Hedwig Wells, Watertown, passed away Wednesday, July 18th in the Emergency Room of Samaritan Medical Center. She was 82 years old.

Born August 31, 1935 in Nuremberg, Germany, she was a daughter to Alois and Anna (Wurschinger) Banzer. She received her high school education and moved to the United States in 1955.

She worked as a cook at various north country restaurants. Hedwig enjoyed casino trips, sewing, and spending time with her family.

A marriage to Thomas Wells would end in divorce.

She is survived by her children: Wilhelmine and David Ambrose of Black River, Timothy and Wendy Wells of Dexter, Ted and Christine Wells of Watertown, Theresa Wells of Florida; her grandchildren: Jessica, Kaila, Matthew, Erick; her great-grandchildren: Madilyn & Mallory; and her brother: Erwin Banzer of Altdorf, Germany.

Besides her parents she is predeceased by a brother, Richard.

There are no calling hours. The graveside service will be 2:00pm Friday, July 20th at Brookside Cemetery.

Donations may be made in her name to the Jefferson County SPCA, 25056 Water Street, Watertown, New York 13601.

Arrangements are with Reed & Benoit Funeral Home, Watertown.

Please join the families of Michael and Wayne Kelsey, July 21, 2018 at the KFC in Brasher Falls from Noon to 4:00 pm,

to celebrate the live of their Mother and Grandmother Janice M. Kelsey who passed January 27, 2018.

Pasquale V. “Patsy” Doldo, 85, of Columbia Street, passed away, June 19, 2018, surrounded by his family, at Samaritan Keep Home, where he has been a resident for a short time. Arrangements are with D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. Online condolences may be made to www.dlcalarco.com

Walter L. Kerley Jr., 78, of Watertown, NY passed away January 11, 2018 with family by his side in Zephyrhills, Florida.

Walter was born in Oswego, New York on March 22, 1939, the son of Mildred and Walter Kerley Sr.

In preparation for his 37 years of teaching physical education and coaching, Walter was groomed by his father through the Leaders Club of the YMCA. He competed in several sports. In 1955 he was YMCA Indiana State Champion in All Around Gymnastics and was a football all-star at Southside High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He attended Springfield College, a YMCA training college for physical education, won a gymnastics scholarship to the University of Southern Mississippi and received his bachelor’s degree from Michigan State in 1959.

He took a job as YMCA Physical Director from 1960-68 in Indiana and Adrian, Michigan where he met his wife, Beth Porter of Watertown, New York. They married January 26, 1969 at the First Methodist Church in Watertown. He earned his master’s degree from Central Michigan University in 1970 and began teaching public school physical education and coaching in Mecosta, Michigan.

He transferred to Watertown Public Schools in 1971 where he taught and coached Varsity Gymnastics and Softball. He was certified in First Aid and swimming, taught thousands of children to swim and recertified the staff. He retired June of 1997. Walter was well respected for his teaching excellence by both students and peers.

Walter was active in his community through his church and the Masons. He accepted Christ as a teen, and was an active member of the First United Methodist Church for 46 years. In 1971 he joined the Watertown Masonic Lodge #49, was a member of the Scottish Rite, the Shriners and later Dexter Lodge # 1072. He received the Meritorious Service Award for Community Service, leadership in the Masonic Bodies, participation in the Child ID program, and support for Dyslexia Learning Center, Heart Research Center and Shriners Hospitals for Children. He was well known for his ability to memorize and recite Masonic ritual, his quick wit and dry sense of humor and loved a good debate.

Walter loved nature and outdoor sports, especially hunting and fishing. His passion for Country Music is best summarized by his love for Waylon, Willy and the Boys, listening to Classic Country and of course dancing with his wife. He was physically active, faithfully attended his children’s’ sporting events and enjoyed their success. After retirement, he loved traveling, visiting his children and spending winters in Florida as a “snowbird”.

Walter was predeceased in death by his mother and father. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Beth Porter Kerley; his brother William C. Kerley and his wife Carolyn of Fort Wayne, IN; his five children: Walter L. Kerley 111 and his wife Lina of Mexico, Ames E. Kerley and his wife Kimberly of Kiln, MS., Lucas W. Kerley and his wife Jacquelyn of Maurnelle, AR, Sarah R. Stephens and her husband Curtis of Concord, NC, and Marla B. Kerley of Watertown, NY. He has nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren whom he dearly loved. He will be greatly missed by his students, friends and family.

A “Celebration of Life” service will be held July 28th at the First United Church of Watertown , 236 Mullin St. at 4:00 PM, with a Masonic Service to be included. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children at www.shrinershospitals forchildren.org. Local arrangements are with Johnson Funeral Home, Dexter. Online condolences may be made to dexterfuneralhome.com.

NORWOOD—Graveside services for 87 year old Joyce M. O’Brian, a resident of 392 Lakeshore Drive, Norwood, will be held Saturday July 21, 2018 at 11 a.m. in Brookdale Cemetery with Rev. Richard Lenz presiding. Mrs. O’Brian passed away early Wednesday morning at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Joyce is survived by her two sons, James and Sue O’Brian, Lady Lake, FL; Timothy and Ame O’Brian, Eaton Rapids, MI; a daughter, Mary and Alan Haught, Canton; her seven beloved grandchildren, two great grandchildren; two sisters, Ruby Bullock, Lockport, NY and Janice and Richard Sargent, Ogdensburg as well as several nieces and nephews. Joyce was pre-deceased by her husband, John “Jack” on January 4, 2014, a brother, Jackie Puterbaugh and a sister, Sharon Zastrow. Born in Massena, NY on June 23, 1931 to the late John and Pearl McClure Puterbaugh, Joyce married John “Jack” O’Brian on May 7, 1949. Joyce was well known for her cooking and hospitality. She was a homemaker and her home was always filled with friends, family, and love. No one went away hungry! She was an avid Syracuse basketball fan and loved to read and do crossword puzzles. Memorial Donations in Joyce’s memory can be made to Potsdam SPCA or the Potsdam Volunteer rescue squad and memories and condolences may be shared online at www.buckfuneralhome.com . The Buck Funeral Home is serving the family of Joyce M. O’Brian.

William John Bura, 69, of Lester Road, Felts Mills, NY, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at the Samaritan Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Calling hours will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 22 at the Bruce Funeral Home, 131 Maple St., Black River.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, July 23 at the funeral home. Following the funeral the family will have a Celebration of Life at the Black River American Legion.

William will be cremated following the funeral service and a private burial will take place in the Felts Mills Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

He was born on November 4, 1948 in Watertown, NY, son of the late George and Violet Bura.

He was employed by Coca Cola for 35 years and retired in 2002. He had 21 ½ years of military service. He served with the US Army as a combat engineer in the Vietnam War and while serving with the National Guard, 145th Maintenance Company, he was called to active duty and served in Desert Storm. He was honorably discharged in 2003.

He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 1960 device, Army Commendation Medal, two overseas bars, sharpshooter (M-14), marksman (M-16) Kuwait Liberation Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, and South West Asia Service Medal with three Bronze Stars.

On June 23, 1973, William was united in marriage with Joanne Altmire, of Felts Mills, NY, at the Black River United Methodist Church.

Besides his wife Joanne, he is survived by his children Tobin Bura, Tupper Lake and his companion Lucretia Wren, Timothy Bura and his wife Natasha, Felts Mills, and William Bura and his wife Joanna, Alexandria Bay, five grandchildren, Jocelyn, Jaelyn, Natalie, Jeradyn and Kayleigh. Also surviving are two brothers and a sister in law, George and Donna Bura, Alpine, CA, Richard Bura, Watertown, a sister and brother in law, Kim and Christopher Bennett, Dexter and his two fur babies, Smokey and Shadow.

He is predeceased by his daughter, Cortney, parents, George and Violet, sisters, Sandra Murray and Linda Bither.

William was a former member of the Felts Mills Fire Department, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, 4 wheeling, camping at Lake Bonaparte, taking photos and he was a computer enthusiast. Most of all his family meant the world to him.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Children’s Miracle Network 830 Washington St., Watertown, NY 13602.

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

BRASHER FALLS – Ms. Kristen G. Richards, 24, of 640 Mahoney Road, unexpectedly passed away Thursday morning, July 19, 2018 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete with the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena.

Pasquale V. “Patsy” Doldo, 85, of Columbia Street, passed away, July 19, 2018, surrounded by his family, at Samaritan Keep Home, where he has been a resident for a short time. Arrangements are with D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. Online condolences may be made to www.dlcalarco.com

Burial service with military honors for George & Barbara Dillingham of Ogdensburg will be held on Monday July 23, 2018 at 1:00pm at the Ogdensburgh Cemetery with Rev. James Shurtleff officiating. Mr. Dillingham passed away on Dec 12, 2017 and his wife Barbara died Sept 2, 2003.

Lived at 18101 Queen Anne Road Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Born on December 15, 1958 in Watertown NY and passed away on July 7, 2018. He attended Saint Bernard’s Elementary School in Riverdale, Eleanor Roosevelt High School in Greenbelt, and the University of Maryland where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. Steve will be remembered for his great sense of humor, caring nature, generosity, and love of pets. He was the only person we’ve ever known to answer all the questions on Jeopardy. He always made his family his highest priority and was always there for each of us. We now will have another Angel watching over us as he did for us here on earth. He is survived by his mother, Sharon Lawler, Matthew and Debora, Justin, Corielle, and Cara Bell. Perhaps stars are not stars but rather openings in heaven where the love of Steve will shine down to let his family and friends know he is happy. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

- From a headstone in Ireland

NORWOOD – Private services for 90 year old George H. Reynolds, formerly of Norwood, NY and Nokomis, FL, will be held at the convenience of the family at Riverside Cemetery in Norwood. Mr. Reynolds passed away Sunday morning, July 15, 2018 at 4312 Gainesborough Court in Tampa, Florida. George is survived by his three daughters, Lyn and John Johnson, Nokomis, FL, Sherry and Henry Deshaies, Pikeville, NC, and Sue Ann and Robert Barber, Tampa, FL, along with five grandchildren, Melissa, Todd, Scott, Robert & Christopher and seven great grandchildren. George is also survived by his nephews Bob, Mike, Richard & Don Ashley and Royal Mattice . He is predeceased by his wife, Colleen C. Mattice and a sister, Ethel Ashley.

George Reynolds was born on February 22, 1928 in Potsdam, NY to the late Earl and Mildred Reynolds and married Colleen Mattice on March 12, 1946. He worked as a Maintenance Superintendent at the NY Power Authority and was a past member of the Norwood Fire Department, Brass Fireman, and the Louisville Fire Department. Memorial Donations in George’s Memory can be made to LifePath Hospice, 12470 Telecom Drive, Suite 300, Temple Terrace, FL 33637 and memories and condolences may be shared online at www.buckfuneralhome.com . The Buck Funeral Home in Norwood is serving the family of George H. Reynolds

Pasquale V. “Patsy” Doldo, 85, of Columbia Street, passed away, July 19, 2018, surrounded by his family.

Patsy was born March 23, 1933, in Watertown, son of John J. and Josephine Coppola Doldo, Sr. He graduated from Watertown High School in 1951. He was the starting point guard on the 1951 NY State Championship Basketball team. He then was employed by the New York Air Brake until 1953 when he entered the United States Army. On October 29, 1960, he married Jean Marie Fitzgerald at the Woodruff Hotel with Mayor William Lauchenaur officiating. Jean died November 2, 2014.

In 1960, he and his brother Anthony “Tiny” founded Doldo Bros. Beer Distributors. He continued to run the business along with his son Pat until the time of his passing. In 2008, Patsy was given the Miller Hi-Life Achievement Award which at the time was the highest yearly award given for Miller distributors.

Patsy was a communicant of St. Anthony’s Church. He was a member of the Elks Lodge #496, VFW Post #1400, American Legion Post #61 and the Italian American Civic Association. In 2006, he was inducted into the Red and Black Hall of Fame.

Patsy loved a cold Miller Lite, his breakfast group, his Quick Draw gang, his poker buddies and almost any dessert. The most important thing in his life was his family.

Patsy’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the Samaritan Medical Facilities for the kindness and care they gave to him and his family.

Surviving are two sons, Pat (Jen), their two children, Matt and Luke and Todd (Jenny), their four children, Cole, Jade, Clayton and Ava, all of Watertown, two brothers, John (Patty) Doldo, Jr., Watertown and Louis Richard Doldo and his companion Lisa, Watertown, two sisters- in- law Donna Doldo and Josephine Doldo, Watertown, several nieces and nephews. Three brothers, Joseph Doldo, Dominic “Mego” Doldo, Anthony “Tiny” Doldo, a sister, Concetta Romeo and a sister- in- law Ellen, all died before him.

A funeral mass will be held Monday, at Holy Family Church at 11am with Msgr. Robert Aucoin officiating, and Rev. Donald Robinson will concelebrate. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery. Arrangements are with D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Jefferson County, 1398 Gotham Street, Watertown, to the Sisters of the precious Blood, 400 Pratt Street, Watertown or to Children’s Miracle Network, 830 Washington Street, Watertown. Online condolences may be made to www.dlcalarco.com

BRASHER FALLS– Ms. Kristen Grace Richards, 24, of 640 Mahoney Road, unexpectedly passed away Thursday morning, July 19, 2018 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital.

Kristen was born September 30, 1993 in Richmond, Virginia, the daughter of William Richards and Theresa Tyler. She attended various local schools, graduating from Madrid-Waddington High School. Kristen enjoyed playing with her toys and listening to music.

Kristen is survived by her father and step-mother, William and Mary Ann of Brasher Falls; her mother, Theresa of Virginia; her sisters, Brittany Crockett and her son, Landon of Florida and Autumn Watson of Virginia; a step-brother, Corey Love and his companion, Gabrielle O’Donell and his son, Collin of Brasher Falls; her paternal grandmother, Betty Richards of Norwood; paternal step-grandparents, Peggy and Bert Clemo of Massena; maternal grandmother, Joanne Tyler of Virginia; aunts and uncles, Gina and Brian Chase, Ronald and Juana Richards, Wanita Richards and Mike Seeber, Wendell Tyler, and Diedre Tyler; and many cousins.

She was predeceased by her paternal grandfather, Elmer A. Richards and her maternal grandfather, Wendell Tyler.

Friends may call Sunday 12-2:00 PM at the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena, where funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Area 2.

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

Eileen M. Peters, 97, passed away on July 20, 2018, at the Maplewood Campus, where she had been a resident since August 2016.

Eileen was born on November 1, 1920, in Lisbon, New York, the daughter of Erastus and Mae (Goodison) Tracy. She graduated from Canton High School in 1937 and married Donald F. Dean in 1938. They had three children — James, Robert, and Elaine. Donald died in 1945 from injuries sustained during a WWII battle. Eileen later married Charles H. Peters, and they had one daughter, Leah (Peters) Tucker. Charles died in September 1996 after a long illness.

Over the years Eileen worked as a baker and cook at Canton Grammar School, Canton ATC and Gray Bowling Lanes. She was a terrific cook and baker and could whip up a meal in no time flat. Her doughnuts — eaten either fresh or frozen — were always the best! She worked as a clerk at the Noble Shoe Store for many years; and, after her retirement from Noble’s could tell you what brand and the size shoe of all the customers.

Eileen and Chuck were long-time members of bowling teams at Gray Lanes. She was a long-time member of the Ladies Home Bureau. She loved to sew and knit. All of her family has a heirloom Afghan that she knit over the years. During her 60s she and Chuck took up golf. She enjoyed getting out there and walking the course, and now and then kicking the ball just a bit closer to the hole or tossing it up over a big berm. Prior to moving to Maplewood, she resided at the Canton Highrise on Riverside Drive where she enjoyed watching NY Yankee baseball, reading, working cross-word puzzles, playing bingo and cards. She loved her family, and her apartment was covered with photos of kids, grandkids and great-grandkids. She will be dearly missed by all her family.

Eileen is survived by her children James and Rita Dean, San Antonia, Texas; Robert and Sharon Dean, Canton, New York; Elaine (Dean) White, Canton, New York; and Leah (Peters) Tucker, Kansas City, Missouri. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and 8 great- great grandchildren, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and brother-in-law and sisters-in-law.

She was pre-deceased by her great grandchildren Hilary Phalon, Mathew Tucker, and Bethany Dean; also by her brothers Leon, Roger, and William Tracy; and sisters Mable (Tracy) Kenyon, Dorothy (Tracy) Burwell, and Inez (Tracy) Madill.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm at the O’Leary Funeral Home, Canton, where a funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Canton.

Eileen received wonderful care from the staff at Maplewood Campus and the local Hospice staff. Donations can be made in her memory to the Maplewood Campus Activity Fund or to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley.

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

Stanley F. Thomas, Jr., 55, of Watertown passed away Wednesday evening, July 18, 2018.

Calling hours will be held at Cummings Funeral Service, Inc., Watertown on Monday, July 23, from 4 - 7PM. The funeral service will be at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 24, at 1PM with Pastor Jeff Smith presiding followed by burial in North Watertown Cemetery.

Stan was born in Watertown on February 27, 1963, son of Stanley F. and Nancy (Beach) Thomas and he graduated from Watertown High School. He was a correction officer at the Watertown Correctional Facility and for over 30 years, owned and operated Thomas Painting. He was a member of Elks Lodge 496, Eagles Aerie 782, and American Legion Post 61.

He enjoyed motorcycling, traveling, listening to music and attending concerts, and working out at the Y. Stan also enjoyed sports and was passionate about the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bull dogs were also his passion. He was very sociable, a smile was on your face whenever you were around him, and he was willing to do anything for his family and his friends.

Stan is survived by his two sons, Corey Wood, N. Myrtle Beach, SC and Stanley R. Thomas, Buffalo; father, Stanley F. Thomas, Sr., Watertown; four siblings, Tina (Raymond) Porter, Black River, Cindy Aldrich, Watertown, Vickie (Robert) Parker, Philadelphia, NY, and Joseph Thomas, Lowville; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Stan was predeceased by his mother, Nancy Thomas, in 1995, his companion, Carrie E. Merritt, June 4, 2016, and his nephew, Richard Aldrich II.

In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations in his name to the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 7, E. Syracuse, NY 13057. Online condolences to his family may be posted at www.cummingsfuneral.com.

Ruth A. Duffany, age 89 of Dexter passed away at the home of her granddaughter in Watertown; Saturday July 21st with her family by her side.

Ruth was born December 10, 1928 in Watertown the daughter of Leland and Jane Tidd Spencer. She attended school in Long Island and moved to Dexter at the age of 18 where she graduated from Dexter High School.

Ruth married Francis C. Duffany on November 10, 1947 in Dexter. The couple lived all their married lives in Dexter. Ruth worked at the Globe Store in Watertown and later at Barbara Moss Store in Watertown.

She was a member of the Dexter United Methodist Church, Christian Women’s’ Group, Dexter Senior Citizens, Ham Jammers and followed the Black River Fiddlers.

She is survived by her loving companion Bill Kinne, and three children: Thomas (Jeannie) Duffany of Croghan, Gail Farmer and her companion Jim Rougeux of Syracuse and Brenda Charpentier of Watertown. Grandchildren include: Stephanie and Kevin Elliott, Cynthia Derouin and Tammy Gregory, Amy Derouin and fiancé’ Craig Geisler, David Walters, Thomas Duffany, Patrick (Joie) Duffany, Stephanie (Joseph) Nathan, Patrick (Hillary ) Shelmadine. She has several great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband Francis and her brother Richard Spencer.

A “Celebration of Life” will be held Wednesday July 25th at the 1st United Presbyterian Church of Sackets Harbor at 11:00 am with the Rev. Melodie Long officiating. There will be no calling hours. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Adams at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made to Hospice of Jefferson County 1398 Gotham St. Watertown, NY 13601. Online condolences may be made to dexterfuneralhome.com.

NORFOLK — Arrangements for 68 year old Suzanne M. Serrano, a resident of 783 Lime Hollow Road, Norfolk, are incomplete at this time with the Buck Funeral Home in Norwood. Mrs. Serrano passed away Saturday, July 21, 2018 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital with her family at her side. A complete obituary will be available when finalized. The Buck Funeral Home in in Norfolk is serving the family of Suzanne M. Serrano.

Bradenton, FL — William A. Ripp, 68, of Bradenton, Florida, a former resident of Port Leyden, passed away after a brief illness, on June 7, 2018, at Blake Medical Center, Bradenton, Florida.

Affectionately known as Bill, he was born in Lowville, on February 9, 1950, a son of the late John and Natalie Boland Ripp. Bill attended Port Leyden Central School and graduated from South Lewis Senior High School, Turin. Thereafter he furthered his education at SUNY Alfred, where he majored in Civil Engineering.

Mr. Ripp enlisted in the US Navy in 1974, serving in active duty from 1974-1981. Thereafter he served in the US Navy Reserve from 1981-1996, gaining the rank of Lieutenant, with a specialty in aviation electronics. Following his honorable discharge and Navy retirement, Mr. Ripp was employed with several major corporations in installation, maintenance and servicing of telecommunications equipment.

Bill’s great love for travel began while serving in the Navy and continued throughout his life. His many traveling experiences included visiting countries around the world and Iceland. Among his favorite places to visit were Yosemite and Grand Teton National Parks. Very recently Bill had completed a 15,000 mile trip throughout the western United States while visiting favorite parks and close friends, of which he had many.

Bill was able to combine his love of travel with his keen interest and enjoyment of photography, a skill which he eagerly shared his knowledge of with many students/friends in Florida.

He is survived by four brothers, Michael (Judy) Ripp, Lyons Falls, Brian Ripp, Port Leyden, Sean (Lou Anne) Ripp, Sackets Harbor, Alan (Lyn) Ripp, Port Leyden; four sisters, Mary Ripp, Port Leyden, Patricia (Thomas) Koubek, Howell, NJ, Kathleen Ripp, Hawthorne, NY, and Laura (Paul) Lazarus, Lowville; aunts, Carolyn Jaquin, Syracuse and Gwendolyn Ripp, Vero Beach, FL and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Suzanne Miller Ripp, and a brother, Mark, who passed away in 2018.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at 11:00 A.M. at Calvary Cemetery, Port Leyden. Military Rites will be provided by Charles J. Love Post # 406, American Legion, Harland J. Hennessey Post V.F.W. and Tun Tavern Marine Corps League, all of Boonville. Arrangements are in care of Trainor Funeral Home, Inc. Boonville.

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

On July 10, 2018 Lawrence (Larry) Mousaw passed away of natural causes at the age of 81 in Crystal River Florida. He was born in Canton New York to a Estella and Michael Mousaw. He lived many years in the upstate New York area, but most recently the past 10+ years in Florida with his loving wife of 33 years Charlotte. He was one of 19 children born to his parents with 13 that lived. He was predeceased by his his parents, his brothers Richard, William (Bill), Pete, Lee, Michael and Jay, his sisters Shirley, Pauline and Francis.

Larry served in the US Air Force for 25 years and retired as a master sergeant. He lived in several states and countries throughout his distinguished career. Amongst his many accomplishments he was chosen as an honor guard for Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles. He also received many prestigious awards during his service to our country.

He was a man of great strength, love and generosity who loved his family deeply and was always there to give a helping hand to anyone in need. He is survived by his loving wife Charlotte (Hewitt) Mousaw, his children Denise Richardson of Nevada, Diane Cahelo of Florida, and Michael Mousaw of Arizona. His stepchildren Thomas Grange of New Mexico, Lisa Lincoln of Florida and Kim Carr of New York. his sisters Jessica Mary Buck bof Pennsylvania, Jane O’Mara of New York, and his brother Dan Mousaw of Arizona, also many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A private service is being held in Crystal River Florida on the 22nd and a larger public memorial service will be held in Pierrepont New York at a later date yet to be determined. Donations in Larry‘s name can be made to the Cooks Corners community club c/o Renee Miller 615 Orebed road Colton NY 13625 or the Pierrepont Volunteer Fire Department 62 Old County Rd., Canton, NY 13617

MASSENA — Mr. William Howard Orlando, 80, passed comfortably in his sleep on July 20, 2018 at the St. Regis Rehab Center where he had been receiving exceptional care.

Bill was born on April 20, 1938 in Altoona, Pennsylvania, the son of the late William Anthony and Margaret (Witt) Orlando. He was schooled in New Jersey and graduated from Newark Technical School. He served his country first in the US Army Reserves before enlisting in the US Air Force and serving for four years until his honorable discharge. After his discharge, he promptly married his wife, Frances Lucille DiBartolo, who was born in Gagliano, Sicily. They shared 57 years of marriage and were blessed with three sons that he could not be prouder of and was sure to tell everyone so.

After a brief stay in Newark, they moved to South Toms River, New Jersey, where they spent 48 years raising their family before retiring and moving to Massena to spend the rest of their years with their children and grandchildren. Bill was an electrical designer and professional musician playing the guitar and vibraphone. He owned several businesses and worked at Princeton University, Bell Laboratory, and retired from MTI Precision Products.

He was the epitome of a father with filled ingenuity and he exposed his children to everything he could. He took them camping, fly fishing, hunting, and even taught them computer programming, carpentry, and design skills. Summer weekends were spent at seasonal campsites in a pop-up camper even though they were three hours from home. He was an avid cook and those skills were passed on as well. Although he was not an athletic person, he made sure his boys played Little League. He even made effort to take the family skiing and actually skied himself, with Frances as well. He was also an avid gardener relishing in the bounty of his labor every summer including this one. He had an exceptional sense of humor and always used it. In his retirement, besides gardening, he was consumed by model railroading in several scales and he continued to use his design skills in his basement on several layouts. He enjoyed assisting at the model railroader’s yearly show at the Massena Arena. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus.

He will be forever remembered and missed by his loving wife, Frances; his sons, Dr. William A. Orlando and his wife, Debbie, and their children, Nicole Marie of Nashville, Tennessee, William Howard, Jennifer Lynn, and Jamie Ann Orlando of Massena; Dr. Leonard Orlando and companion, Tracie Barnes of Massena; Dr. Edward Orlando and his wife, Jennifer, and their children, Alyssa Josephine and Sierra Eleanor Orlando of Port Jervis, New York; and many friends.

In addition to his parents, William and Margaret, he was predeceased by his only brother, Edward Orlando.

At his request, there will be no services at this time and his family requests their privacy during this time of healing.

Arrangements are with the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena, where memories and condolences may be shared online at www.donaldsonfh.com.