The Ithaca Journal

Beverly Ann Todd age 81, of Groton, NY passed away, on September 9th. She was born on July 16, 1941 in Cortland, NY to Olive and Laurence Devlen. Bev retired from NYS Office of Children and Family Service at Lansing Residential Center after 35 years and then worked several years at Kinney's drugs. She enjoyed family gatherings, church, gardening and watching sports. Beverly was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She is survived by her Son, Gregory (Carol) Todd of Ocala; Daughter-in-law, Marge Todd of Groton; Brother, Larry (Carol) Devlen of Groton. Grandchildren and many Great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Richard and son, Brian. A...

Eric Maurice Xavier, 40, formerly of Ovid, NY passed away Sunday September 4, 2022. Eric was born and raised in Ovid, NY, where he spent his childhood riding bicycles with his brother and sister, working around the house on projects with his father, climbing trees, and working in the garden with his grandmother. Eric was both creative with his musical abilities and art, while also being hands-on with tinkering with engines, cars, and any gadget he could get his hands on. Always full of curiosity, he never spent a moment idle in his quest for knowledge. Upon receiving his bachelor's degree from Elmira College, he moved to the Hudson Valley where he co-invented and developed a security...

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Christopher Alan Clark, 63 of Charlotte, NC passed away unexpectedly at home on the morning of August 22, 2022. He was born on June 16, 1959 in Akron, OH as the eldest son of Keith W. Clark (deceased) and Dorothy E. Clark of Cuyahoga Falls. Chris grew up in Cuyahoga Falls and always remembered fondly the holidays spent with grandparents, aunts, uncles and many cousins. He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in 1977 where he lettered in swimming and water polo and played in the concert band. Chris was an avid swimmer, lifeguard and scuba diver in his younger years and a passionate photographer throughout his life. He attended the University of Akron and the University of North Carolina...

Florence Hazel Geuther, 95 of Dover, passed away Saturday August 20, 2022 at Watson Fields. She was born February 8, 1927 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Stanley and Hazel (Miller) Edwards. She graduated from Wilkes-Barre High School and Wilkes-Barre General Hospital School of Nursing. Over the years, until her retirement, Florence worked as a Registered Nurse at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital in Pennsylvania, Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA, Tompkins County Hospital in Ithaca, NY and on Regional Blood Drives for The American Red Cross. Florence lived in Ithaca, NY for over 40 years where she supported her community through multiple volunteer...

100, of Largo, FL passed away on February 13, 2022. Born in Gary, WV and resided in Ithaca, NY where she met her husband before moving to FL. Mary had a love for life and everyone in her life adored her. She enjoyed travelling, her teddy bears, Bingo, watching her Rays baseball, crocheting beautiful pieces for family and friends as well as hats for our troops and taking walks. She is predeceased by her husband Richard Marvin Brown and survived by her daughter, Gail Brown Wallace, 2 granddaughters, Loretta Wheeler Rouyer and Carolyn Wheeler Sheets and 3 great-grandsons. Services will be Wed, Feb. 23, 4:00PM with visitation at 3:30PM at the funeral home. For online condolences, please...

Michael A. Jolly of Lake Wales passed away at his home Saturday, February 5, 2022. Mike was born in Corning, NY on February 8, 1953, to Robert and Jeanne Jolly and was a retired locksmith. He was a member of the Moose Lodge, the Eagles, and the V.F.W. in Ithaca, New York. He loved motorcycles, corvettes, guns and fishing. Mike is preceded in death by his brother-in-law Nelson Burke, and is survived by his wife Diane Jolly; his parents Robert and Jeanne Jolly of Sanford, N.C.; his daughters Michelle Jolly of Tampa, Danielle Jolly of Tampa, Tiffany and Joe Bartlett of Oswego, N.Y., Brittany and Kenny Jolly-Garcia of Oswego, N.Y., and Mallory and Melanie Clark of Pittsburg, P.A.; his son...

Albion: Dolores L. "Dee" Elder, age 79, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on December 14, 2021. She was born March 20, 1942 in Hector, NY to the late Crandall and Mildred (Champion) Terry. Dolores and her late husband Gary enjoyed wintering in Florida with their motorhome and traveling all over and bowling. She was known for her bubbly personality and was always smiling and laughing. Dee was always willing to help anyone and she spent a lot of time shopping and visiting and talking to everyone. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Gary in 2013, sisters, Janet Beaudin, Darlene Terry, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Cliff Elder,...

Celebration of Life for Sidney Jean Fairbanks Doan who passed away on December 12, 2021 will be held on April 23, 2022 at Etna Community Church, 1 Upper Creek Road in Etna New York at 10:00 AM. Reception immediately afterwards, with the Committal of Ashes at 1:30 pm in Glenwood Cemetery, Homer, NY. Family is asking for Spring Colors to be worn to the service. In lieu of flowers please feel free to donate to Etna Community Church, or, Alzheimer's Association.

Sidney Jean Fairbanks Doan was born in Homer, New York, on June 8, 1935, to parents Reginald Whitmore Fairbanks, III and Evelyn Hicks. She spent sixty years as a resident of Danby, New York. Sidney passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on December 12, 2021, in Katy, Texas, after moving there eleven months ago. Sidney was an outstanding and contributing member of the community. She served thirty-years as a dedicated Administrative Assistant for Cornell University. One of her greatest gifts was her passion and caring for all people. Sidney was a member of the Danby Federated Church in Danby, New York and later the Etna Community Church in Etna, New York, where her faith and great strength...

Edward Lewis Inman 10.1.1943-11.24.2021 (78) Birthplace: Ludlowville, NY Place of residence: Tunbridge, VT Married to: Clara Hutchins Preceded in death by: Wife: Donna Birdsall Inman Son: Patrick Shoemaker Mother: Edith Howell Inman Father: Christine "Tiny" Syrenius Inman Survived by: Erika (Jason) Collins, Julie Inman, Janielle (David) Horton, Valerie (Wayne) Masiker, Scott (Jennifer) Crispell, Stepdaughter Pamela Watson and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ed was a truly loved husband and dad, a loyal friend, and one who touched lives everywhere he went. He was most known as a carpenter, building houses and managing properties. Ed was also a veteran of the US Navy,...

Lydia M. Tripp, age 98, loving mother of Donna Lee Tripp, passed away peacefully Thursday June 24, 2021 at her Myrtle Beach, SC residence with her loving daughter by her side. Lydia was a proud United States Marine and World War II veteran. A Celebration of Lydia's Life will be held at a later date with day and time to be announced. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Lydia's name to Help 4 Kids, 2523 Forestbrook Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 or online at www.help4kidssc.org or to the Union Free Church Association, Attn: Linda Humble, 850 Shaffer Road, Newfield, NY 14867-9611. View full obituary and express online condolences at www.burroughsfh.com Burroughs...

Wendy Sue Kesler, 51, of Salisbury, NC passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at her residence. Born June 15, 1969 in Ithaca, NY, she was the daughter of the late Charles Snowberger, Sr. and Sandra Alcott Snowberger. Mrs. Kesler graduated from Dryden High School, Dryden, NY where she participated in Track and Field, attended Onondaga Community College, Syracuse, NY and received a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte. She was the Branch Manager of Service Partners, now Topbuild in Mooresville. She attended Jericho Church of Christ, Mocksville. Wendy loved the outdoors, trail running, mountain biking and gardening were some of her favorite...

Leslie "Quin" Newton, 76, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2021 in Sarasota, FL. Quin was born in Williamsport, PA on January 5, 1945. He held a Masters degree in Education, specializing in Elementary Education. Quin's teaching career spanned over 35 years, most of which were with the Ithaca City School District where he taught for 28 years, retiring in 2001. Quin loved teaching and the kids loved him back; he was a great punster and master of 5th grade humor. Quin loved sports, was a gifted athlete, and active in sports throughout his life. He was active in adult softball leagues well into his 70s in Sarasota, and enjoyed a good game of golf with his son or other buddies. Quin...

Nov. 6, 1966 - April 23, 2021 Yurii Richards was born in Syracuse, New York and grew up in the Finger Lakes area of New York State. He graduated from Trumansburg High School and went on to become a talented chef. He apprenticed with a well-known chef in Philadelphia and got the rest of his training, he said, from the "school of hard knocks." He cooked in fine dining establishments both in the Finger Lakes area and around Bozeman and Livingston Montana for over 30 years. He died in Bozeman under the big sky that, as an amateur astronomer, drew him out there in the first place. In Montana, he enjoyed finding rocks, minerals, and petrified wood along the Yellowstone River. A good day was a...

Mr. Frederick Beck Jr., of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, passed away on March 17th, 2021, peacefully at his home surrounded by the family he adored. Mr. Beck was born on June 29, 1937 in Ithaca, NY to Dr. Frederick Beck and Anne Morrissey Beck. He attended Ithaca public schools and graduated from Saranac Lake High School in 1954. He received his B.A. degree from Niagara University in 1960 and a Law Degree from Cornell University in 1963. He was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1965. Serving in the Army, he rose to the rank of Captain, stationed at Ft. Benning, GA and Ft. Dix, NJ, as a member of the 392nd Regiment, 98th Division. After military service, he began his legal...

Stephen J. Cardamone, 70, of Ithaca, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Norristown, PA to the late John and Catherine (Kay) Cardamone and graduated from Elmira Free Academy. On August 13, 1983, Stephen married Carol Jo Grabowski and started his career working at National Homes in the early 70's and worked his way up to starting his own business, Cardamone Home Builders. Steve built hundreds of beautiful custom homes throughout the tri-county area including Chemung, Steuben, and Tompkins counties with his sons by his side. He built Spring Creek Apartments and developed several housing communities throughout his...

Ward Wells Wilson 91 , a resident of Dunlap Farm Road passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday morning February 7, 2021. He was born April 21st,1929 in Ithaca, NY, the third child , second son, of Leslie Lawrence and Mary Louise (Fisk) Wilson. Mr. Wilson attended the schools in Ithaca, N.Y., then attended Staunton Military Academy in Staunton, Virginia, graduating in June 1947. He then attended St. Lawrence University at Canton, N.Y. and graduated in 1954 from the school of Optometry Columbia university in New York. Mr. Wilson joined the practice of Wilsons Optometrists being the third generation of Wilsons to do this ,following his grandfather, Frank G. Wilson and father, Leslie L....

JOHN W. "JACK" VANDERVORT - After a valiant two-year battle with pancreatic cancer, Jack Vandervort of Naples, Fla. passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at the age of 87 surrounded by his loving family. Jack, a man loved by so many, genuinely enjoyed sharing stories and making connections. One of his favorite ways to connect with others included asking the question "So, where are you from?" Now, let us share with you Jack's journey. On July 7, 1933, in State College, Pa., he was born to John Vandervort and Helen Manning Bull Vandervort. When he was a teenager, Jack's family moved to Ithaca, N.Y., where he graduated from Ithaca High School. Jack attended Wake Forest...

Laurence "Larry" B. Lange, age 56 of Phoenix, NY passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2021. He was predeceased by his father, Thomas Lange; and maternal and paternal grandparents. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Darlene Lange; sons, Mason Lange and Ryan (Canaan) Lange; mother, R. Carolyn Lange; siblings, Emily (Warren Miller) Lange, Roland (Abigail Bedrick) Lange, Kate (Tom) Addonizio, and Calvin (Brenda) Lange; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Larry was a 1983 graduate of Trumansburg High School and a 1993 graduate of the Cayuga Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology. He went on to earn his MRI Certification at Robert Packer Memorial Hospital...

Mr. Gerald Clarence McCray, age 80 of Cory Ann Lane, Blairsville, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at home following an extended illness. Gerald was born May 28, 1940 in Elizabethtown, NY and raised in Port Henry, NY. Gerald was an avid fisherman & woodworker; he was proud of his hobbies. He also loved his family; they were his pride & joy and he gave them all the love he had. Gerald was of the Protestant faith. Survivors include his loving wife; Lois McCray of Blairsville, three daughters & one son-in-law; Kristina Stranger of Newfield, NY., Kathleen & Brian Stevens of Johnson City, NY., Lori Ann McCray of Norwich, NY., one sister & brother-in-law; Janice & Fred...