OBITUARIES

Jan 26, 2018

Lena Douglas of Trumansburg, passed away unexpectedly on January 26, 2018 at the age of 95. Lena is survived by a son, William (Bonnie) Douglas Jr.; a granddaughter, Anitra (Rob) McCarthy; two sisters, Mary “Jean” Pauldine and Carmelita Cardone; former daughter-in-law, Marsha Powell and many nieces and nephews. Lena was preceded in death by her husband, William Douglas in...

Jan 21, 2018

Anne Sherwood Ouellette, 75, of Salem, VA became an angel and went to heaven peacefully on January 21, 2018. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jane Park Sherwood and Arthur Sherwood of Ithaca, NY. She is survived by two daughters, Catherine Felshaw of Atlanta, GA and Barbara (Rob) Rigatti of Daleville, VA two beautiful grandchildren, Abby and...

Jan 11, 2018

Antoinette R. LaBuff of Ithaca and formerly of Niverville passed away at Cayuga Ridge on Thursday, January 11, 2018 at the age of 95.

Antoinette was born in Mount Vernon on March 29, 1922 a daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Negri) Polese. She lived at the McGraw House in Ithaca for 25 years and was...

Jan 8, 2018

Jack F. Lincoln of Trumansburg, passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Monday, January 8, 2018 at the age of 88.

Jack was born in Ithaca a son of the late John and May Lincoln in 1929. Jack joined the United States Navy and was a member of the Navy Seabees for 5 years. After returning home...

Jan 6, 2018

Katharine Perry Sinko of Trumansburg passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at the age of 73. Kate was born in Elmira on September 23, 1944, a daughter of the late John and Maryanna (Hoffman) Perry. After graduating from Elmira High School she attended Wagner College, obtaining her Bachelors Degree before attending Elmira College, earning her...

Jan 5, 2018

Donald “Don” L. Bennett, lifelong resident of Trumansburg, passed away at home on Friday, January 5, 2018 at the age of 86. Don was born in Ithaca on June 4, 1931, a son of the late Levi and Anna (O’Brien) Bennett. He was a graduate of the Trumansburg High School Class of 1949 and attended Morrisville College, graduating with...

Jan 3, 2018

Genevieve Potter Stewart of Wayne passed away at Ira Davenport Hospital in Bath on January 3, 2018 at the age of 104. Gen was born in Troupsburg, NY, a daughter of the late George and Anna Belle Potter. She and husband, Charles, co-owned and operated Holton’s Pharmacy in Trumansburg for many years. Additionally, Gen worked for the Chamber of...

Dec 30, 2017

Mary Carolyn Hubbell Salino, 88, of Enfield, NY passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2017.

She was born on July 10, 1929 to Raymond and Hilda Jones Hubbell, the fourth child of twelve. Carolyn attended Enfield District School Number 11, then Ithaca High School. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse and met her husband-to-be, Robert Salino, while...

Dec 29, 2017

David E. Kauppinen, age 68, of Colegrove Road, passed away on December 29, 2017.

Born January 31, 1949 in Ithaca, the son of Charles and Pat Kauppinen. He was a 1967 graduate of Trumansburg High School, and had worked at Newport Chevrolet as a mechanic, and in maintenance at Lakeside Nursing Home, Franziska Racker Center and most...

Dec 18, 2017

Mary Chrysogelos O’Brien, known affectionately to many as Yia Yia, passed peacefully at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Connie O’Brien and Andy Boehm on December 18th.

The third of five children, Mary was born on November 28, 1919 in LaGrange, Georgia to Vasiliki and the Reverend John Chrysogelos. The family moved frequently during Mary’s earliest...

Dec 18, 2017

Kathleen M. Cassaniti of Covert passed away at home on Monday, December 18, 2017 at the age of 71.

Kathleen was born on November 18, 1946, a daughter of the late Cyrus and Frances Kean. She was a passionate cook and baker, making the most delicious peach and apple pies.

Kathleen is survived by her...

Dec 13, 2017

Nancy A. Swank, age 78, of Trumansburg passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 13, 2017.

A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks those that would like to make a contribution in Nancy’s memory to kindly consider First Baptist Church of Trumansburg, Attn: Hospitality Fund, PO Box 686,...

Dec 12, 2017

John Richard “Jack” Pavia Jr. of Trumansburg passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at the age of 85.

Jack was born in Newark, New Jersey on April 20, 1932, a son of the late John and Mildred (Owen) Pavia Sr. He obtained his Bachelor’s Degree from Lehigh University in Pennsylvania then attended...

Dec 8, 2017

Melvin Mitchell “Mitch” Turner of Burdett went home to heaven to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Friday, December 8, 2017 at the age of 59. Mitch was born in Missouri on August 25, 1958. He was a long time employee at Atlantic Dental in Ithaca as a dental lab technician. Mitch was an avid weight lifter and enjoyed...

Dec 5, 2017

Philonease Lenora Pacetti of Ithaca passed away at Beechtree Care Center on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at the age of 90. Philonease was born in Biloxi, Mississippi on October 25, 1927 a daughter to the late Clarence and Naomi (Webb) Mizell. A great southern cook, she prided herself in making the best chicken and dumplings and homemade biscuits. Philonease...

Nov 30, 2017

Richard J. “Dick” Stoughton of Trumansburg, beloved husband, father, grandfather and stepfather, died Nov. 30, 2017, at the age of 90.

Dick was born April 2, 1927 in Ithaca, son of the late Ernest and Rosamond Stoughton, and attended Trumansburg Central Schools. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean Conflict before...

Nov 25, 2017

Angelina Marie Hope Dunbar of Trumansburg passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at the age of 15.

Angelina was born in Buffalo on November 21, 2002. A self-proclaimed diva, Angelina enjoyed getting dressed up always putting a complete outfit together from head to toe. She loved sports, especially football and NASCAR. Angelina attended several NY...

Nov 22, 2017

Anne W. Wagner of Montour Falls went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at the age of 75.

Anne was born in Amsterdam, NY on June 30, 1942, a daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. Homer and Pearl (Cook) Wetherbee. She attended Houghton College earning a Bachelor of Music with a...

Nov 8, 2017

Zdravko “Val” Lukic', age 82, of 1535 Trumansburg Rd., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, surrounded by his loving family.

Val was born on August 25, 1935, in the small village of Grabovo, of the Vojvodina province of Serbia, former Yugoslavia. He is the son of the late Stevan and Vuka Lukic'. He came to...

Nov 1, 2017

Laura Lee Blaison of Trumansburg passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at the age of 50, after a brief illness. Laura was born in Newburgh on September 21, 1967, a daughter of the late James and Marion (Farvis) Blaison. Laura Lee was a vivacious woman, who often enjoyed shopping, food of many varieties, and...