVere, 89, of Pierrepont Manor, died Friday evening May 4th at Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, where she had been admitted earlier that day. Arrangements with the Piddock Funeral Home, Inc, Adams, are incomplete.