Frederick A. Rexford, 87, County Rte 27, Canton, died on January 14, 2012 at his home. The funeral will be January 16, 2012, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Frederick A. Rexford, 87, died early Saturday at his home in Canton surrounded by his family. Visiting hours will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Lawrence Funeral Home in Canton with a brief memorial service officiated by Pastor Donna Doig immediately following. Mr. Rexford was born on October 1st, 1924, the son of Lee A. Rexford and Georgia Phillips. He attended Canton High School and St. Lawrence University before entering the US Army in 1942. During active duty in France and Germany, Mr. Rexford was awarded the bronze star and purple heart and reached the rank of sergeant.In 1954, Mr. Rexford, together with two partners, started his own company, which eventually developed into a valuable fixture of the Northern New York commercial construction industry.Mr. Rexford is survived by Mary Brown Rexford, his devoted wife of 63 years; five children, Linda Khamsyvoravong of Barrington, RI, Merideth Buxton of Royal Oak, MD, Alan Rexford of Canton, Kevin Rexford of Big Flats, and Clisson Rexford of Chicago, IL; and 10 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his eldest son, Brian Rexford of Anchorage, AK; and two brothers, Sidney Rexford of Colton and Phillip Rexford of Canton.Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676 or to Canton Rescue, 77 Riverside Drive, Canton, NY 13617.

Betty M. Hart, 75, State Hwy 310, Canton, died on January 17, 2012 at her home near Harts Corners. The funeral will be January 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Funeral services for Betty M. Hart, 75, of State Hwy 310, will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Dennis Lowe and Pastor Martha Helmer co-officiating. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 4-7 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be held in Crary Mills Cemetery in the spring. Betty died Tuesday at her home while under the care of her loving family and Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley. Surviving are her three daughters, Donna McCall and companion John Martin of Heuvelton, Kathleen Murphy and husband Larry of Canton and Carolyn Rose of Canastota; a brother, Clinton O’Shaughnessy and wife Norma of Kirkville, NY; two sisters, Elizabeth Rayburn and husband Harold of Lisbon and Verna Wilson of Canton; six grandchildren, Crystal Gordon, Brooks Allen, Cody and Cory Wagner and Josh and Jorie Rose. Betty was preceded in death by a sister, Velma Sullivan, a brother, Ansel and her companion of 23 years Carl McClennan. Born Sept. 30, 1936 in Potsdam, NY, a daughter of Ross and Ruby (Sutton) O’Shaughnessy, she attended Potsdam Schools. On April 2, 1956 she married Robert J. Hart at the Canton United Methodist Church. The marriage ended in divorce. Betty worked for Stroehman Bakery in Potsdam and earlier for A&P Store in the 70’s and 80’s. She was also an Avon representative for a number of years, which she enjoyed very much. She enjoyed spending time with her cats, her grandchildren and visiting with friends and family. Betty was also associated with the VFW Post 1231 and Canton Fire & Rescue through her late companion Carl McClennan. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Potsdam Animal Shelter, 17 Madrid Avenue, Potsdam, NY 13676 or to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Additional funeral home parking is available courtesy of Travel Unlimited, Canton.

Ralph L. Manchester, 85, 11 Cleaveland Avenue, Canton, died January 7, 2012 at Franklin County Nursing Home in Malone. The funeral will be Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 11:00 AM, at the Canton United Methodist Church.

Ralph L. Manchester, 85, of Cleaveland Ave, Canton, died Saturday, January 7, 2012 at the Franklin County Nursing Home, where he had been a resident since August 2011. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 14th at 11:00 AM at the Canton United Methodist Church with Rev. Tom Jones officiating. Burial will be held at a later date in the Hermon Cemetery. The Family will receive friends immediately following the service in the Church Fellowship Hall. Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Beth of Canton; three daughters, Debra Longnecker and husband Blaine of Chitenango, Diane Stofer and husband Tom of Webster and Paula Manchester of Brewerton; a sister, Alice Morgan of Utah; a brother, Loren of Harrisville; seven grandchildren, Emily Kiszka and husband Brent, Daniel Longnecker, Douglas, Garrett and Ethan Stofer and Karen and Bradley Gentile; a special nephew, Earle and an IFS daughter from Columbia, Chavel Moore of Anchorage, AK. Born January 30, 1926, in Pitcairn, NY, a son of Elmer and Hazel (Worden) Manchester, he graduated Harrisville High School and later Watertown Business School. On July 31, 1954, he married Bethany Fisk at the Gouverneur United Methodist Church with Rev. Wm. C. Wood as celebrant. Ralph was employed as a bookkeeper for John P. Coakley and Sons for 31 years and retired in 1999 from LeBerge & Curtis after 22 years. He was a former member of the St. Lawrence Lodge 111 F & A.M., former member of the Empire Hermon Chapter O.E.S. 68 and member of the Canton United Methodist Church. Ralph enjoyed Beth’s flower garden, especially the rose bushes, playing the piano, his pet Golden Retrievers and especially his family and grandchildren. Those desiring may send memorial contributions to Canton United Methodist, 41 Court Street, Canton, NY 13617 or to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton.

Richard W. Miller, 93, 15 W. Main Street, Canton, died on Friday, January 6, 2012 at his home. The funeral will be January 13, 2012 at 10:30 am, at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton.

Richard Wester Miller, Distinguished Professor Emeritus at Canton College, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 6 at his home in Canton, NY at the age of 93. Mr. Miller was predeceased by his loving wife of 59 years, Irene Morrison Miller. He is survived by three daughters: Dr. Karen (Robert) Bromley of Vestal, NY, Cheryl Miller of St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, and Michele (Thomas) Mele of Queensbury, NY; four grandchildren: Westra (Nathan) Miller- Fenstermacher, Esq. of Washington, DC, Christopher Mele of Troy, NY, Dr. Karen Mele of Pittsburgh, PA, Hanlon Miller of Boston, MA, and a favorite niece, Vicki Schneider of Camillus, NY. Richard was predeceased by a brother (Robert Miller) and sister (Mary Wirth) and he leaves behind a brother-in-law, Raymond Thompson of Owego, NY and several nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his SUNY Canton family, including special friends Dine and Joe Kennedy, Peggy Sue Levato, Beth Irvine, best friend Bob Whalen and his family, and his long-time buddies including; Bill Locy, Aloysius Locy, Dave Swanson, and others at 10 am coffee. Richard had a long, productive and happy life. He was a loving husband and father, a wellrespected teacher, an enthusiastic and loyal benefactor to Canton College, and a friend to many. He left a huge foot-print on the minds and hearts of all who knew him with his tremendous motivation and dedication to productive service, his family, his profession, the college, and community. In many ways his legacy is unmeasured, although the hundreds of tributes paid to him recently reveal the depth of admiration and love for this special man. Richard was born in Springwater, NY and graduated from Dansville High School where his mother was a teacher and his father was superintendent of schools. Richard attended RIT and graduated from Alfred University with a Bachelor of Arts, St. Lawrence University with a Master’s degree in Education. He also attended SUNY Oswego for post-graduate work and Utah State University on a National Science Foundation grant. He worked for General Electric in Schenectady for five years before becoming a professor at SUNY Canton in 1946 and later Chairman of the Electrical Engineering Technology Department. At the college, he established the SUNY Canton chapter of the Tau Alpha Pi National Honor Society for Engineering Technology to recognize students who had obtained academic excellence. In 1975, he was named Outstanding Educator in America and in 1976 he received the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. As well, his strong teaching and scholarship were evident in a textbook he wrote in 1977, Servo-Mechanisms: Devices and Fundamentals published by Prentice Hall. In 1982, he received the SUNY Canton College Council’s Distinguished Faculty Award, and in 1990 the Council’s Distinguished Citizen Award. Until his recent death, he was an esteemed adviser for 65 years to the Alpha chapter of Theta Gamma Fraternity. He loved all his students and especially his TG “frat boys” and was a stern and principled father figure to many of them, often turning a blind eye to some of their escapades. He helped launch many careers, and returning alumni always made it a point to visit with him. He was an engaging conversationalist and loved hearing about his student’s lives and families. With his razor sharp memory he consistently recalled things they had often forgotten. Richard retired in 1983 but did not relinquish his love of learning or commitment to Canton College and the Canton community. In 2003, he became the first person in the college’s history to donate $1 million to the SUNY Canton Foundation. The Richard W. Miller Campus Center and Miller Drive are testaments to this donation which inspired other donors. Since then, he gave another $50,000 in honor of his friendship with SUNY President, Joseph Kennedy and his wife, Dine Kennedy and his relationship with others at the college. His total contributions to SUNY Canton and the Richard W. Miller Scholarship Fund for students total over $1.6 million. He was an active member of the St. Lawrence Free Masons and was to receive the Meritorious Service Award (Red Hat) at this coming summer’s Council of Deliberation Meeting in Syracuse. With unselfish commitment over the years, he mentored many new Masonic members, held many positions including Grand Lecturer, Master, and Chaplain, and chaired several committees for various causes especially the Masonic Charities. Richard held offices and volunteered with many other organizations including; the St. Lawrence Community Development Program, St. Lawrence Masonic Charities, NYS and St. Lawrence County Snowmobile Associations, St. Lawrence County ATV Association, Canton Rotary Club, Alliance for Municipal Power, Boy Scouts of America, First Presbyterian Church Elder, Foundation Board Member of Canton/Potsdam Hospital, Canton Sportsmen Club, Canton Village Trustee, and many Canton village committees. As well as his scholarly and community pursuits, Richard was an avid fisherman, hunter, carpenter, gardener, leather tooler, snowmobiler, and ATVer. He built a canoe, several boats, desks, and other furniture. With his curious mind and “can-do” attitude, he could fix just about anything. He travelled to Europe, the Virgin Islands, Canada, California, the Southwest, Texas, Hawaii, and Alaska. He loved technology, used his computer and printer daily, had just purchased and used a new cell phone, and was looking forward to attending the Wester family reunion. He never wanted to leave his beloved Canton and his visits with family were always short and sweet. He was a remarkable person and loyal friend who leaves a huge hole in our hearts and lives. His motivation, drive, dedication, and caring for others are truly an inspiration. In many ways Richard’s legacy to us is immeasurable. Calling hours are 3-6pm Thursday, January 12 at Lawrence Funeral Home, 21 Park St., Canton, with a service at 10:30 am Friday, January 13 at the First Presbyterian Church, 17 Park St., and a reception to follow at the Richard W. Miller Campus Center at Canton College. A Masonic service will be held on Thursday 5:45 PM. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery in the spring. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Richard’s name to the Canton Neighborhood Center, 5 West St., Canton Methodist Church Food Kitchen, or the Richard W. Miller Scholarship at Canton College. Condolences may be sent to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Earl G. Brown, Jr., 88, 1457 State Hwy 68, Canton, died on December 25, 2011 at the Whiteford Home in Russell. The funeral will be December 29, 2011 at 1:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Funeral services for Earl G. Brown, Jr., 88, of 1457 State Hwy 68, will be held on Thursday, December 29, 2011 at 1:00 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Robert Schirmer officiating. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial in Crary Mills Cemetery. Mr. Brown died Christmas Day at the Whiteford Home in Russell, NY, where he was a resident since Dec. 23rd. Surviving are his wife Flora; two sons, Tom and wife Lineth of Lakewood, Washington and Paul of Edwards; nine grandchildren, Jeff and companion Sandy, David and wife Jullianne, Sam and companion Jennifer and Collin and Tom, Jr., Zulain, Heather, Kimberly and Rose. He was predeceased by three sisters, Betty Douglas, Mildred Spadafore and Gertrude Brown. Born Jan 10, 1923 in Utica, NY, the son of Earl, Sr. and Veiva( Flack) Brown, he graduated Canton High School in 1941 and then enlisted in the US Army, where he served as Sgt. In the Pacific Theatre during WWII. On May 30, 1969 he married Flora M. Coit in Graton, NY. Earl started working the Sunshine Store on Main Street in Canton which was owned by his father. He later worked the “diner circuit” in the Cortland area as a licensed Chef until moving back to Canton in 1966 at which time he took a custodial position with Canton Central School until he retired in 1986. Earl was a Life Member of the VFW, Post 1231, Canton and enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching wildlife at his home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

Sarah E. Payne, 91, 205 State Street Road, Canton, died on Sunday, December 11, 2011 at Maplewood Campus in Canton. The funeral will be December 30, 2011, at the Maplewood Campus.

Surrounded by family, Sarah Elliott Payne, 91, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2011 at Maplewood, United Helpers, Canton, NY. Her life-long focus and dedication to family is her legacy. During her decades of struggle with the debilitating effects of polyneuropathy, Sally provided a heroic example of faith, endurance, courage, and cheer to her family and to all who knew her. Born January 29, 1920 on Elliott Road in Beechertown, NY to Rhoda Baker Elliott and Harold Elliott, Sally grew up on the family dairy farm. She graduated from Brasher-Stockholm High School in 1938 and in 1941 earned an Associate Degree in Home Economics from Canton Agricultural and Technical Institute, Canton, NY. Sally worked as Dining Hall Manager at Stamford Hall, Stamford, CT until her marriage to Harrison H. Payne in Sun Valley, Idaho on October 4, 1944. After living throughout the US during Harry’s military service, Sally worked to put Harry through undergraduate school at the College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse, NY. During that time she was in charge of Simms Hall Dining Service, one of Syracuse University’s largest dining halls. Moving to Pawling, NY Sally was active in her church and with young Girl Scouts. In 1964 they moved to their Jamesville home where they resided for over four decades. She was an active and dedicated member of the Jamesville Community Church and belonged to the SU Women’s Group. Faithful daily Bible reading, as well as anecdotal nature readings defined her days and those of her family around her. Sally shared with all who crossed her path her love of the natural world: birding, raising Collie dogs, gardening, and hiking nature trails. She especially instilled in her nieces and nephews a keen awareness of and love for the environment. Sally and Harry travelled widely in the United States. Annual trips to Cape Cod and to Sanibel Island, Florida were treasured times for her. Her husband Harry predeceased her in 2008. Sally is survived by (a sister) Marilyn and Bill Rodee, (a brother) Baker and Dorothy Elliott, six nieces and nephews, eight great nieces and nephews, and three great, great nephews. A Memorial Service will be held locally at Maplewood on Friday, December 30, 2011 at 1:30 PM. A second Memorial Service will be held at the Jamesville Community Church on Wednesday, January 4 at 2 PM. Donations may be made to the Jamesville Community Church, 6300 East Seneca Turnpike, PO Box 277, Jamesville, NY 13078. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to the staff at Iroquois Nursing Home, Jamesville, NY and to the staff at Maplewood, Canton, NY.

Raymond Samuel Nielsen, 85, 26 Josephine Street, DeKalb Jct., died on November 20, 2011 at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg. The funeral will be November 23, 2011 at 2:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Raymond Samuel Nielsen, 85, of Josephine St., died Sunday, November 20, 2011 at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg. Funeral services wil be held on Wednesday, November 23rd at 2:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton wit Rev. William G. Hart officiating. Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 12 Noon to 2:00 PM at the Funeral Home. Burial and Military Honors to follow be in the Union Cemetery, DeKalb Jct. Born Feb. 28, 1926 in Hartford, CT son of Samuel and Minna (Thompson) Nielsen, he graduated Daniel Hand High in CT. In 1943 at the age of 17, he enlisted in the US Navy and served in WWII and the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged as Chief Petty Officer in 1954. Raymond worked at various firms as a truck driver including Nat’l Gypsum, Standard Oil and the Fiorelli’s Furniture in Old Saybrook, CT throughout the 60’s. During the 70’s he worked for CT Valley Egg Co. and in the 80’s to mid 90’s he was employed as a truck driver and groundskeeper at Whalen Engineering in Chester, CT. He was a member of Westbrook (CT) Vol. Fire Dept for many years and a member of the VFW in Deep River. He enjoyed sailing and restored his own sailboat, watching golf and the Indy 500 on Television, as well as dancing and working on his vehicles. Surviving are his three daughters, Judith Sanford and husband Dave of West Potsdam, Kris C. Bryant and husband Dale of Bristol, CT and Kathryn Hughes and partner Paul Huska of DeKalb Jct.; a close cousin, Pearl Rector and four grandchildren, Justin Harper of Claremore, OK, Eli Harper of Castle, OK, Alice Harper of Nicholville and Tiffany Bryant of Plainville, CT and 5 great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

Sally Dodds Tupper, 83, Cty Rte 24, Canton, died on Nov 19, 2011 at her sons home in Pierrepont. The funeral will be November 22, 2011 at 7:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Pierrepont- Sally Dodds Tupper, 83, of County Route 24, Canton, died Saturday, November 19, 2011 at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Marjorie Tupper. Funeral services will be Tues., November 22nd at 7:15 PM from the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev.David VanEpps officiating. Calling hours will be held prior the service from 4-7 PM. Interment will be in Pierrepont Hill Cemetery at a later date. Surviving are two sons, Charles G. (Margie) of Pierrepont and Lynn R. of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; three daughters, Lori L. (Mark) Rodriguez of Tampa, FL, Susan (Ralph) Putnam of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and Colonel Lee Ann (Kenneth) Bennett of San Antonio, TX; eight grandchildren, Joshua Putnam, Samuel Putnam, Brent Tupper, Ryan Tupper, Steven Tupper, Lindsey Bennett, Alyssa Bennett and Rachel Eubanks; a sister, Jean (Theron) Given of Norfolk, NY. She was predeceased by her sister, Katharine Coffey who died in 2004. She was born May 22, 1928 in Russell, NY, daughter of George W. and Maude E. (Wilcox) Dodds. She graduated from Knox Memorial in 1946 and later attended Business School in Lynn, Mass. On June 16, 1951, she married Lawrence R. Tupper at the Russell United Methodist Church. Lawrence died Oct. 18, 1990. Sally worked as an Internal Auditor and Clerk in the Superintendent’s Office of Canton Central School starting in 1969 and retiring in 1989. She was a Charter Member of the Pierrepont Fire Dept. Ladies Auxillary and was recently recognized as a 50 year member. She was also a Charter Member of the Russell Grange, the Pierrepont Community Club. Sally enjoyed traveling to Texas and Florida to visit her family. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Pierrepont Volunteer Fire Department, 62 Old County Road, Canton, NY 13617.or Hospice & Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 Us Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

Cynthia Jackson, 46, Winterhaven, Florida, died Sept. 14, 1965 at Winter Raven Hospital. The funeral will be November 20, 2011 at 2:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Cynthia A. Jackson, 46, of Winter Haven, FL died Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at Winter Haven Hospital. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 20, 2011 at 2:00 pm at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Pastor Donna Doig officiating. A time of food and fellowship will follow at the Best Western Inn in Canton. Surviving are her husband, James E. Jackson, Sr. of New Hartford, NY; two daughters, Melissa Ann Jackson-Hughes and husband Thomas of Shelbyville, TN and Jenna Lynn Jackson of New Hartford, NY; a step-son, James E. Jackson, Jr. and wife Theresa of Fannettsburg, PA; three sisters, Suzanne Carew of Trafford, PA, Judy Farnsworth of Massena, NY and Debbie Farnsworth of Massena; a brother, Lenny Farnsworth of Massena; her father and step-mother Leland and Carol Farnsworth of Winter Haven, FL; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; many friends including her best friend since second grade, Sandy Misso of Red Creek, NY. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rose Williams, who died Dec. 25th, 2005. Born July 14, 1965 in Canton, NY, daughter of Leland Farnsworth and Rose Williams, she graduated Madrid-Waddington Central School in 1983 and on July 1, 1986, she married James E. Jackson, Sr. Cynthia worked for Greyhound/ Trailways bus lines in Canton, for many years and in Utica, NY from 2001-2010. Prior to moving to Winter Haven, Fl, she lived in Canton, Whitesboro and New Hartford, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Lung Association. “No farewell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.”

Nadine Longshore Axtell, 87, Deland, Florida, died at her home in Florida. The funeral will be November 19, 2011 at 11:00 AM, at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton.

Nadine Longshore Axtell, 87, of Deland, FL died Monday, November 14, 2011 at her home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 19th at 11:00 AM at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton with Pastor Donna Doig officiating. Calling hours will be Friday from 6-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Canton. Born January 16, 1924, in Pyrites, NY, daughter of Lindon and Agnes C. (Powers) Smith, she graduated from Canton High School, attended Michigan State University and later graduated from Canton ATC with her Associates Degree. On October 7, 1943 she married Miles S. Longshore at the Canton Methodist Church with Rev. Doby as celebrant. Big Mike died February 13, 1978. She later married William B. Axtell at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dick Stone as celebrant. Mr. Axtell died in June of 2002. Surviving are a son, Scott Longshore of Deland, FL; a daughter and son-in-law, Mary L. (Kenneth P.) Garwood of Canton; a daughter-in-law, Judith Rasback Longshore of Canton; a brother, Lindon Smith of Canton; seven grandchildren, Kelly (Patrick) Smith of Canton, Kelly (Walt) Schofield of Verona, NY, Amy (Tim) Hunt of Canton, Bridgit Longshore of Orangeville, Ontario, Heidi (Matthew) Bigge of Los Gatos, CA, Nevada VenHorst of Forest, VA and Cori Possee of Aiken, SC; 14 great-grandchildren; three nieces and six nephews. Nadine was predeceased by her son Michael D. Longshore, who died Oct. 20, 1997 and a sister, Leola Smith. Nadine, her husband, Miles and her mother owned and operated Billy’s Restaurant & Bar from ‘46-‘74; Mooses’ Restaurant in ’74; the Silver Fox in ’75 and the Maples’ in Morley. She later served as Town Clerk for the Town of Canton for 22 years. She enjoyed spending summers on the St. Lawrence River, she traveled extensively, including going to Nicaragua with a medical team for four weeks in the late 90’s. She also enjoyed playing golf and entertaining friends and family. While in Canton, Nadine was actively involved in a number of organizations and memberships including: Past President and Vice President of St. Lawrence Figure Skating Club, she served on several committees at Canton First Presbyterian Church, where she was secretary, deacon, clerk of the session and Sunday school teacher; a St. Lawrence County Hospice Volunteer, Republican Women’s Chairperson of St. Lawrence Co.; 1986 NYS Town Clerk’s Assoc. Rep for District 4; served on the Presbytery Board; was a past member of the St. Lawrence Golf & Country Club as well as Partridge Run Golf Club. In Deland, FL, she was Past President of the Women’s Club of Deland; where she received the Outstanding Leadership Award from Presbyterian Women of Deland in years ’93, ’94 and ’95; member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha (an international women’s service organization) and was a past member of the Southridge Golf Club. Memorial Contributions are suggested to Halifax Health Hospice of Volusia/ Flagler, 1250 S. State Rd., Suite 5, Deland, FL 32720, First Presbyterian Church, Park Place, Canton, NY or to Alzheimer’s Support Group at Maplewood Campus, 205 State Street Road, Canton, NY 13617.

Kathy Latimer, 50, Fairlane Drive, Canton, died on Nov. 1, 2011 in the Town of Hermon. The funeral will be Nov. 5, 2011 at 10:00 AM, at the Grace Episcopal Church.

A Funeral Mass for Kathryn “Kathy” Free Latimer, 50, of Fairlane Drive will be Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Grace Episcopal Church, 9 E. Main Street, Canton at 10 AM with Rev. Mother Evette Austin officiating. Kathy died unexpectedly November 1, 2011 in the Town of Hermon, NY. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 5-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the lower level of the church following the service. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Surviving are her husband Donald R. Latimer, Canton; three children, Gabriel Free, Emily Ruby and Benjamin Donald Latimer all of Canton; birth mother, Jane Wheeler of Anchorage Alaska; three brothers, John Free of Ogdensburg and Joel and Brian Wheeler both of Gratton, NY and birth sister, Shona. Born January 19, 1961 at Massena Memorial Hospital, Kathy was adopted at birth by the late Roger and Maxine (Merrill) Free. She later found her birth family and became an advocate for adoption. Kathy graduated Canton High School in 1979 and attended Plattsburgh State before transferring to SUNY Canton where she received her degree in Secretarial Science. On February 11, 1996 she married Donald R. Latimer at Grace Episcopal Church with Fr. Ben Somerville as celebrant. Kathy had worked at SUNY Canton in numerous departments over the past 27 years. She was most recently Secretary to the Registrar. She was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, the Sweet Adeline’s and Laurentian Harmony where she sang tenor and Off the Record Quartet.. She was an advocate of Autism Awareness and children with disabilities, a strong supporter of adoptive services and attended jazzercise. In her youth she was involved in Girl Scouts for many years. Kathy enjoyed spending time with her beloved children, crocheting, knitting, canoeing, college football and spending time in her pool. Memorial Contributions are suggested to be sent to: Autism Awareness, NYSARC, 1942 Old DeKalb Rd, Suite 1, Canton, NY 13617.

Lois E. Bates, 82, 205 State Street Road, Canton, died on October 24, 2011 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be October 31, 2011, at the Grace Episcopal Church.

Lois Elnina Bates, 82, of Maplewood Campus, formerly of 1168 State Hwy 68, died Monday, October 24, 2011 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital while surrounded by her loving family. A Memorial Service will be held in her memory on Monday, Oct. 31, at 11:00 AM at Grace Episcopal Church, 9 E. Main Street, Canton with Mother Evette Austin officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. A time of food and fellowship will be held following the service in church’s lower level. Burial will be in Clayton Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Surviving are her husband Malcolm W. “Mac” Bates of Maplewood Campus; five sons: Kevin (Carrie) Bates of Canton, Martin “Marty” (Janie Stein) Bates of College Station, TX, Craig Bates of Melbourne, Australia, Christopher (Teri) Bates of Malone, and Andrew Bates of Rochester; three daughters: Michele (Randy) Hamilton of Carthage, Lisa (Thomas) Mullie of Herkimer, and Sara (John) Bootz of Newburgh; eighteen grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; two brothers: Merrill (Eleanor) Whitmore of Dryden, and Calvin (Barbara) Whitmore of Attica; one sister: Ortha (Ron) Sibbitts of Canton; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters: Clela and Ruth; a brother: Norris; her parents, Howard and Gladys Whitmore; and step-mother: Inez Whitmore. Born May 20, 1929 in Clayton, NY, Lois was the daughter of Howard J. and Gladys E. (Grant) Whitmore. She was graduated from Canton High School in 1946 and from Potsdam State in 1950 with a Teaching Degree. Lois taught kindergarten for 4½ years at Lyme Central School in Chaumont. On July 28, 1951 she married Malcolm Wesley “Mac” Bates at the Canton United Methodist Church with Rev. Walter A. Dobbie officiating. Lois was a member of Grace Episcopal Church in Canton and served on the Altar Guild. Lois also enjoyed gardening, cooking, and caring for her family. Memorial Contributions may be made to Maplewood Campus, 205 State Street Road, Canton, NY 13617; Grace Episcopal Church, 9 E. Main Street, Canton, NY 13617; or to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

Wayne E. Hale, Sr., 81, Hewlett Road, Russell, died October 20, 2011 at home. The funeral will be October 24, 2011, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Russell – Wayne Hale of Hewlett Road, died Thurs., Oct. 20, 2011 at his home while under the care of his family and Hospice. Calling hours will be Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Funeral services will be Monday morning at 11:00 at the funeral home with Pastor Donna Doig officiating. Burial will follow in the South Russell cemetery. Mr. Hale was born in Russell, son of Samual and Mabel (Bowhall) Hale. He attended Russell public schools. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, on active duty in Korea and Germany until 1952 and in the reserves until 1956. He and Eloise I. Loope married in October, 1954 in Gouverneur with the Rev. William Wood officiating. Eloise died in October, 2002. Wayne was a supervisor at the Newton Falls Paper Mill, retiring after more than 40 years. He was a founding member, and is still an honorary member of the Russell Volunteer Fire Department. He was also a strong supporter of the Russell Public Library. Mr. Hale’s interests include camping, working in his shop, reading, cutting wood, spending time with his grandchildren and with “the gang”. Survivors include two sons, Wayne and Barbara Hale, Jr., of Medina, NY and Randy and Brenda Hale of Russell; a daughter, Lynn and William Church of Russell; a brother, Lyle and Shirley Hale of Russell, and a sister, Beulah McCollum of Gouverneur; eight grandchildren, Courtney and Barry Jeanette of South Russell, Reardon Bessette, Stacie Hale, and Jessica Gollinger all of Russell, Jason and Sunyoung Hale of Korea, Miranda and Dave Schryver of Canton, Christian Hale of New York City, and Donald Sertz of Delaware, ten great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Besides his wife, he was predeceased by a daughter, Stacy Hale who died at birth, four brothers, Samual, Boyd, Charles, and Herbert, five sisters, Audelia Burnett, Ella Bradley, Ruth Chase, Christina LaPlant, and Lila Westphal. Those who wish may make donations to Hospice of St. Lawrence County, 6805 US Highway 11, Potsdam, NY 13676 or Russell Public Library c/o Brenda Hale, Russell, NY 13684. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Dale James Bennett, 72, Judson Street, Canton, died on October 17, 2011 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. The funeral will be October 22, 2011 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Mr. Dale J. Bennett, 72, of Judson Street, died unexpectedly on Monday, October 17, 2011 at Fletcher-Allen Health Care in Burlington, VT. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Pastor Donna Doig officiating. Calling hours will be on Friday from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will be in Fairview Cemetery, Canton. Born December 20, 1938 in Canton, NY son of Harley J. and Florence (Rood) Bennett he graduated Canton High School in 1956 and in 1958 received his degree in Business Administration from Canton A.T.I. Dale was drafted to the US Army in 1962 serving actively until 1964 and in the Reserves until 1968 and on Sept. 4, 1965 he married Judy Crosbie at the Canton United Methodist with Rev. Cal Zimmer as celebrant. Dale worked for Community Bank in various positions starting as a bookkeeper retiring in 1982 due to disability as Trust Officer. He was an active member of his community in regards to his kids and his church. He was a member of Canton United Methodist Church where he served on the board as financial secretary. He also served on the Fairview Cemetery Board, was active with the Boy Scouts, a director for the Figure Skating Club and was an active member of the Canton Jaycees. He was also a member of the American Bankers Association. Surviving are his wife Judy of Canton; one son, James of Cape Coral, FL; two daughters, Lori Corridore and husband John of Atlanta, GA and Deanne Bennett of Atlanta, GA; one grandson, Vittorio Corridore, two sisters, Barbara Roberts of Remsen, NY and Nancy Yauger and husband Allen of West Leyden, NY and one brother William “Bill” and wife Lynn of Canton. He was predeceased by a brother Richard who died in 1955. The family desires Memorial Contributions be made to a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

A. Dolores Cromie, 80, Spears Street, Canton, died on October 1, 2011 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be October 7, 2011 at 12 Noon, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Funeral services for A. Dolores Cromie, 80, of Spears Street will be held on Friday, Oct. 7th at 12 Noon at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. William G. Hart officiating. Calling hours will be Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Gouverneur. Dolores died Sat., October 1, 2011 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital with her family by her side after a brief stay Born April 26, 1931 in Pittsburgh, PA daughter of Francis and Lois (McClinton) Roche, she graduated Saranac Lake High School. On September 6, 1949 she married Robert G. Cromie in Syracuse, NY. Dr. Cromie died June 7, 1990 and was a Mathematics Professor at St. Lawrence University for 33 years. Dolores worked for United Helpers Canton Nursing Home from Dec of 1973 retiring in Dec. 1992. She worked entirely in the Physical Therapy Dept. starting as an assistant and promoted to Supervisor in 1984. In June of 1982 she received her NYS P.T. Assistant license and she was in the first class offered by the state. Dolores was very fond of her two grandchildren and her pets. She also enjoyed shopping, knitting and spending time in her home. Surviving are her son, David Cromie of Loon Lake; daughter, Diane (Ron) Aldous of Canton; two grandchildren, Ashley Alexandra Phillips and Camden Robert Aldous; two sisters, Lois Jean Blackmon of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina and Lorraine Margaret Smith of Saranac Lake, NY. Dolores was predeceased by her husband and two sons, Robert Donald in 1954 and Peter Andrew in 1959. Memorial Contributions may be made to Cystic Fibrosis, Central NY Chapter, 5818 E. Molloy Rd., Syracuse, NY 13211 or Ogdensburg SPCA, 6718 New York 68 Ogdensburg, NY 13669-4199.

Doug Fry, 53, Dean Road, Russell, died on September 15, 2011 at his home in Clare. The funeral will be September 19, 2011 at 11:00 AM, at the Pleasant View Cemetery.

Douglas Melvin “Doug” Fry, 53, of Dean Road, died Thursday, Sept. 15, 2011, at his home while under the care of his wife, family and Hospice. Born December 14, 1957 in Potsdam, son of Myron M. and Iris J. (Moore) Fry he graduated from Knox Memorial in 1976. On July 4, 1993 he married Frances Jessmer in the town of Clare on the river by Justice of the Peace Harold Giffin. Doug’s most recent employment was with Curran’s Logging in Massena as a feller and skidder operator. Prior to that, he worked for Steve Post Logging, Colton, the Town of Clare, Moongate Nursing Home, Best Western and Koss Tire in Syracuse. He also helped take care of Pleasant View Cemetery in DeGrasse, donated his time to the Degrasse Methodist Church and was willing to help a friend in need. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, the outdoors and carpentry. Surviving in addition to his wife and parents, two sons, Joshua and Matthew Fry; step-children, Cathy (Kenny) LaTray, Peter (Nora Janack) Cook and Andrew (Kassie)Cook, Leo (Bonnie Hooper)Swartfigure, Leona (Edgar Blackmer)Swartfigure and Richard Schwartfigure and Rebecca (Skip) Compo; two sisters, Deborah Bishop and Darlene Bristol; four grandchildren, 16 step-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a step-son Leland Cook. Calling hours will be Sunday from 2-4 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Graveside services will be held Monday at 11:00 AM in Pleasant View Cemetery, Degrasse with Rev. William Hart officiating. Luncheon will follow at the Degrasse Fire Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Degrasse U.M. Church, Living Memorial Fund, c/o Iris J. Fry, 2473 C.R. 27, Russell, NY 13684 or the Degrasse Fire Department, P.O. Box 597, Russell, NY 13684.

Emma D. Rose, 98, Farmer Street, Canton, died on Aug 24, 2011 at her home. The funeral will be Sept 17, 2011 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Emma D. Rose, 98, of Farmer Street, died Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at her home. She was the wife of the late Wesley W. Rose (4/11/70). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 17 at 11:15 am at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Kathleen Buckley officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 am, prior to the service. Born Feb. 8, 1913 in Massena, NY daughter of Paul and Elsie (McClymont) Drew, she graduated Massena Schools in 1930. On October 18, 1939 she married Wesley W. Rose. Emma was and Administrative Assistant to the Dean for Canton A.T.I., retiring at the age of 75. On June 10, 2011 she was inducted into the SUNY Canton Hall of Fame. She was a devoted Canton College hockey fan, housing players and traveling with the team. She was a member of the EJ Noble Hospital Guild, a Red Cross Nurses’ Aid, an avid bowler and member of Gray Lanes; she competed in numerous state tournaments. She enjoyed her time spent at the cottage at Alex Bay and in St. Petersburg, FL. Surviving are her daughters, Sue Bullock of Canton, NY and Margaret “Peg” Healy of Florida; ten grandchildren, Glenn (Jeff), Joe, Amy, Meg, Beth, Kate, Rus, Tim, Paul and Patrick and twenty four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Wesley and infant twin sons William and Robert, her parents Paul Drew and Elsie Ramsey, a sister Pauline Drew, her son-in-law Harold “Hal” Bullock and a great-grandson Drew Aldous.

Mahlon M. Hance, 92, formerly of State Hwy 310, Canton, died on September 6, 2011 at Highland Nursing Home in Massena. The funeral will be September 10, 2011 at 2:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Mahlon M. Hance, 92, formerly of State Hwy 310, Canton, died Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011 at Highland Nursing Home in Massena where he was a resident with his wife since September 2008. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10th at 2:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Calling hours will be Saturday from Noon to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Canton. Born September 8, 1918 in DeKalb Junction, son of Fredrick J. and Harriet (Deraway) Hance, he attended DeKalb Rural Schools. On June 28, 1940 he married Ruth Preston at the Canton United Methodist Church with Rev. Walter Dobbie as celebrant. The couple just celebrated their 71st Wedding Anniversary by renewing their vows. Mahlon worked security for ALCOA in Massena for five years, drove truck for Canton Oil Company in the 1940’s and 50’s, drove feed truck for Fred LaFlair through Agway nine years and worked for Canton Agway Feed Plant from 71 to the mid 80’s when he retired. He enjoyed playing softball in the 50’s and 60’s, he coached women’s softball for six years and was a member of the Canton Bowling Assn. for 38 years. Surviving are his wife Ruth of Massena, two daughters, Sheila A. (Howard) Worden of Henrietta and Sandra L. (Terry) Moulton of Madrid; one son Wayne (Laurie) Hance of Canton; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a son, Gary L., three sisters and two brothers. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to United Church of Madrid 39 Main Street, Madrid, NY 13660 ,Highland Nursing Home, 182 Highland Road, Massena, NY 13662 or Canton Alzheimer’s Support Group, 205 State Street Road, Canton, NY 13617 Attn: Kim McFaddin.

Ronald Fountain, 52, County Route 27, Degrasse, died on Aug 10, 2011 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be a Special Day at a Special Time, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Ronald “Sarge” Fountain, 52, of Degrasse died Wed, August 10, 2011 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Private Funeral Services will be held at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with burial in Hermon Cemetery. Born Aug 29, 1958 in Canton son of Arnold B. and Emma R. (Loop) Fountain he attended Knox Memorial. Ronnie served in the US Army from 1977- 1981 as a mechanic/ truck driver. Upon his honorable discharge he drove truck with his father, Fountain Trucking, later for Harry Harmer and George Transfer in Parkton, MD and most recently with RELCO for the past 15 years. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his two children, Christine L. and Kyle J. Fountain of Russell; a brother Mike and wife Kelly of Hermon; his maternal grandparents, Fay and Iva Loop of S. Russell; two nieces Jennifer and Nicole and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by a brother Greg (1978). Memorial Contributions may be made to Center for Cancer Care, 50 Leroy Street, Potsdam, NY 13676.

Evan Donnelly, Sr., 89, 37 Riverside Drive, Canton, died on July 23, 2011 at his home. The funeral will be a Special Date at a Special Time, at the Morley Cemtery.

Evan Donnelly, Sr., 89, of 37 Riverside Drive, Canton, died on July 23, 2011 at his home while under the care of Hospice and his loving family. He was born in West Hoboken, NJ on September 8, 1921 and lived in Canton, with his wife, since 2001. He is survived by his wife, Alice, of 68 years. A devoted and loving granddaughter, Janelle Wardwell and son Kyle of Lake City, Florida. His five children: Marie Kielly (David) of Canton, Evan Jr. (Marilyn) of Canton, GA, Bruce (Diane) of Kittery, ME, Lois Welch of Lebanon, NH and Robert (Lawrie) of White River Jct., VT. Also survived by numerous grandchildren. He served his country during World War II in the Army-Air Force from 1942-46. Private family graveside service at Morley Cemetery. Lawrence Funeral Home Canton is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions maybe made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

E. Jane McEwen, 94, formerly of Howardville Road, Canton, died on July 10, 2011 at Maplwood Campus. The funeral will be July 13, 2011 at 11:15 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Calling hours will be Wednesday from 10-11:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with funeral services to follow at 11:15 AM with Rev. William Hart officiating. Burial will be in Beech Plains Cemetery. Born July 5, 1917, in Canton, NY, daughter of Carl H. and Ruth (Howard) Stone, she graduated Potsdam High School in 1935. On Dec. 21, 1936, she married Charles S. McEwen at the Methodist Parsonage in Potsdam. Charles died in April 27, 2003. “Jane” and her husband ran the family dairy farm for 34 years. She also served as Justice of the Peace in the Town of Pierrepont for a number of years, worked for the St. Lawrence County Office of the Aging and was Director of the Ombudsman Program for thirteen years, retiring in 1998 at the age of 80. Jane was also a member of the Community Club in Pierrepont and a Charter Member of the Pierrepont Fire Dept Ladies Auxillary. She enjoyed spending quality time with her grandchildren, gardening and cooking as well as entertaining friends and neighbors with coffee and sweets and playing card games. Surviving are her daughter Sharon J. Camp and husband Robert of Canton; three grandchildren, Randy, Steven and Kathy; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Snyder and husband Eugene of Hannawa Falls and Marilyn Scanlon and husband Lawrence of Hannawa Falls; one brother, Robert Stone and wife Linda of Potsdam and a sister-in-law, Sarah Stone of Potsdam. In addition to her husband she was predeceased by a sister, Dorothy Vanderburg and a brother, Richard Stone. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pierrepont Fire Dept, 62 Old County Road, Canton, NY 13617, Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676 or to Maplewood Campus Recreation Fund, 205 State Street Road, Canton, NY 13617.

Maynard W. Dutcher, 93, Howe Blvd, Canton, died on July 9, 2011 at Maplewood Campus. The funeral will be June 13, 2011 at 4:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Maynard W. “Dutch” Dutcher, 93, of Canton, died Sat, July 9, 2011, at Maplewood Nursing Home, Canton. Maynard was born Aug. 28, 1917, in Seneca Falls, NY, son of Ray Holbrook and Elia Moss Dutcher. He attended Syracuse elementary schools and graduated from Onondoga Academy in 1936. Later he graduated from the first four-year class of Buffalo Pharmacy School in 1941, after which he was employed as a sales representative by Upjohn Pharmaceutical Co. in Detroit until his induction into the Army at Camp Grant, Rockford, IL in June 1943. Serving overseas from Dec. 1943 through Oct. 1945 with the 9th Medical Battalion, 9th Infantry Division, Maynard received 5 Bronze Stars for participation in the Normandy, France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe campaigns. Although he never discussed his WWII experiences, in later years he thoroughly enjoyed the TV series “Mash”, a reminder of his tent-hospital days as a medical Staff Sgt. After his army separation, he resumed work with Upjohn. In 1949 “Dutch” joined Walter E. Russell Pharmacy. He eventually purchased the business in 1961 and in 1967 moved it from its longtime Main Street location to the Midtown Shopping Plaza. Maynard was very involved with the revival of the Canton Chamber of Commerce in 1967, and served as its president and later director. He was also past member of the Canton Development Corp and was a public member of the Canton-Potsdam Hospital Board. He was a member of the Lions Club, St. Lawrence Golf Club, Canton Ski Club, American Cancer Society, and both the Oak Pt. and Blind Bay Associations. He served on the board of the First National Bank of Canton before its sale to Chase Manhattan Bank. He was a communicant of both the Canton United Methodist Church and the Northminster Presbyterian Church of Sarasota, FL. Through the years “Dutch” became a self-taught carpenter, building his Canton home, refinishing antiques and after purchasing Crossover Island on the St. Lawrence River in 1971, he began the 31 year restoration of the buildings and lighthouse. He retired from pharmacy in 1982, sold Crossover in 2002, thereafter spending winters in Sarasota. While stationed at Camp Grant, he met Betty Jo Hurlbert, daughter of Erma and L. Parker Hurlbert. Sixty four years ago July 12, 1947, they married in the Harlem Methodist Church of Rockford. Along with his wife, Maynard is survived by daughter Andrea Dutcher, Ithaca, NY; son Ray (Peggy) of Wellesley, MA; three grandchildren, Scott Dutcher (Hillary) of St. Louis, MO; Kristin Dutcher Jonash (Ben) of Boston, MA; Abigail Dutcher Murray (Marine Capt. Robert) Quantico, VA and great grandson Charles R. Dutcher, St. Louis, MO. Also, he is survived by nine nieces and nephews in Illinois and Wisconsin. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 2-4 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with a memorial service to follow at 4:15 PM with Theodore Linn officiating. Those wishing may donate to Canton Rescue, 77 Riverside Drive, Canton, NY 13617, Northminster Presbyterian Church of Sarasota, FL or to the Canton United Methodist Church or a charity of one’s choice.

Elsie R. Tupper, 91, State Street, Canton, died on July 7, 2011 at her home. The funeral will be July 10, 2011 at a Special Time, at the Evergreen Cemetery.

Born Feb 2, 1920 in Canton, daughter of George W. and Florence (Howard) Tupper, she graduated Canton High in 1937. In 1941 she received her B.A. from St. Lawrence University and then her Masters of Education in 1951. She later did Graduate Study at Potsdam State University and at The University of St. Andrews in Scotland in 1971. Elsie was quite active while in school. At St. Lawrence University she was a member of the SLU Club, the French Club, Chapel Choir, Pi Beta Phi and was a reporter for the News Bureau and the Hill News. She also was the Winner of the “L” Pin for outstanding athlete in 1941 and she was elected to the SLU Athletic Hall of Fame in 1972. While on the Chair College Assembly at SUNY Elsie was an advisor to the cheerleaders and advisor to Pi Nu Epsilon. She was also a member of Phi Delta Kappa, a professional fraternity in education and she was a member of the National Ski Patrol w/ avalanche training and a member of the 70+ Ski Club. Elsie was first employed by the New York State Public School System working in Cleveland, NY, Marcellus, Carthage, Madrid-Waddington and Canton. She also worked at Idaho High, Mountain Home, Idaho from 1954-55 and for State University of New York from 1963-1980 from which she retired. Elsie was predeceased by her siblings, LaVerne, Howard and Horton Tupper and Helen Tupper Poole. She will be remembered by her three nieces, Mary, Barbara and Jade and four nephews, Stephen, Jon, Evan and Brian. The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 10th from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Private Graveside Services will be held in the Evergreen Cemetery, Canton. Following Elsie’s wishes, the family would like memorial contributions to be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Rte 11, Potsdam, NY 13676 or to The Canton Free Library, 6 Park Street, Canton, NY 13617.

Thomas M. Jeanette, 64, County Rte 17, S. Russell, died on May 13, 2011 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be May 17, 2011 at 6:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Calling hours will be Tuesday from 4-6 PM at the funeral home. Mr. Jeanette died Friday, May 13th at Canton-Potsdam Hospital after being stricken at his home earlier in the day. Born July 3, 1946 in Kalamazoo, MI son of Thomas W. Jeanette and Thelma Fifield Ordway, he graduated Knox Memorial School and later earned a degree in business accounting from Roethel’s Business School in Ogdensburg. On October 21, 1966 he married Eleanor “Ellie” Baxter at the Russell U.M. Church with Rev. Houghton as celebrant. Ellie predeceased him on October 20, 2010. Tom was at one time in charge of maintenance at Whippoorwill Restaurant in Russell. He was a member of the Emerald City Marine Corp. League, a volunteer for the Toys for Tots Program for many years and was a huge supporter of D.C.S.R. Volunteer Fire Dept. Tom was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed casino gambling, tinkering in his garage and hanging out with “the gang” at the diner. He will be remembered by his two sons and daughters-in-law, Timothy O. and Kimberly Jeanette and Barry G. and Courtney Jeanette both of South Russell; five grandchildren, Richard, Brandi, Dylon, Jordan and Kyanne; one sister, Yvonne Simmons of Fowler and a number of step and half brothers and sisters. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Russell Volunteer Rescue Squad, PO Box 536, Russell, NY, 13684 and DCSR Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 597, Russell, NY 13684.

Mildred N. Barkley, 88, 5274 C.R. 24, Pierrepont, died on April 22, 2011 at her home in Pierrepont. The funeral will be April 26, 2011 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Mildred N. “Millie” Barkley, 88, of 5274 County Route 24, died Friday, April 22, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born April 2, 1923 in Pyrites, daughter of Maurice and Gaynell Crary, she attended DeKalb Junction School. While working “Millie” was employed as a Home Health Aide. On October 2, 1939 she married John Raycraft at her sister Leona Capalario’s house in Canton by Eugene Anthony. John served in the Army during WWII serving in Japan from 1944-46. He worked for J&L Steel in Star Lake for 27 years until his death, August 5, 1971. She later married Howard Barkley of Ogdensburg, on July 23, 1977 at St. Mary’s Church in Canton by Rev. G. Billmeyer. Howard was a WWII veteran serving in Panama. He died July 23, 1993. Mildred was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxillary and the Community Club for years. She was a member of St. Mary’s Church and attended the Free Assoc. Church in Pierrepont. She bought the home of her grandparent’s, Robert and Millie Crary, the home she lived in as a child. She was a homemaker and gardener, canning 1000 jars a year. She also raised beef and chickens at one time. Surviving are a son John Capalario; six grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; three brothers, George, Ralph and Kenneth; three sisters, Gaynell Rawley, Thelma Seifredsberger and Irene Timm. She will also be remembered by JoAnn Coffey and the late Joey Capalario whom she was a second mother to. She was predeceased by her son, Donald Raycraft (March 2010); her step-mother, Jennie Crary (March 2004); three brothers, Lyle, Lawrence and Lloyd and two sisters, Veleta Cuthburt and Leona Capalario. The family will receive friends on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM at the funeral home with Revs. John & Donna Clark officiating. Burial will follow in Beech Plains Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Pierrepont Fire Dept. 62 Old County Road, Canton, NY 13617, Colton Rescue Squad, PO Box 304, Colton, NY 13625 or Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Harold G. Hal Bullock, 76, Farmer Street, Canton, died on April 19, 2011 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be Friday, April 22, 2011 at 10:00 AM, at the Gunnison Chapel on the campus of St. Lawrence University.

Harold G. “Hal” Bullock, 76, of Farmer Street died April 19, 2011 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Born July 21, 1934 in the family home in Edwards, son of the late Glenn Ira and Louise Estell (VanBuren) Bullock, he graduated Knox Memorial in 1952 and later from West Virginia Wesley University with a B.S. in Chemistry in 1958. “Hal” was a veteran of the US Air Force serving from 1958-1962 and on September 4, 1965 he married Sue Catherine Rose at Gunnison Chapel on the campus of St. Lawrence University. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a chemist for Massena Memorial Hospital and Since 1980 he owned and operated the family dairy farm, the “GHAMES Farms” in Edwards. Hal was a past member of the Canton Club Bowling Team for 30 plus years and he and his wife, Sue, were members of the Friday Nite Diner’s Club at the St. Lawrence Inn, Canton. He also enjoyed shuffleboard, hunting, farming, traveling and snowmobiling. Surviving in addition to his wife Sue of Canton are his two sons, Glenn “Jeff” and wife Sheila of Russell and Harold “Joe” and fiancee Terri of Canton; four daughters, Penny LaClair of Laguna Niguel, CA, Amy Bortnick and husband Chip, Margaret “Meg” Aldous and husband Brad and Elizabeth “Beth” Larrabee and husband Rob all of Canton; sixteen grandchildren and one great grandchild; six sisters and five brothers-in-law, Agnes and Harry Smithers, Leona and Paul Baker, Lois McAllester, Mary Jane and Earl Knight, Joyce and Bill Cooper and Anna and Dick McCormick; four brothers, James and Ruth , Clifford and Sally, Charles and Sue and Herb and Scottie and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by a grandson Drew and a sister Margaret. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Funeral will be Friday at 10:00 AM at Gunnison Chapel, St. Lawrence University w/ Chaplain Kathleen Buckley officiating. Burial will be in Brick Chapel Cemetery, Canton. The family desires memorial contributions be made to National Childhood Cancer Society 1 South Memorial Drive, Suite 800, St. Louis, MO 63102 or to Canton Rescue, 77 Riverside Drive, Canton, NY 13617. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Jean Ellen White Matthews, 87, formerly of Canton Street Hermon, died on Friday, April 8, 2011 at Mercy Nursing Home in Watertown. The funeral will be April 12, 2011 at 2:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Jean Ellen White Matthews, 87, of Canton Street, died Friday, April 8, 2011 at Mercy Nursing Home in Watertown. Born February 3, 1924 in Madrid, NY daughter of Florence(Fleming) and Leon White. One of twelve siblings, she graduated from Madrid High School, where she was a 1st Head – Drum Majorette. She will be remembered by her four sons and daughters-in-law, Charles and Tina Matthews of Hermon, Dennis and Elaine Matthews of Hermon, Dale and Rose Matthews of DeKalb Jct. and Douglas and Darlene Matthews of Pyrites; two daughters and sons-in-law, Deborah and Peter Sovie of Watertown and Kimberly and Richard Chase of Hermon; one sister, Betty Moulton of Waddington and numerous grand and great-grandchildren. Jean was employed as a Nurses Aide for Hepburn Hospital in Ogdensburg for 27 years, then as a physiotherapy aide for Cedars Nursing Home. She also had traveled to Wyoming where she worked as an aide. After returning to the area, Jean did Home Health Care work in Black Lake, Carthage and Hermon. She was very active in several Senior Citizens Organizations, in County Council, was a Director to State Wide Senior Action Council in Albany, and was a member of Onbudsman. No matter what she was doing, she was still a full-time Mom and grandmother. She was always available for hands on assistance or advice as needed. In the past, she enjoyed being a 4-H leader, and Chaperone for Hermon-DeKalb Marching Band for seven years. She was presented with a dozen red roses in appreciation of all she did for the band. Jean also enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting and made quilts for her grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 2 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Michael P. Catanzaro officiating. Calling hours are from 12 noon to 2 PM prior to the service. Burial will be held at a later date in Fairview Cemetery, Canton. Memorial Contributions may be made to: the Russell Rescue, P.O. Box 536, Russell, NY 13684 and Hermon Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 177, Hermon, NY 13652.

Priscilla A. Bradley, 71, County Route 35, Canton, died on March 29, 2011 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital ER. The funeral will be a special time, at the Crary Mills Cemetery.

Priscilla A. Bradley, 71, of Crary Mills died unexpectedly on March 29, 2011 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Born November 30, 1939, in Canton, NY the daughter of Gerald and Ruth (Briggs) Ames, she attended Canton Schools. She was employed as a waitress all her life retiring in 2004. Priscilla will be remembered by her companion of 36 years, Paul Sanderson; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Jack “Herb” Locey and wife Karen of Eben and Ronald Locey of Crary Mills; four grandchildren, Jack and Joshua of Eben and Kara and Jordan of Crary Mills and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Three brothers, Walter, Amaranth and Gerald “Charlie” and three sisters, Nellie Smith, Hazel Burrell and Lovella Ames predeceased her. Priscilla enjoyed gardening, Bingo and her grandkids. Following her wishes calling hours and graveside services will be held privately. The family requests memorial contributions be sent to the Crary Mills Tri-Town Community Center, c/o Pat Matthews, 6346 C.R. 27, Lot 9, Canton, NY 13617. Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton is handling arrangements and Condolences may be sent to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Lucy Gail Smith, 67, Butternut Ridge Road, Pierrepont, died on March 25, 2011 at Fletcher-Allen University Hospital in Burlington. The funeral will be March 30, 2011 at 4:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Funeral services for Lucy Gail Smith, 67, of Butternut Ridge Road, Pierrepont who died Friday, March 25, 2011 at Fletcher-Allen University Hospital in Burlington, VT, will be Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Msgr. Robert H. Aucoin officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral. Born July 31, 1943 in DeKalb Junction, NY, daughter of Irwin and Laurastein Stevens, she attended Hermon-DeKalb Ctrl School, later receiving her G.E.D. On October 17, 1964, she married David L. Smith in DeKalb Junction. Mr. Smith died April 6, 2002. Lucy enjoyed working as a Home Health Aide for Health Services of Northern NY for the past five years. She also was known as a talented seamstress and artist. She was a dedicated 4-H Leader for a number of years and a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. Lucy had a strong love of horses, liked taking long walks w/ her companion Kenny, skiing, being in the outdoors and was always willing to try something new. She enjoyed spending time w/ friends, being in the company of her children and held her grandchildren especially close. She is survived by her children, David A. Smith of Pyrites, Purity (Adam) Mason of Lafayette, IN and Media (Jeff) Caron of Saratoga Springs, NY; six grandchildren, Dillon and Brody Smith, Sydney Rutledge and Devin Mason and Abigail and Samuel Caron; one brother, Irwin J. Stevens; two sisters, Hazel (David) McDonald and Susan Smith. She will also be remembered by her companion Kenneth Willard. She was predeceased by three brothers, Dexter, Donald and Arthur Stevens. The family desires memorial contributions be sent to either the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 7, East Syracuse, NY 13057 or to Alzheimer’s Assoc., 120 Washington St., Suite 419, Watertown, NY 13601.

Alan J. Clark, 73, formerly of Canton, NY, died on March 2, 2011 at a Nursing Home in Pittsburgh, PA. The funeral will be a special time, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Alan J. Clark, 73, of Pittsburgh, PA, died March 2, 2011. Born November 18, 1937 in Canton, NY, he was the son of the late Harold and Edgarita Clark. Mr. Clark was a Pharmacist in Las Vegas, where he owned his own pharmacy for many years. He was also a 32nd Degree Mason of which he was proud of. He will be remembered by a daughter, Alicia Evans of Pasco. WA and a niece Jane Sefcik of Loudon, TN. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with interment in Fairview Cemetery, Canton in the Spring. Lawrence Funeral home is handling arrangements.

Richard J. Briggs, 72, formerly of Crary Mills, died on February 24, 2011 at his home in Potsdam. The funeral will be March 3, 2011 at 4:00 PM, at the Crary Mills Presbyterian Church.

Memorial Services for, 72 year old, Richard J. “Dick” Briggs, formerly of Crary Mills, will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2011 at 4:00 PM at the Crary Mills Presbyterian Church with Revs. John & Donna Clark officiating. Richard died Thursday, February 24th at his home while under the care of his family and Hospice. Born July 5, 1938 in Potsdam, son of William and Mary Briggs, he attended Canton schools until the death of his father in 1957, at which time he took over the family farm. On August 11, 1961, he married Shirley Fifield in the Crary Mills Church with Rev. Bowers as celebrant. “Dick” was a past member of the Crary Mills Church, Playground Assoc., Community Center and 4-H. He enjoyed hunting, reading Western paperback books, making maple syrup and was an avid fisherman. He will be remembered by his wife Shirley; his children “Ricky” W. (Ellen) Briggs, Libby A. (Howard) Kinch and Randy G. Briggs; three sisters, Clara Besaw, Cora (Jr.) Pharoah and Carolyn (Jerry) Maloney; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother William Briggs, a sister Lucille Jenack and an infant granddaughter Chantal. The family desires contributions to go to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

MSGT Robert Lee Burden, 70, Goldsboro, NC, died on February 12, 2011 at Pitt Community Memorial Hospital in Greenville, NC. The funeral will be February 17, 2011 at 10:30 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Funeral services for 70 year old MSGT Robert Lee Burden (Ret USAF) will be held on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 10:30 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Pastor Donna Doig officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 5-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Beech Plains Cemetery in the Spring. Mr. Burden died Saturday, February 12th at the Pitt Community Memorial Hospital in Greenville, NC. Surviving are his wife Janet (Matthews) Burden of Goldsboro, NC; two sons, Robb Lynn Burden and wife Jennifer of Roanoke, VA and Derek Richard Burden and wife Saunya of Bella Vista, AR; one daughter, Teresa Ann Martz of Walstonburg, NC; two brothers, Frank Burden and Kenneth Jessmon, Jr. and wife Glenda; seven grandchildren, Fletcher Burden, Magnolia Burden, Kraig Rutherford, Kile Courtney-Burden, Carin Martz, Daniel Martz and Breanna Martz. He was pre-deceased by his step-father, Kenneth Jessmon and two brothers, Wayne and Larry Burden. Born May 13, 1940 in Coffeeville, MS son of the late Clifton B. and Mary K. (Lyles) Burden, a veteran of the US Air Force serving from 1958-1978, attaining the rank of Master Sgt. After his honorable discharge he attended college for automotive and opened his own repair shop, named “Bob’s Garage” (1978-2005). On December 6, 1971 in Phoenix, AZ he married Janet Lee Matthews. A few of Robert’s interests included camping with the Boy Scouts, fishing and restoring classic cars. Memorial contributions may be made to: The American Cancer Society, 6725 Lyon Street, P.O. Box #7, East Syracuse, NY 13057

M. Everett Aldous, 63, 644 Selleck Road, Canton, died on February 8, 2011 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be February 12, 2011 at 2:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

M. Everrett Aldous, 63, of Selleck Road, died unexpectedly at Canton-Potsdam Hospital after being stricken at his home. Born April 29, 1947 in Canton, NY, he graduated Canton High School in 1965. Shortly after high school, Everett went to work for General Electric in Syracuse and was drafted to the US Army and served in Vietnam from 1966-68. Upon returning home from Vietnam, Everett joined the Local 545 Union out of Syracuse and worked as a heavy equipment operator. On April 6, 1968, he married Janet Ames at St. Mary’s Church in Canton. Being an outdoorsman, Everett enjoyed snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, producing maple syrup and working in the woods. He also enjoyed playing cards and shuffleboard. He was a member of the VFW Post #1230, Canton and past member of the Brunner Hill Hunt Club. Everett will be remembered by his wife of 42 years, Janet of Canton; two sons, Everett J. of Canton and Bradford C. and wife Margaret “Meg” of Canton; five grandchildren, Nathan, Ryan, Joshua, Sara and Ashley; his golden retriever, “Charlie” and his grand-puppy, “Jake”. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 12th at 2:00 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Fr. Douglas Lucia officiating. Calling hours will be Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Brick Chapel Cemetery in the Spring. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Childhood Cancer Society, One South Memorial Drive, Suite 800, Saint Louis, MO 63102.

Linda Lou McDonald, 57, Laurel Terrace, Massena, died on February 3, 2011 at her home in Massena. The funeral will be February 7, 2011 at 7:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Linda Lou McDonald, 57, of Laurel Terrace, died unexpectedly on Thursday, February 3, 2011 at her home. Born December 18, 1953 in Potsdam, NY, daughter of Dale B. and the late Theresa Mae (Bush) McDonald, she graduated Massena High School in 1972. Surviving in addition to her father, Dale, are her two sons, Robert F. Lytle, Jr. and Jonathan Dale Lytle; a daughter, Renee McGregor and husband Chris; four grandchildren, Jonathan Lytle, Jr., Breanna Love, Jessalyn McGregor and Christopher McGregor, II all of Massena; one sister, Judy Lynn McDonald of Watertown. Linda was employed as an aide for Cedars Nursing Home in Ogdensburg and Highland Nursing Home in Massena. Most recently she was a caretaker for a special needs gentleman in Massena. She enjoyed shopping and most notably, spending time with her children and grandchildren. Calling hours will be Monday from 6-7 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, 21 Park Street, Canton. The funeral will be held on Monday at 7:15 PM at the funeral home with Rev. David McDonald officiating. Interment will be held privately at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 6390 Fly Rd # 2, East Syracuse, NY 13057-9366

Lewis Henry Newvine, 93, Eddy Pyrites Road, Canton, died on January 30, 2011 at Spicer Adult Home in Canton. The funeral will be in the spring at a special time, at the the family plot in East Islip, NY.

Lewis Henry Newvine, 93, died January 30, 2010 at the Spicer Adult Home in Canton, where he had been a resident since July of 2009. Lewis was born January 25, 1918 in the family farmhouse located on the Hermon Road in the rural township of Dekalb, NY. Being the first-born to George and Mary Whitney Newvine, Lewis soon found that this position in the family brought along many unwanted responsibilities. He was required to tend to farm chores at an early age, and later came to despise the farm. Soon, sisters Rosella, Margaret, and Mary joined the family and later a brother, George. Lewis attended a one-room school and soon found the joy of reading and writing. He realized his potential as a student and was able to move up two grade levels. Graduating from Richville High School at the top of his class, he had a strong desire to attend college, aspiring to be an architect. However, he was only 16 years old, money was scarce and college was out of the question. Always yearning to learn, Lew enrolled in a post graduate program at his high school and even played basketball for a fifth year. An acquaintance of Lew’s gave him the name of a supervisor at a state hospital on Long Island. The 17 year old announced his decision to set out the following day and hitch-hiked to Long Island, a distance of 425 miles. Lew remembered that a milk truck driver took him most of the way to New York City. After a couple of days, he arrived at Pilgrim State Hospital in Brentwood, Long Island, and was hired. He later worked at Kings Park State Hospital. On December 25, 1944 he married Margaret “Dodee” Johnston in St. John’s Catholic Church in Central Islip. Lewis, still with a strong desire to attend architectural school, he enrolled at Hofstra University on Long Island. He attended classes during the daytime and worked as ward supervisor at the ‘psych center’ at night. Lewis graduated from Hofstra and began designing homes. He preferred the Usonian style, especially that of Frank Lloyd Wright and spent numerous vacations traveling out West to visit homes designed by Wright. In the 1970s, he designed and built his vacation home at Sylvia Lake in the Wright-style. Lew and Dodee’s only child, Kathryn Marie Newvine was born December 23, 1945. She graduated from high school in 1963, and was married to Tom Palmer (son of a well-known photographer) that same year. Three daughters were born to the Palmers: Sandra in 1965, Susan in 1967, and Karyn in 1975. Tom and Kathy had invested in a small Cessna airplane, and flew as a family whenever they had the time. Just after Thanksgiving in November of 1977, on a return trip from visiting friends in Ohio, the Cessna iced up and crashed in Salem, Indiana. All five Palmers were killed instantly! Lewis and wife Dodee were devastated. Their entire family was snuffed out in an instant! By 1980, both Lew and Dodee were retired, and they moved from their home in Central Islip to Florida. They bought a condo in the Delray Beach area, and later moved to Port Orange, FL. In Florida, Lew continued sitting at his drafting table every day for nearly thirty years, and produced an amazing collection of drawings. Most of the homes that he designed have been built in the Orlando, Daytona Beach and Port Orange areas. He also designed churches, restaurants and businesses all over Volusia County. After the death of his wife on July 25, 2009, Lewis relocated back to the North Country, to the Spicer Adult Home in the town of Canton. Lewis is survived by two sisters, Rosella Liscum of Ogdensburg and Margaret O’Donnell of Murphy, NC; two brothers-in-law, Joseph Johnston of Lady Lake, FL and Philip Carpenter of Hermon; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Newvine of Port Orange; and several nieces and nephews, including, Doreen Virgil and husband Mike of East Islip, NY and Reginald Liscum and his wife Judy of Canton and Morristown. Besides his immediate family, Lewis was predeceased by his parents, brother George, and sister, Mary Carpenter. According to his wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral service. A graveside service for both Lewis and his wife will be held in the spring. Their ashes will be buried next to their beloved daughter Kathy and her family in Central Islip, NY. Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton is handling arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

H. Sargent Whittier, Jr., 75, Old DeKalb Road, Canton, died on January 23, 2011 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be January 28, 2011 at 11:00 AM, at the Gunnison Chapel on the Campus of St. Lawrence University.

H. Sargent Whittier, Jr. died Sunday evening January 23, 2011. He was 75. Sarge was born September 8, 1935 in Melrose, Massachusetts. He was predeceased by his father H. Sargent Whittier, his mother Isabel Moir Whittier, his step-mother Ila Peel Whittier, a step-brother Harold Crowell, and step-sisters Ola Crowell Bradbury and Laura Crowell Fisher. He is survived by his wife of forty-eight years, Lynn Bailey Whittier, two sons and their families Andy, Kristen, Kelsea, and Laurel Whittier of Canton, and Pete, Katie, Christopher, and Brooke Whittier of Charlottesville, Virginia; a brother and sister-in-law John and Sheila Whittier of Kingston, New Hampshire, a step sister-in-law Esther Crowell of Peabody, Massachusetts; as well as a large extended family and countless friends. Sarge came to Canton in 1953 to attend St. Lawrence University where he majored in economics and tended goal for the skating Saints. After he graduated in 1957 he served his country in the United States Army remaining with the Active Reserves for many years. He returned to Canton in 1960 where he lived for the rest of his life. Sarge went to work for the Aetna Casualty and Surety Company before returning to his alma mater. He had a long and successful career at St. Lawrence University in Alumni Relations and Development. He served as Vice President for Development from 1977 until he left St. Lawrence to join the fundraising consulting firm Barnes & Roche, Inc. in 1988. He was honored by his alma mater in 1988 with an alumni citation. In 1999, a group of his former colleagues surprised him by naming a study room in the Owen D. Young Library for their beloved mentor and friend. He retired from full time work in 2000 and remained associated with Barnes & Roche until his death. Sarge was active in the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) as a frequent speaker, board member, and Chairman. He was awarded the Hesburgh Medal for service to CASE and he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from CASE in 2007. In 1984, he was awarded one of the first Fulbright Fellowships to a college administrator, to study and teach at the University of Leeds, England. Throughout his life, Sarge was active in the greater Canton community. He served on the boards of the Canton-Potsdam Hospital, the Canton-Potsdam Hospital Foundation, and the Frederic Remington Art Museum. Many other organizations benefitted from his wise counsel and friendship. The Whittier home was a gathering place for students, faculty members, and friends of all ages. A service celebrating Sarge’s life will be held at Gunnison Chapel at St. Lawrence University on Friday January 28th at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Lawrence University or the Canton-Potsdam Hospital Foundation. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Peter Emmy Bartman, 95, Clearwater, Florida, died on January 13, 2011 at Woodside Hospice House in Pinellas. The funeral will be June 11, 2011 at 10 am, at the St. Marys Church in Canton.

Peter Emerson Bartman passed away Thursday, January 13, 2011 at the age of 95. He died while under the care of his wife, Virginia, his two daughters, JoAnne and Judith and the Suncoast Hospice in St. Petersburg, FL. “Emmy”, as he was known, was predeceased by his wife, Bernetta who died in 1982 at the age of 65, a granddaughter, two sisters and two brothers. Emmy married Virginia James in 1986. He lived in Canton and Morristown for 75 years and owned and operated various businesses including the Nash and Rambler dealership on Riverside Drive and later Bartman’s Auto Parts at the same location. Emmy was active in various organizations including the Knights of Columbus and the Canton Volunteer Fire Department, where he was Chief for five years. He also volunteered for Hospice and Meals on Wheels. He loved his camp in Morristown and loved living in Florida the past 20 years. Emmy is survived by his wife Virginia, two daughters, JoAnne (Ron) Scott, Judith (Robert) Ruddy, five grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren and three great great-grandchildren. Family and Friends will celebrate Emmy’s Life at a funeral mass at St. Mary’s Church in Canton on June 11th at 10:00 AM. Those desiring may send memorial contributions to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Canton, NY 13617 or to Canton Fire & Rescue, 77 Riverside Drive, Canton, NY 13617.

Barbara Laspina, 86, Clear Water, FL, died January 14, 2011 at JFK Medical Center in Florida. The funeral will be January 19, 2011 at 11:15 am, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Barbara Rodee Laspina, 86, of West Palm Beach, Florida died early Friday January 14 after a brief hospitalization. Surviving are her husband of 60 years, Peter Laspina of West Palm Beach, Florida, sons and daughters Peter J. (Jo) Laspina, Barbara (Steve) Piazzo, Robert (Bonnie) Laspina, Mary (Mike) Stafford, Nancy (Tom) Brogan; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters Jessie Manitta, Janet Cook, Elaine Nelson, Phyllis Varco, and their families; and brothers Bernard Rodee and William Rodee and their families. She was predeceased by a grandson Joshua Laspina, a son James Laspina, and sisters Marie Zeh, Thelma Rodee, and infant sister Melba. Born June 8, 1924 at the family farm in Canton, NY, daughter of the late Bernard and Etta Rodee, she was a graduate of Canton High School, followed by Potsdam State Teachers College. It was in college that she was elected as the president of the St. Lawrence County 4H Council. This is quite a prestigious position for anyone, but especially being the first female from St. Lawrence County to achieve this, and then at a time when women didn’t often get these positions. After graduating from Potsdam in 1944, she accepted a teaching position in Central Islip, Long Island. It was quite an exciting trip to make for a girl raised on a dairy farm on the Canadian border all the way to Long Island. It was here, though, that she met her future husband, Peter C. Laspina. They married at Brick Chapel on July 23, 1950. She raised 6 children, was a Sunday School administrator, cub scout Den mother, elder in her church, full-time elementary school teacher, worked as a reading specialist and as an administrative intern. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. It was no surprise that Barbara should choose teaching as her profession. She loved children and had a passion for learning. As the second oldest of 9 children, her duties on the farm mainly involved helping raise the younger ones. An avid and passionate reader, Barbara could often be found rocking a cradle with her foot while reading a book, and maybe even cooking in the farm kitchen at the same time! Barbara had compassion and boundless energy for everyone. At home raising her own family, she always had time for a craft project, a classroom experiment, a new pet, a sick child, backyard summer barbecues with extended family, home-made dinners,…. the list is endless. She never turned down a request for help from her children or anyone, no matter what else she had going on, thus making everyone feel special, welcomed and loved. Nothing was more important to her than her family. She will be laid to rest at Brick Chapel Church, Canton, NY on Wednesday, January 19 following a viewing from 10 to 11:00 am and a funeral service at Lawrence’s Funeral Home, Canton, at 11:15 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Brick Chapel Cemetery, c/o William Rodee, 5431A CR 27, Canton, NY 13617; or the Youth Program, Lakeside Presbyterian Church, 4601 S. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach, FL 33405.

Lois Margaret Caswell, 97, School Street, DeKalb, died on December 10, 2010 at her home in DeKalb. The funeral will be December 16th at 10:30 AM, at the DeKalb Jct. Untied Methodist Church.

Calling hours will be Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Funeral services will be Thursday at 10:30 AM at the DeKalb Jct. United Methodist Church with Pastor Calvin Burrell of Denver, Colorado officiating. Burial will be in Beech Plains Cemetery in West Pierrepont. Surviving are three sons and three daughters: Nelson Caswell of Oregon, Hope (LeRoy) Dais of Colorado, Cecyl (Elden) Fischer of Michigan, Norman (Linda) Caswell of Michigan, Marjorie (John) Frary of DeKalb Jct., Timothy (Judy) Caswell of Michigan, and one daughter-in-law Dena (Malcolm) Caswell of Canton; 20 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Fulton of 62 years, one son (Malcolm), one grandchild (Michael), two sisters, a stepbrother, and stepsister. Born June 14, 1913 in Hammond, NY, daughter of Fred and Grace (Pickert) Levya, she graduated Governeur High School in 1930 and Albany Business College in 1931. She married Fulton Caswell on August 26, 1932 in Salem, West Virginia. They raised their seven children in the West Pierrepont area. Lois served as girls’ dean and cook at Spring Vale Academy in Michigan in 1963 and ‘64. Later, until retirement, she served as secretary in the Science and English Dept. at Canton A.T. I. She was a lifelong member of the Church of God (Seventh Day), a member of the Beech Plains Ladies Aide, taught sewing and cooking in Paradise Valley 4-H, taught her children piano, and gave accordion lessons in surrounding communities. Lois’ hobbies and interests included Scrabble, word puzzles, shuffleboard and watching Westerns. She belonged to bowling leagues at Gray Lanes in Canton, and in Zephyr Hills, Florida, where she and Fulton spent many winters. She was an avid reader and was well-known for her quilting. The family desires memorial contributions be sent to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676; or to Spring Vale Academy, 4150 South M-52, Owosso, MI 48867.

Ruth V. Stokes, 74, formerly of 15 Judson Street, Canton, died on November 3, 2010 at Whitefords Adult Home in Russell. The funeral will be November 6, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Ruth V. Stokes, 74, formerly of 15 Judson Street, died Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at the Whiteford Adult Home in Russell. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 7-9 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Funeral will be Saturday at 11:00 AM at the funeral home with Rev. Michael P. Catanzaro officiating. Burial will be held a later date in the Brookside Cemetery in Watertown. Those desiring may send memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Assoc, Northern Regional Office, 120 Washington Street, Suite 419, Watertown, NY 13601 or to The Leukemia Society, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202 Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Ronald Burns of Canton; two grandsons, Christopher M. Burns and companion Sarah Casey of Potsdam and Shawn T. Burns and companion MaKenzie Davis of Waterloo; one sister and brother-in-law, Virginia Witherhead and husband John of Canton; one brother and sister-in-law, Douglas and Kathy Van Iderstyne of Schenectady; and three nieces and one nephew. Born October 30, 1936 in Stamford, CT daughter of Frank and Alice (Mechaley) Van Iderstyne she graduated Canton High School in 1955 and later from Canton A.T.I. On March 5, 1960, she married H. Clifford Stokes in Gouverneur. Mr. Stokes died March 21, 2006. Ruth worked for a time at Gouverneur Iron Works and from 1962 until her retirement in 2002, she worked as Head of Placement for the Education Department of St. Lawrence University, Canton. She also did the books for her husbands company, Northern Abstract from 1974 to 2002. Ruth had a number of interests including reading, singing, horseback riding, canoeing and spending time at the family cottage at Trout Lake. She also was a member of the Northern Abstract Bowling Team and a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Canton.

Fern J. Thompson, 91, formerly of Richville, died on October 12, 2010 at Maplewood Campus in Canton. The funeral will be October 16, 2010 at 3:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 3:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Robert Schirmer officiating. Calling hours will be Saturday from 2:00 to 3:00 PM at the funeral home. Food and fun will be offered afterward at the DeKalb Fire Hall. Burial will be in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Parishville at a later date. Memorial contributions may be sent to Alzheimer’s Association, 441 West Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse, NY 13204, United Helpers Maplewood Campus, 205 State St., Canton, NY 13617 or to Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Surviving are three daughters, Sharon Caldararo and husband Mike of Watertown, Laurie Smith and husband Ron of Canton and Natalie Tucker Miller and husband Paul of Hinesburg, VT; a step-daughter, Marsha Kane and husband Michael of Oneonta, NY; one brother, Curtis Conklin and wife Bev of Gouverneur; one brother-in-law, Elmer Denesha of DeKalb Jct; seven grandchildren, Scott Fenlong, Jennifer McAleese, Ryan Caldararo, Rachel Guyre-Riley, Sean Guyre, Beth Ann Miller and Allison Miller; and eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Fern was predeceased by two brothers, Charles “Bud” and Grafton “Bill” Conklin; five sisters, Ellabelle “Peg” Stuhldreher, Eva Cunningham, Elva “Cubby” Pelkofski, Doris “Polly” Bowman and Edith Denesha. Born September 19, 1919, in DeKalb Jct. daughter of Roscoe G. and Vida (Holland) Conklin she graduated Richville High School. Fern married Basyl Harwood Tucker on May 14, 1944 in Wilmington, DE. He died August 12, 1976. On November 26, 1980 she married Paul E. Thompson in Ogdensburg. Paul died October 2006. Fern along with her late husband Paul ran the Richville Hotel until they closed the hotel (1989) and started Ye Olde Hotel Antiques, which they ran from 1988 to 2000. In the 1960’s Fern worked for a florist on Long Island for a number of years. Fern will always be remembered for her kindness and generosity.

John G. Boyden, Sr., 96, Stillman Drive, Canton, died on October 2, 2010 at his home. The funeral will be October 6, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence FUneral Home.

John G. Boyden, Sr., 96, of Stillman Drive, died October 2, 2010 at his home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 6th at 11:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Mother Evette Austin officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 5-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fairview cemetery, Canton at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Episcopal Church, 9 E. Main Street, Canton, NY 13617 or Salvation Army, 723 State Street, Watertown, NY 13601. Surviving are his two sons, John G. Boyden, Jr. and wife Sylvia of Canton, NY and Richard “Dick” Boyden and wife Nicole of VT; five grandchildren, Joel, Jerry, Lisa, Eric and Victoria; five great-grandchildren; one niece and one nephew. Predeceased are his wife, Thelma P., who died Feb 26, 2008, a brother, Clifford and three sisters, Laura, Lillian and Elizabeth Jane Boyden. Born August 12, 1914 in Watertown, NY, son of John Wm. and Alice Hannah (Even) Boyden, he graduated Watertown High School in 1932, where he was on the National Honor Society and graduated with a Regents Diploma. After high school, John took his father’s position as head maintenance man at Trinity Church in Watertown until his father could return from an on the job injury. On May 12, 1935, John left Watertown for Albany where he worked at Woolworth’s Dept. Store as a Manager Trainee. This was the start of a 35 year career for Woolworth’s. On June 21, 1936, he married Thelma Pearl Mackley at the Trinity Chapel in Watertown with Rev. Walter C. Middleton as celebrant. The family was relocated and traveled all over the North East, where John worked as assistant manager or manager for a number of Woolworth’s Dept. Stores including, Easthampton, MA, Holyoke, MA, Watertown, NY, Stamford, CT, Bristol, CT, Herkimer, NY; Cortland, NY; Newport, VT; and briefly in Augusta, ME where he retired in 1971. John later worked in the Newport, VT area for the Area Agency on Aging for ten years, starting as an Outreach Worker and moving to the position of Senior Service Advocate before retiring in December 1987 due to illness. The family enjoyed traveling and spending time at the cottage at Guffin’s Bay on Lake Ontario. John and his late wife, Thelma moved from Vermont to Canton, NY on November 17, 1999 to be closer to their son.

Clinton A. CLINT McCoy, Jr., 62, State Street, Canton, died on September 12 , 2010 at River Hospital in Alexandria Bay. The funeral will be September 17, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton.

The Rev. Clinton A. “Clint” McCoy, Jr., 62, of State Street, died unexpectedly Sunday, September 12, 2010 at River Hospital in Alexandria Bay. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton with Rev. Michael P. Catanzaro officiating. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Surviving are his wife Barbara of Canton; one son, Paul Clinton McCoy and wife Jennifer of North Conway, N.H.; one daughter, Erin McCoy Alarcon and husband Michael of Stoneham, Mass.; four grandsons, Isaiah Scharnowske, River McCoy and Matthew and Patrick Alarcon; two sisters, Joyce Murphee and husband Patrick of Los Altos, Calif., and Karen Nottelmann and husband William of Grand Rapids, Mich., and seven nieces and nephews. Born January 12, 1948 in Canton, Ohio, a son of Clinton A., Sr. and Zella Dempsey McCoy, he graduated Lehman High in Canton, Ohio, in 1966.In 1970 “Clint” graduated from Grove City College and furthered his education at Princeton Theological Seminary (Master’s of Divinity) and later at Lancaster Theological Seminary (Doctorate of Ministry). On June 23, 1973 he married Barbara Reed in the Laurelton Presbyterian Church in Rochester. Rev. McCoy had served the Synod of the Northeast since 2006.He was pastor emeritus of Western Presbyterian Church in Palmyra, N.Y., where he served from 1979-1994.For 12 years before his synod position, McCoy served as executive presbyter for the Presbytery of Northern New York. While in Palmyra, McCoy served as a director of the Newark-Wayne Community Hospital and was instrumental in the creation of the chaplain’s position there. He was the founding president of Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County and was named a Paul Harris Fellow w/ Rotary International in Palmyra. In his role at the synod, Rev. McCoy served as co-executive and was given the tongue-in-cheek description of “Executive for Loose Ends.” He staffed programmatic ministries such as the Early Ministry Institute, the synod’s international fellowship with the Church of Jesus Chris in Madagascar, the African American Caucus and Church Growth Strategy Steering Committee and the Tri-Synod Latino Leadership Development project. At the time of his death, he was also president of the New York State Council of Churches.In 2007 Rev. McCoy represented the World’s Council of Churches at the International Convention in Athens, Greece. “Clint” was a passionate fisherman and enjoyed fly-fishing for trout and angling for fish in Lake Ontario. He was a die-hard Cleveland Browns Fan and a gifted musician, playing guitar, piano and brass horns. He was an avid reader and history buff, a writer, model rail-roader, philosopher and world traveler. He also enjoyed making wine, video technology, photography, boating and of course spending time with family at “Camp McCoy” at Lake of the Woods. Memorial contributions may be made to McCoy Venture Scholarship at Norman Howard School, Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation, Ministry to Malawi, c/o First Presbyterian Church of Canton, 17 Park Street, Canton, NY 13617 or to a charity of one’s choice

Clara M. Conant, 89, formerly of 35 Riverside Drive, Canton, died on September 21, 2010 at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg. The funeral will be September 24, 2010 at 12:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Clara Moore Conant, 89, formerly of 35 Riverside Drive died Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, Ogdensburg. Born January 23, 1921 in Pierrepont, daughter of Harold L. and Maude P. (Kennedy) Moore, she attended the Country School at Langdon Corners. On January 1, 1940, she married Avery Wellington Conant at the Canton United Methodist Church Parsonage. Mr. Conant died April 1965. Mrs. Conant was a 4-H member and she enjoyed selling crafts at the Canton Farmer’s Market. She was employed as a housekeeper for Attorney Albert Jacobsen for ten years, as well as a cook for a fraternity of St. Lawrence University. In the 1940’s she was a hospital attendant for Central Islip Hospital and in the mid 1960’s she was an aide for the Peterson’s Nursing Home on State Street in Canton. Surviving are two sons Donald Gene Conant and wife Jan of Ocean View, DE and Michael Roy Conant of Sacramento, CA; one daughter, Debbra Lee Conant of Massena; three sisters, Gertrude Williams and Helen Kenyon both of Canton and Margaret Gardner of Painted Post, NY; one brother, Harold Moore of Boaz, AL; 11 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Carol Ann Conant Poor, a sister, Ruth Rowe. Funeral Services will be held Friday at 12:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Thomas Jones, Pastor of Canton United Methodist Church, officiating. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 10:00 am to 12 Noon at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to United Helpers Maplewood Activities Fund, State Street Road, Canton, NY 13617 or to the American Heart Association, Northern Region, PO Box 155, Watertown, NY 13601.

Lena Lytle Rogers, 90, 2290 Black Lake Road, Hammond, died on September 1, 2010 at her daughters home in Hammond. The funeral will be September 8, 2010 at 11:30 am, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Lena Lytle Rogers, 90, of 2290 Black Lake Road, Hammond, formerly of Ike Noble Drive, Canton, died Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at her daughter’s home. Born January 25, 1920 in Canton, NY, daughter of Carl and Delia (Cousineau) Lytle, she graduated Canton Catholic School and later from Canton High School. She attended St. Lawrence University and later received her nursing degree at Syracuse University. Lena was employed by Syracuse Memorial Hospital for a number of years prior to moving to Alexandria Bay, NY. The family lived in Alex Bay for a number of years until moving back to Canton in 1984 to care for her ailing father. Surviving are Mary “Peg” Nocerino of Norwood, Linda Cranin and husband Randy of Freehold, NJ, Lisa Rogers of Pulteney, NY and Beth Blanchard and husband Steve of Hammond; four grandchildren, Danielle and Rachel Cranin, Cassie Blanchard and Brian Kilbury. She was predeceased by her brother Wm. “Bill” Lytle. A Prayer service will be held on Wednesday, September 7th at 11:30 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Fr. Douglas Lucia officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Richard E. Winters Cancer Treatment Center, 3 Lyons Place, Ogdensburg, NY 13690 or to Warner Cancer Treatment Center, 145 Market Street, SeaComm Plaza, Potsdam, NY 13676. Condolences may be sent c/o paul.lawrencefuneralhome@gmail.com

Edith M. Denesha, 82, 10 Caroline Street, DeKalb Jct., died on August 19, 2010 at United Helpers Maplewood Campus. The funeral will be August 24, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the DeKalb Jct. United Methodist Church.

Edith Marie Denesha, 82, of Caroline Street, DeKalb Jct. died Thursday, August 19, 2010, surrounded by her loving family, at United Helpers Maplewood Campus where she was a resident since January. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at 11:00 AM at the DeKalb Jct. United Methodist Church with Rev. William G. Hart and Rev. Robert Schirmer officiating. Calling hours will be Monday from 1-4 and 7-9 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in Old DeKalb Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Canton Alzheimer’s Support Group, c/o P.O. Box 191, DeKalb Jct., NY 13630 or to Activities Fund at United Helpers Maplewood Campus, 205 State Street, Canton, NY 13617. Surviving are her husband of 62 years, Elmer Denesha of DeKalb Jct.; three sons, Larry and wife Sue of DeKalb Jct., Wayne and wife Trudy of DeKalb Jct. and Floyd “Mark” and wife Amy of Ocala, FL; one daughter, Ellen Scales and husband Thomas of DeKalb Jct.; one brother, Curtis Conklin and wife Beverly of Gouverneur; one sister, Fern Thompson of Canton; eleven grandchildren, Broc Denesha and wife Karla, Stacy Denesha, Clay Denesha and wife Beth, Stephanie Bailey and husband Ron, Carrie Denesha, Leanne Price and husband Eric, Angelique and Thanisha Scales, Mark Denesha, Eliza Denesha and Libby Denesha; nineteen great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers, Bud and Grafton and four sisters, Ella Belle, Elva, Eva and Doris. Edith was born June 29, 1928 in Gouverneur, NY a daughter of Roscoe and Carrie (Bowman) Conklin. She attended Richville Schools and later received her GED from Canton Central School of which she was in the first class to do so. On May 8, 1948 she married Elmer Denesha at the Methodist Parsonage in Moira, NY with Rev. Lewis McConnell as celebrant. The couple celebrated their 62nd Wedding Anniversary. Edith was employed by St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Dept. retiring in 1987 after 10 years of service. At the time of retirement she was Matron of Jail having been appointed to the position by the late Sheriff Keith Knowlton. Edith also assisted her husband, Elmer, with the funeral home the couple owned and operated in DeKalb Jct. from 1955 to 1988. She was a former member of Daughters of Nile in Watertown, Past Matron of O.E.S. and Past District Deputy, 1st St. Lawrence District O.E.S., member of the Richville Chapter #291 O.E.S. She was also a member of the DeKalb Jct. United Methodist Church, the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW Post #1231, a Charter Member of DeKalb Jct. Volunteer Fireman’s Ladies Auxiliary and Chairperson of DeKalb Republican Committee. A life-time resident of DeKalb, Edith enjoyed her flowers, her home and cooking. She loved her entire family and they always came first. She was always last. She will always be remembered as a wonderful wife and mother and grandmother. Condolences may be sent to the family c/o paul.lawrencefuneralhome@gmail.com

Frances Smith, 79, Hale Road, Canton, died on August 18, 2010 at her home. The funeral will be August 21st at 3:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Longtime Canton resident, Frances B. Smith, 79, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, August 18, 2010. Fran was born on October 13, 1930, daughter of C. Everett and Jessie (McClelland) Brown. She graduated from Canton schools and attended Ithaca College and SUNY Canton. Fran worked many years as a library aide in the Canton schools. She funded and was involved as a leader with the area 4H horse club, was actively involved with the St. Lawrence Figure Skating club and was known to area minor hockey players as "Ma Smith." An avid reader, Fran loved the Canton Free Library. With Bill, her loving husband and best friend of 60 years, she loved to travel and was devoted to her family. Surviving are her husband, Lindon "Bill" Smith of Canton; two daughters, Linda McKeown of Ithaca, NY and Rebecca Martusewicz of Ypsilanti, MI; three sons, Lindon "Billy" Smith of Canastota, NY, Jeff Smith of Helena, Montana, and Chris Smith of Canton; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Rexford of Canton; seven nieces and seven nephews. She was predeceased by a brother Clisson Brown and two sisters, Harriet Lorence and Jean McKibben; and two nephews. A Memorial Service will be held for friends and family on Saturday August 21st at 3:00 in the afternoon at Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. In lieu of flowers, the family desires memorial contributions to be sent to either the Canton Free Library, 6 Park Street, Canton, NY 13617; or to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Highway 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

Betty June Matthews, 79, formerly of 35 Riverside Drive, Canton, died on Feb 4, 2010 in Texas. The funeral will be August 14, 2010 at 1:00 PM, at the Madrid Cemetery.

Graveside services for Betty June Matthews, 79, formerly of 35 Riverside Drive and Centennial Terrace, Ogdensburg, who died February 4, 2010 at the Cornerstone Hospital in Austin , TX, will be held on Saturday, August 14th at 1:00 PM in Madrid Cemetery, Madrid, NY. Born June 26, 1930 in Lisbon, NY daughter of Hugh J. and Ida Mae (Griffin) Hunter she graduated Canton High School in 1947. On June 24, 1950 she married Ronald J. Matthews at the Russell United Methodist Church Parsonage with Rev. George M. Pilbeam as celebrant. Betty cared for her daughter who was afflicted with cerebral palsy until her death. She then worked at Hackett’s from 1983 to September 1995. She was a member of the Newcomb Fire Auxillary and the Ladies Auxillary of the VFW Edward C. Seymour Post 1231. She is survived by Kelly J. Noble and husband Michael of Nashua, NH; one brother and sister-in-law, Richard L. Hunter and wife Shirley of Canton; two grandchildren, Jessica Lynn Noble of Boston, MA and Aaron Michael Noble of Saratoga Springs, NY. She was predeceased by a daughter, Kim Leslie Matthews on January 31, 1983.

Denise Newman Paquette, 44, 2657 County Route 19, DeKalb Jct., died on August 5, 2010 at her home. The funeral will be August 9, 2010 at 10:30 AM, at the St. Marys Church, Canton.

Calling hours will be Sunday from 4-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Canton. Surviving are her mother, Joan J. Newman of Canton; six sisters and five brothers-in-law, Ellen R. Newman of Canton, Debra J. Harrigan and husband Daniel of Cato, Colleen L. Magnussen and husband Eric of Geneseo, Jacquelyn K. Peabody and husband Bruce of Brewerton, Kelly A. Burnham and husband Todd of Canton and Kimberly S. Newman and husband Michael Magurk of Newmarket, NH and numerous nieces and nephews. Born June 24, 1966 in Ogdensburg, NY a daughter of Joan (Jordan) Newman and the late Jack K. , she graduated Canton Central School in 1984. She later graduated from SUNY Canton with an A.A. degree in Business Administration. She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Club for 11 years. On October 10, 1992, she married Jeffrey L. Paquette at the Canton United Methodist Church with Rev. Suda Devendar as celebrant. Denise was most recently employed as Senior Account Clerk for Hermon-DeKalb Central School, starting in 2005. Previously she worked for KeyBank from 1986-2000 and Tamarak from 2000-2005. Some of her hobbies and interests included gardening, both vegetable and flower. She grew varieties of roses, including “Seven Sisters” Rose Bush. Denise had an interest in “theatre” and enjoyed going to Music Theatre North and she belonged to the Ogdensburg Command Performance. She enjoyed the outdoors, whether it was hiking, camping, 4-wheeling or spending time with her family at the North Branch of Stillwater Hunting Club. The family requests donations be made to the Jack K. Newman Memorial Fund at Canton-Potsdam Hospital, 50 Leroy Street, Potsdam, NY 13676, the American Heart Association, Northern Region, PO Box 155, Watertown, NY 13601 or to the Ogdensburg Command Performance, 1100 State Street, Ogdensburg, NY 13669.

Harry E. King, 90, 21 Pleasant Street, Canton, died on July 26, 2010 at United Helpers Maplewood Campus in Canton. The funeral will be July 29, 2010 at 12 Noon, at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton.

Calling hours will be Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton, where a Masonic Service will be held on Wednesday evening at 7:45 PM. Burial will be held privately in the Redwood Cemetery. Those desiring may send memorial contributions to: Harry E. King Scholarship, SUNY Canton College Foundation, Canton, NY or to the First Presbyterian Church of Canton, 17 Park, Canton, NY or United Helpers Maplewood Campus, State Street, Canton, NY 13617. Surviving are three daughters, JoAnne Danehy and husband James, Barbara King and Martha MacArthur and husband Peter all of Canton; four grandchildren, Timothy Danehy, Deborah Lyndaker and husband Jeff and Samantha and Shane MacArthur; three great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Nathan and Zachary Lyndaker all of Canton; two brothers, Vernon King and wife Louise of VA and Jay King and wife Audrey of FL; two nieces and four nephews. Predeceased by a sister Marion Sylvester and an infant sister and brother. Born February 22, 1920 in Redwood, NY, son of Albert L. and Mina (Herrick) King, he graduated Redwood High School with a Regents Degree in 1936. In 1940 he received an A.A. degree from Canton A.T.I., in 1944 a B.S. degree from Oswego State and in 1959 his Master’s in Education for St. Lawrence University. In 1962 and 1964 Harry completed graduate work at the University of Houston. On June 28, 1943, he married Wilda “Willie” Barton at the home of her parents 1016 State Street, Ogdensburg with the Rev. Arthur E. Kelley, pastor First Baptist Church, Ogdensburg, as celebrant. “Willie” passed away August 2008. From 1940-46 he worked for George H. Hyde Co. in Ogdensburg. In 1946 Harry was the first person hired to develop and teach the Air Conditioning Engineer Technology program at SUNY Canton, where he also organized and supervised a Student Chapter of ASHRAE in 1978 and was the Alumni President from 1952-1971. From 1955-1986 he worked part-time as a designer of heating and air conditioning systems for local consulting engineers. The HVAC at SUNY was named in his honor in June 2008. He was a member of the NY State Assoc of Colleges from 1955-1983, American Society for Engineering Education from 1960-83 and NY State Engineering Technology Assoc. from 1970-83. Harry was a 65 year member of the St. Lawrence Lodge 111 F & A.M., where he served as Past Master, Past District Deputy Grand Master and Secretary from 1978-1991. He was also a member of First Presbyterian Church of Canton, where he served as an elder, a deacon and was a choir member for 33 years. Harry first joined the church in 1957 also serving as a lay minister for Crary Mills and Beech Plains Presbyterian Churches and was a Past Trustee for Presbytery of NY for 8 years. Harry was an active member of the Barber Shoppers for over 35 years starting in 1963 and a member of the 10 O’clock Coffee Club at the Cascade. He also was a Past President and member of the Canton Central School Board, Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals (Canton) for 10 years, as well as, on the Board of Directors for United Helpers Nursing Home and more recently on the Planning Committee for United Helpers Maplewood Campus in Canton. Harry was honored for being a 25 year member and supporter of United Helpers. The couple thoroughly enjoyed summering at the family Camp on the St. Lawrence River and caring for and spending time with their close knit family. Harry was an avid card player, cook and gardener. One year he supplied sweet corn to A&P Store in Canton from his large garden on Pleasant Street.

Miss Thelma L. Rodee, 85, formerly of 37 Riverside Drive, Canton, died on July 8, 2010 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be July 16th at 11:00 AM, at the Brick Chapel Church.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 6-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Brick Chapel Cemetery Association c/o Janet Favro, 146 Barnes Road, Canton, NY 13617 or to United Helpers Maplewood Campus, State Street, Canton, NY attn: Activities Fund. Surviving are her sisters, Jessie Manetta of St. James, NY, Barbara Laspina and husband Peter of West Palm Beach, FL, Elaine Nelson of Trumensburg, NY, Phyllis Varco of Hopewell Jct. and Janet Cook and husband Clark of Vestle, NY; two brothers, Bernard Rodee and wife Helen of Kalamazoo, MI and William Rodee and wife Marilyn of Canton, NY and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Marie Zeh and her twin Melba. Born April 23, 1925 in Canton, NY, daughter of Bernard and Etta (Aldous) Rodee, she attended Canton Schools. She was a caregiver to her Mother and her Uncle. Thelma was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Empire Chapter #68, where she held various positions. She was also a member of Brick Chapel Ladies Aid and the First Presbyterian Church of Canton, where she served as a deacon.

Rebecca Bowman, 79, Fairlane Drive, Canton, died Mechanicsburg, PA. The funeral will be July 1 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Canton— Rebecca “Becky” Bowman, 79, of Fairlane Drive died Sunday June 27 in Mechanicsburg, PA. She is survived by her husband, Maynard L. Bowman; two daughters: Nancy Boyer of Conway, NH and Mary Popovich of Skaneateles, NY, a son and daughter in law, Michael and Jean Bowman of Mechanicsburg, PA, a brother, John Oliver III of Ft. Myers, FL; 7 grandchildren, two nieces and three nephews. Rebecca was born in Mt. Holly, NJ, the daughter of John and Dorothy Watson Oliver. She graduated from Canton Central School in 1948, from St. Lawrence University in 1952 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, and from Potsdam State College in 1958 with a Master’s Degree in Education. She had been a Kindergarten and First Grade teacher on Long Island, in Lockport, NY and Potsdam, NY, retiring from there in 1987. Mr. and Mrs. Bowman were married July 3, 1954 at Gunnison Chapel on the campus of St. Lawrence University. Becky was a member of the NY Teachers Association, the Canton Garden Club, the First Presbyterian Church of Canton, St. Lawrence Golf and Country Club, Heritage Ridge Golf Club, and the E.J. Noble Hospital Guild. The football field at Canton Central School is named for her father, John Oliver. She was an avid gardener and golfer. Visiting hours will be Wednesday, June 30 at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton, from 2:00 until 4:00 and from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 1 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home, with the Rev. Michael Catanzaro officiating. Burial will be at a later date at Fairview Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions in her memory to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Ronald E. McEathron, Sr., 61, 49 W. Main Street, Canton, died on June 17, 2010 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be June 21, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the East Riverside Cemetery in Gouverneur.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, June 21st at 11:00 AM in the East Riverside Cemetery, Grove Street, Gouverneur with Military Honors provided by the VFW Post 1230, Canton, NY. Calling hours will be Sunday from 6-8 pm at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Family c/o Lawrence Funeral Home, 21 Park Street, Canton, NY or to the VFW, Post 1230, 34 Gouverneur Street, Canton 13617. Surviving are his children, Lisa Wright and husband Donald of Lisbon, Jennie McEathron and fiancé Wm. Harper of Gloucester,VA and Ronald, Jr. and his companion, Candice Hirsch of Munnsville, NY; six grandchildren, Marissa, Ronald Thomas, Madeline, Zachary, Delilah and Calleigh, a brother-in-law, Francis Pike of Russell and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, “Carmie” Pike. Born May 4, 1949 in Tahawus, NY son of Frederick and Gertrude (High) McEathron he attended Gouverneur High School. A marriage to Judith Simmons ended in divorce. Ron was a veteran of the US Army serving from 1968-72. He received a Purple Heart while serving a tour in Vietnam (68-69).

Randy Robert TREY Todd, III, 5m, South Street, Brasher Falls, died on June 12, 2010 at Fletcher Allen Health Care Center i Burlington. The funeral will be June 17, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the Fairview Cemetery.

Master Randy Robert “Trey” Todd, III, infant son of Randy R., II and Beth (Goolden) Todd (Brasher Falls, NY)died Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Fletcher-Allen Health Care Center in Burlington, VT. “Trey” was born January 4, 2010. In addition to his parents he is survived by his twin sister, Stella Angeline Todd; maternal grandparents, Larry and Diana Goolden of Canton; paternal grandmother, Tina Todd of Brasher; maternal great-grandfather, Glen Cutway and companion Ann Sawyer of Potsdam; and a number of aunts and uncles. A Graveside service and burial will be held on Thursday, June 17, 2010 at 11:00 AM in Fairview Cemetery, Miner Street, Canton with Revs. Jim & Lauren Scuman officiating. Calling hours will be from Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. The family has requested memorial donations to the March of Dimes, 5 Adler Drive, East Syracuse, NY 13057 Attn: Hainni Kmetz. For additional information and photos regarding “Trey” please visit the twins blog site: toddtwins.blogspot.com

Beulah M. Frank, 84, County Route 310, Canton, died on June 3, 2010 at her home in Canton. The funeral will be June 7, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the Grace Episcopal Church.

A Requiem Mass will be Monday, June 7th at 11:00 AM at Grace Episcopal Church in Canton with Mother Evette Austin as celebrant. Calling hours will be Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canton. The Family requests memorial contributions be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, Inc., 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Surviving are her husband Lallo Frank of Canton; four sons and daughters-in-law, Joseph & Jane, Thomas & Pam, Michael & Janyce and Randy & Lisa, all of Canton; a daughter, Cindy Sheridan of Canton; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one sister Nellie Lobdell of Canton and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Frances Neragin and three brothers Harold, John and Guy Cotter. Born September 28, 1925 in Canton, NY daughter of John and Daisey May (Emmons) Cotter, she attended Canton Schools. On January 1, 1947, she married Lallo Frank at the St. Mary’s Rectory, Canton. Mrs. Frank worked for Newberry’s Dept. Store in Canton in the 1940’s and later for Band Box Cleaners, which she and her husband owned until 1995.

Howard A. Shorette, 85, formerly of County Route 21, Canton, died on May 27, 2010 at St. Regis Nursing Home in Massena. The funeral will be June 1, 2010, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Howard A. Shorette, 85, formerly of County Route 21, died Thursday, May 27, 2010 at St. Regis Nursing Home, Massena, where he was a resident since October 2009. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 1st at 7:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Mother Evette Austin officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 6:00-7:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be private in Crary Mills Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those desiring may send memorial contributions: In Memory of Howard & Anabel Shorette to Canton Fire & Rescue, 77 Riverside Drive, Canton, NY 13617. Surviving are five sons and three daughters-in-law, Ernest and JoAnn of NC, Ivan of NC, “Bill” and Colleen Dennis of Canton, “Chip” of Tupper Lake and Wade and Jessica of Potsdam; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Born October 14, 1925 in Brushton, NY, son of Hubert J. and Marion (Clark) Shorette he attended Malone Schools. On October 12, 1947 he married Anabel Dennis at the home of his parent’s in Malone, NY. Anabel died July 17, 2007. Howard worked for Jones & Laughlin Steel Corp. in Star Lake, NY from 1952-1979. He was known for and enjoyed working as a “shoe cobbler” and also cleaning for several businesses in the area

Elizabeth V. Santimaw, 90, 35 Riverside Drive, Canton, died on May 26, 2010 at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, Plattsburgh. The funeral will be Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Elizabeth “Liz” V. Santimaw, 90, of 35 Riverside Drive, died May 26, 2010 at Champlain Valley Physician’s Hospital in Plattsburgh. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 29th at 11:00 a.m. at the Lawrence Funeral Home in Canton, with Rev. Mother Evette Austin officiating. Calling hours will be Friday May 28th at the funeral home from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday morning from 10-11:00 AM. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Episcopal Church, 9 E. Main Street, Canton, NY 13617 attn: Restoration Fund. She is survived by her children Alice, Doris, Marcia and Bob and wife Gail; 22 grandchildren; a sister Ruth Hance and husband Mahlon; 35 great-grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sons Paul and Jim Santimaw. Born June 7, 1919 in the Town of Oswegatchie, NY, daughter of Mynard Henry Preston and Florence Pearl Lawrence Preston, she graduated from Canton High School in the mid 1930’s. On June 22, 1937 she married Theodore Lash in Massena, NY. The marriage ended in divorce. On November 4, 1938, she married Edward G. Santimaw in the Town of Fine, NY. Mr. Santimaw died November 13, 1959. The couple owned and operated “Ed’s Market” on Miner Street, Canton for 27 years. Many kids of the time would stop to buy “penny candy”. She also worked at Canton Bakery for a number of years. “Liz” was a member of Grace Episcopal Church and Senior Citizens Club in Canton. She also enjoyed playing cards and cooking. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Olive Bascom, 90, formerly of Miner Street, Canton, died on May 12, 2010 at Blossom Health Care Facility, Rochester. The funeral will be May 18, 2010 at 11:15 am, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Funeral services for Mrs. Olive C. Bascom, 90, formerly of Miner Street Road, Canton will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 11:15 am from the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton, with Rev. Tom Jones, Pastor, Canton U.M. Church officiating. Calling hours will be held Tuesday from 10 to 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Richard E. Winters Cancer Treatment Center, 3 Lyons Place, Ogdensburg, NY 13669 or to the Agarwal Renal Center, 124 Ford Avenue, Ogdensburg, NY 13669. Mrs. Bascom died May 12, 2010 at Blossom Health Care Facility, Rochester, NY, where she was a resident since June 2009. Surviving are her son Joseph M. Bascom, Pittsford; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one niece and two nephews. She was predeceased by a son William C. (1998), three brothers, Willard, Horace and Glen and one sister Eleanor. Born April 10, 1920 in the family home in Canton, daughter of William and Ruth (England) Robinson, she graduated Canton High School in 1938. On June 8, 1940 she married Winfred “Joe” Bascom at the Grace Episcopal Church in Canton with Rev. N. Laselliis Ward as celebrant. After high school, Olive worked for Home Bureau for 1 ½ years, for ALCOA for a year and for a year at Bendetos Grocery Store in Pyrites. In 1954 she joined her husband and went into the oil and plumbing business, retiring in 1970.

Harriet Simmons, 84, 130 Childs Road, Rensselaer Falls, died on May 2, 2010 at United Helpers Maplewood Campus in Canton. The funeral will be May 7, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Harriet Simmons, 84, of 130 Childs Road, Rensselaer Falls, died Sunday, May 2, 2010 at United Helpers Maplewood Campus. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 7, 2010 at 11:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with John Kashorek, Minister and Hospice Chaplain. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, May 6, 2010 from 7 to 9 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ladies Aide at Kendrew Church, c/o Jean Childs, 520 Old State Road, Rensselaer Falls, NY 13680 or to the Kendrew Grange, c/o 129 Childs Road, Rensselaer Falls. Surviving are one son, Richard Simmons and wife Mary of Rensselaer Falls; two daughters, Amy Denesha and husband Ken of Silver Springs, FL and Sally Hunkins and husband Charles of Hermon; brothers, Vincent Fenton and wife Eva and Richard Fenton and wife Emily; sisters, Julia O’Shea, Irene O’Shea, Emma Fifield and fiance Keith Tyler and Marie Walsh; six grandchildren, Mike and Martina Simmons, Steve and Jennifer Simmons, Trish Fuller and Chad Hunkins; six great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a son Raymond, two brothers, Glen and Paul Fenton and three sisters, Blanche Weir, Olive Boyd and Ella Lincoln. Born November 24, 1925 in Edwards, NY daughter of Luke A. and Celia M. (Peabody) Fenton she attended Edwards School leaving due to Rheumatic Fever in the eleventh grade. On July 16, 1946, she married Schuyler A. Simmons in Heuvelton. Mr. Simmons died April 26, 1987. In 1950 the couple moved to the family dairy farm. In 1966 Harriet worked as a domestic for Ward Willard for ten years and also for Charlotte Wallace in Heuvelton. She was a member of the Kendrew Grange and the Kendrew Ladies Aide of the Kendrew Methodist Church. She also enjoyed sewing quilts, making dinners, baking pies and playing cards with her grandchildren.

Leonard St. Onge, 65, Clare, NY, died on April 21, 2010 at Fletcher Allen Health Care Center in Burlington, VT. The funeral will be held privately, at the a convenient time and place.

Leonard “Lenny” St. Onge, 65, of Clare, died at Fletcher-Allen Health Care Center in Burlington, VT after being stricken at his home earlier in the week. Born July 25, 1944 in Putnam, CT a son of the late Joseph A. and Fabiola (Sponcey) St. Onge he graduated St. Mary’s Grammar School and Putnam High School class of 1962. He was also a member of the Pomfret Congregational Church in CT. On July 23, 1965 he married Karlene Colburn at the home of her parents in Woodstock, CT. “Lenny” started work, while in high school, for Weiss Market, where he became assistant manager. He later went to work for Rocky Hill Pluming as an apprentice for two years and then he worked for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft as a vertical turret lathe operator, retiring in 1992 after becoming disabled due to health in 1990. The family moved from Pomfret Center, CT to New York in the spring of 1993. Lenny enjoyed walking, snow-shoeing, canoeing and taking photos of wildlife, especially the eagles of CT and NY. He also enjoyed working in his yard, driving his tractor and playing cards with Allan and Charlotte Peabody of Clare. When he was younger he enjoyed his train sets. He is survived by his loving wife Karlene of Clare, his children, Edward J. and wife Karen of E. Hartford, CT, Donald P. and wife Tina of Cape Vincent, NY and Katherine Griffin and husband Jeffrey of Bozrah, CT; four grandchildren, Jamie and Nicholas St. Onge of Cape Vincent and Rachel and Madison Griffin of Bozrah; and a brother, J. Lawrence St. Onge of Buzzards Bay, MA. A private gathering will be held in NY at the convenience of the family and a memorial service is being planned in CT. The Family desires memorial contributions go to the Degrasse, Clare, South Russell Rescue Squad. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton.

Ruth A. LaPointe, 85, 21 Pine Street, Canton, died on March 27, 2010 at her home in Canton. The funeral will be March 29, 2010, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Ruth A. LaPointe, 85, of 21 Pine Street, died Saturday, March 27, 2010 at her home while under the care of her nieces and Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley. Born March 3, 1925, in Pyrites, NY daughter of Richard F. and Merle A. (Dempsey) Fadden, she graduated Potsdam High School and in 1953 from State University Teachers College, Potsdam with a degree in elementary education. She furthered her education receiving her Master’s Degree from the University of Vermont in 1975. On September 4, 1942 she married John LaPointe in Canton. Mr. LaPointe died in 1944 during WWII. Ruth was first employed as an elementary teacher at Knox Memorial in Russell, NY. She later took the position of middle school librarian for Canton Central School, retiring in 1983. She was a member of the Daughters of the Revolution (DAR) where she held numerous positions and was a Regent. She was also a historian and enjoyed researching and writing about the North Country, especially Pyrites. Ruth also enjoyed seeing her former students and hearing about there lives. When she was younger she enjoyed traveling to the New England states and the Carolinas. Ruth was predeceased by her three brothers, Richard, Roger and Martin. She will be fondly remembered by seven nieces and two nephews. Following the wishes of Aunt Ruth, a private funeral service will be held at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with burial in the Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam April. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.

Gary Harold Larock, 51, 149 Rice Road, DeKalb Jct, died on March 16, 2010 at his home. The funeral will be March 19, 2010 at 10:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Gary Harold Larock, 51, of Rice Road, died Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family and Hospice and Palliative Care. Born March 13, 1959 in Canton, NY son of Harold Sylvester and Geraldine Margaret (Rose) Larock of Lisbon, he graduated Lisbon Central School in 1977. He also received welding certification from BOCES. Gary served with pride for 14 ½ years as a truck driver for the NYS Dept of Transportation in Potsdam until his illness. Working since the age of 15, Gary never lacked the ability or motivation to work and has been continuously employed throughout St. Lawrence County. He was an avid Harley Davidson enthusiast and enjoyed riding with his numerous friends. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting and watching NASCAR races. Gary also enjoyed every minute with his Grandson. Surviving in addition to his parents are his children, Harold Gary Larock and wife Lindsey Jean of Lisbon and Maryjane Marie Larock and companion Nathan Havens of Lisbon; his significant other, Donna Mouthorp of DeKalb Jct.; one brother, William Joseph Larock of Lisbon; a sister, Janice Margaret Sexton and husband Michael of Potsdam; one grandson, Seth Karl Larock of Lisbon; a niece, Michelle Sexton Seiler of Chicago, IL; two nephews, John Sexton of Potsdam and Christopher Larock of Lisbon; and a special friend, Jordan Mouthorp of DeKalb Jct. Funeral services will be Friday, March 19th at 10:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Lay Minister Morris LaFaver. Calling hours will be Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Pleasant Mound Cemetery, Colton. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Gary donated out of every paycheck.

Doris Merkley Leonard, 93, formerly of Judson Street Road, Canton, died on February 10, 2010 at United Helpers Canton Maple Wood Campus. The funeral will be February 13, 2010 at 12:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Doris Merkley Leonard, 93, formerly of Judson Street Road, died Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at the United Helpers Canton Maplewood Campus where she was a resident since 2004. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 13th at 12:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev.William Hart officiating. Calling hours will be Saturday from 11:00 to Noon at the funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions to the Potsdam Humane Society - 17 Madrid Ave., Potsdam, NY 13676 . Surviving are her step-children, Avis Exelby of Fabius, Allien LaPierre of North Syracuse, Donald Leonard of Canton and Vernon Leonard of NC; eight grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a step granddaughter, Julie Leonard. Born February 29, 1916 in Russell, NY, she was the daughter of Edwin J. and Lillian (Graves) Merkley. On June 28, 1962, she married Elmer Leonard at the Methodist Church in Tupper Lake. Mr. Leonard died October 2000. She later worked with Elmer on the family dairy farm until the 1970’s. In the 50’s and 60’s she worked as a cook for the St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility. Doris was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Canton and enjoyed taking in boarders usually hockey players, when she lived on Mechanics Street. She also enjoyed her numerous cats and dogs and feeding the birds.

Ursula M. Pahler, 79, formerly of Potsdam, died on January 31, 2010 at United Helpers Maplewood Campus in Canton. The funeral will be February 16, 2010 at 10:00 AM, at the St. Marys Church in Potsdam.

Ursula M. Pahler, 79, formerly of Potsdam, died Jan 31, 2010 at United Helpers Canton Maplewood Campus. Born February 24, 1930, at Haus Lohe, Germany daughter of Karl and Anne (Vethacke) Eilinghoff she was schooled in Germany. On August 10, 1950 she married Werner F. Pahler in Westonnen, Germany and in 1953 the family immigrated to Potsdam, NY. Mr. Pahler was co-owner of Pahler Meat Packing and died October 21, 2005. Surviving ar her two children and spouses, Jochem and Debbie Pahler of Potsdam and Monika Doherty and husband John of Kennewick, WA; five grandchildren, Krista Pahler and fiancé Terry Francis, Eric Pahler and wife Jaime, Sean and Kieran Doherty and Brian Pahler; and two great-grandchildren, Austin and Ava Grace Pahler. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her son Werner, Jr., who died Nov 4, 1981. She was a member of the Women’s Republican Party in the early to mid 60’s. She was also a communicant of St. Mary’s Church, Potsdam where she sang in the choir. Ursula was a stay at home Mom who thoroughly enjoyed her family and friends, gardening, cooking and she was an extraordinary baker. She was also an excellent singer and enjoyed music; she could also whistle often times mimicking wild birds. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, February 16th at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Church in Potsdam with Monsignor Harry Snow as celebrant. The family will receive friends on Monday from 6-8 pm at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions to Alzheimer’s Assoc, 441 West Kirkpatrick Street, Syracuse, NY 13204.

Donald A. Doig, 74, 274 Schoolhouse Road, Canton, died on February 2, 2010 at his home. The funeral will be February 6, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Donald A. Doig, 74, of Schoolhouse Road, died February 2, 2010, at his home while under the care of his wife and Hospice and Palliative Care. Don was born August 29, 1935, in Cooperstown, the oldest son of Arthur B. and Gladys Benson Doig. He graduated from Worcester Central School and SUNY Cobleskill. On June 28, 1959, he married Donna Wessels in Binghamton, NY. He came to Canton in 1961 as the assistant manager of the Grasse River GLF, worked as a salesman for LeBerge & Curtis, Inc. and finished his career in agribusiness as the manager of the Canton branch of Farm Credit. He then started a Gallagher Fencing business, and raised sheep, horses and Belted Galloway cattle. He was a member of Canton Fire and Rescue, past president of the Canton Jaycees, served on the Board of Directors of the Cooperative Extension, was chair person of the Black River-St. Lawrence Resource Conservation & Development, served on the Ag Advisory Committee at SUNY Canton, and worked for the establishment of an agricultural museum, which has evolved into the St. Lawrence Power and Equipment Museum in Madrid, NY. Don is survived by his wife of 50 years, Donna Doig; a daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Martin Carpenter of Baldwinsville, NY; a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Shari Doig of Durhamville, NY; six grandchildren, Andrew and Leah Carpenter and Philip, Mariah, Karli and Taylir Doig; a brother and sister-in-law, William and Ruby Doig of Williamsburg, VA; a brother, David of Savannah, NY; several cousins and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by an infant sister, Elizabeth Anne Doig. Funeral will be Saturday, February 6th at 11:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Michael P. Catanzaro officiating. Calling hours will be Friday, from 3-5 and 7-9 PM. A spring interment will take place in Worcester, NY at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy, Potsdam, NY 13676, American Heart Association, 17 Technology Place, East Syracuse, 13057, St. Lawrence Power and Equipment Museum, P.O. Box 400, Madrid 13660-0400 and/ or the Canton First Presbyterian Church Endowment Fund, 17 Park Street, Canton, 13617.

Hollis C. Shelmidine, 77, County Route 27, Canton, died on February 2, 2010 at his home. The funeral will be February 5, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the St. Marys Church.

Hollis C. Shelmidine, 77, of County Route 27, died February 2, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family and Hospice and Palliative Care. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, February 5th at 11:00 AM at St. Mary’s Church, Canton with Rev. Douglas Lucia as celebrant. Calling hours will be Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be held in the Spring in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canton. Memorial contributions to St. Mary’s Church, 66 Court Street, Canton 13617, Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam 13676 or to the Richard E. Winters Cancer Treatment Ctr, 3 Lyons Place, Ogdensburg 13690. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Carolyn; one son and daughter-in-law, Gregory J. and Elizabeth Shelmidine of Albuquerque, NM, three daughters and two sons-in-law, Lori Anne and Kim Worm of Red Hook, NY, Kate Marie and Johny Enright of Colorado Springs, CO and Nanci Lynn Tichbourne and John Jacobson of Bloomsburg, PA; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Alan Roger and Judy Shelmidine of Massena, NY, Larry J. and Hope Shelmidine of Port Angeles, WA; one sister, Sue Ann Shelmidine of Mission Viejo, CA; seven grandchildren, Tony, Joe and Caitlin Worm, Sunny and Elyse Shelmidine and Sean and Kaitlyn Enright; and several nieces and nephews. Born December 25, 1932 in Lorraine, NY son of Hollis C., Sr. and Ruth (Thomas) Shelmidine he graduated Adams High School in 1951, later from Canton A.T.I. in 1954, he then served in the US Navy for two years before finishing his schooling earning his Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from Clarkson College of Technology in 1960. On November 3, 1956, he married Carolyn Joan Wilder at St. Cecilia Church in Adams with Rev. Harold McCabe as celebrant. After graduating from Clarkson he worked at Sylvania in Buffalo for seven years. In 1967 the family moved to Canton where Hollis worked at Corning Glass Works as a Process Engineer. Then in 1976 he worked for a short-time for KRAFT Foods and eventually retired from St. Lawrence University in 1994. Hollis was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church, Canton and a life member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. He also enjoyed wood working and being in the outdoors. He will also be remembered as a huge Star Trek fan.

Lawrence W. Seguin, 59, Cold Spring Road, Lisbon, died on January 20, 2010 at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg. The funeral will be January 23, 2010 at 7:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Lawrence Wesley Seguin, 59, of Cold Spring Road, died January 20, 2010 at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg. He was a native of Lisbon. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 23rd at 7:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Larry Smith officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 6-7 PM. The NYS Military Forces Honor Guard from Ft. Drum will provide modified honors. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made to The Lisbon Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 160, Lisbon, NY 13658. Surviving are his wife Kathy Seguin; a son Shawn of Okinawa, Japan and a daughter Samantha of Gouverneur; three sisters, Bonnie Roy of Ogdensburg, Edna Guck and husband Tim of Spring Hill, FL and Cindy Carr of Lisbon; three grandchildren, Jake and Jessica Marshall and HanaChan Seguin and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and a grandson Heath Buazard. Born October 17, 1950 in Ogdensburg, son of Bessie Dennis Seguin and the late John “Jack” Seguin of Lisbon, he graduated Lisbon High School in 1968. Lawrence was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the US Army from July 1968 to February 1971. He is a member of the American Legion, Lisbon and the Nebin Memorial Church in Lisbon.

John F. Jack Moon, 61, 37 Riverside Drive, Canton, died on January 2, 2010 at his home. The funeral will be January 7, 2010 at 12 Noon, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

John F. “Jack” Moon, 61 , of 37 Riverside Drive, died unexpectedly at his home on January 2, 2010. A prayer service will be held on Thursday, January 7, 2010 at 12 Noon at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Deacon James Snell, St. Mary’s Church, officiating. Calling hours will be from 11:00 to the time of service at the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Jerusalem Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of St. Lawrence Hockey, PO Box 207, Canton, NY 13617. Surviving are four sisters, Suzanne Casaday of Canton, Mary E. Barnes of Salem, AL, Jennifer K. Ashley and husband Charles of Canton and Karen L. Moon of Opelika, AL. Born May 20, 1948 in Potsdam, NY a son of the late John Wm. and the late Irene Moon. He graduated Hermon-DeKalb High School in 1966. He later joined the US Air Force where he served for 14 years receiving the rank of Staff Sgt. Upon his honorable discharge on Nov 13, 1973, he moved from Montana to the Dallas-Fort Worth area where he played the drums for local bands and also worked as a locksmith. He later moved to Alabama in 1998 before moving back to Canton in 2003. “Jack” enjoyed attending St. Lawrence University Hockey games as well as building and collecting model planes.

Margaret J. Wallace Halloran, 85, formerly of Hoosick St, Troy, NY, died on Dec 31, 2009 at United Helpers Canton Nursing Home. The funeral will be January 6, 2010 at 12 Noon, at the Our Lady of Victory in Troy.

Margaret J. Wallace Halloran, 85, formerly of Hoosick St., Troy, NY, died December 31, 2009 at the United Helpers Canton Nursing Home where she had been a resident since March 2008. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, January 6th at 12 Noon from Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in Troy. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior. Burial will be in St. Agnes Cemetery in Cohoes, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to Mohawk – Hudson River Humane Society, Menands, NY. Surviving are her children, Ellen Maria Halloran of New York City and Owen and Jo-Ann Halloran of Canton, NY; four grandchildren, Sarah of Salem, MA, Owen of Baltimore, MD, Joseph of Orange County, CA and Michael of Boston, MA.; and one great-granddaughter, Kate Halloran. She was predeceased by an infant daughter, Kathleen, who died in 1952. Born July 14, 1924 in Cohoes, NY, daughter of James and Helena (Soper) Wallace she graduated from Cohoes High School in 1941. A marriage to William J. Halloran ended in divorce. In the 1940’s she was employed as a telephone operator for NY Telephone Company. After raising her children she became a child care worker at Vanderheyden Hall in Troy from 1971-1991. She was a resident of Troy from 1959-2008. Mrs. Halloran was a known animal lover and was especially fond of her dog “Charlie” (who survives her). Her concern for the humane treatment of animals was behind her decision to become a vegetarian in 1990. Descended from two well-respected newspapermen in upstate New York, her grandfather Michael B. Wallace, and her father James, she was an avid reader of European and American literature and the daily newspapers; reading them from cover to cover she often clipped articles of interest for her children and friends. She also enjoyed traveling and antiques.

Laurence MacDonald, 87, 320 Selleck Road, Pierrepont, died on Dec 14, 2009 in Floral City, FL. The funeral will be a special time at a special date, at the Beech Plains Cemetery, West Pierrepont.

Spring burial services for Laurence MacDonald, 87, of 320 Selleck Road, will be held in the Beech Plains Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Mr. MacDonald died December 14, 2009 in Floral City, FL. Born Feb 4, 1922 in Canton, NY a son of Alford and Marion (Lavine) MacDonald he graduated Canton High School at the age of 15. He later attended George Hall Trade School in Ogdensburg. He served in the Civilian Conservation Core where he helped improve various State Parks and landscaped the campus at Paul Smith’s College. Mr. MacDonald served his country as a merchant marine during WWII and later became a member of the VFW Post 1231 Canton. He worked at ALCOA for 42 years as an electrician retiring in 1982. Surviving are his wife, Lorrainechildren, Gary MacDonald of Winthrop, Sharon Bean of Victor, NY, Stephen and Patricia MacDonald of St. Augustine, FL, Jeffrey and Debra MacDonald of Millbrook, NY, Glenna and Gerald Beaulieu of Canton, Rhonda and Terrance Robert of Canton, Marion and Dennis Beaulieu of Churchville, NY, Marla MacDonald and Companion Scott Hayes of Tazwell, VA, Lawrence MacDonald, Jr. of Corpus Christy, TX and Douglas MacDonald and companion Michelle Murphy of Canton; a brother, Ronald MacDonald of Brushton, NY; two sisters, Natalie and Bernard Marrin and Jean Pistritto of Lady Lake, FL; 32 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and several great great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, David; two grandchildren; sisters, Earlyn Barnaba and Beryl Gratto and brothers, Lloyd and Raymond.

Helen Phalen, 101, Partridge Knoll, Canton, died Highland Nursing Home, Massena. The funeral will be December 26, 2009 at 12:00 noon, at the Grace Episcopal Church, Canton.

Canton— Helen Vianna Fowler Phalen, 101, formerly of Partridge Knoll, Canton died Monday, December 21, 2009 at the Highland Nursing Home, Massena where she was a resident since November 23rd. A Requiem Mass will be held on Saturday, December 26th at the Grace Episcopal Church, Main Street, Canton at 12 Noon with Mother Evette Austin as celebrant. Calling hours will be held Saturday morning, 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Norwood in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Episcopal Church Building Fund 9 E. Main Street, Canton, New York 13617 Among her survivors are her granddaughters, Elizabeth “Betsy” Klein of Norwood, Susan Holland and husband James of Thomasville, GA and Emily Lynch of Framingham, Mass; three step-grandchildren, Gerald E. Patterson and wife Elizabeth of Potsdam, Ian Patterson of Peru, NY and Kevin Patterson of San Francisco, CA; a daughter-in-law, Laura Patterson of Norwood; seven great-grandchildren, Stacy Klein of Alexandria, VA, Jennifer Lynch of Framingham, Mass, Isiah Patterson of Potsdam, Xavier Patterson of Potsdam, “Jamie” Holland of Thomasville, GA, Christopher Holland of Thomasville, GA and Colleen Holland of Soundbeach, Long Island, NY; a niece, Julie Moschola of Clifton, CO and a nephew, Peter Phalen of Watertown, NY. Predeceasing is a son Dean, who died in 1966. Born May 23, 1908, in Henderson, NY she was the daughter of John H. and Anita Sophia (Shearer) Fowler, she graduated Watertown High School in 1925. On April 19, 1926, she married Merrill Thomas Phalen at the Church of the Redeemer in Watertown with Rev. Wm. Courage as celebrant. Mr. Phalen died November 8, 1969. During World War II, Mrs. Phalen and her husband ran the Hotel Harrington in Canton Mrs. Phalen was a Republican Election Commissioner for St. Lawrence County for 22 years, where she served as president of the Election Commissioners Association of the State of New York when she retired. In 1990, Mrs. Phalen was cited the Outstanding Commissioner of the State of New York. She had previously been Assistant Deputy Sheriff under Sheriffs Henry Denner, Ceylon “Lefty” Allen and Keith Knowlton. She served as Chairman of the Canton Town Republican Party and was honored as being the first recipient of the Betsy Kaplan Award in 2004 for service to voters of St. Lawrence County. Mrs. Phalen was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church and had served on the vestry and a clerk of the board, also serving on the Diocesan Board of Albany and as a delegate to Triennial and Provincial Conferences. She was a member of organizations including Canton Garden Club, Potsdam Area Zonta Club, and the Duplicate Bridge Club of Canton. She was considered a “Master” Bridge Player. Mrs. Phalen enjoyed her flower and vegetable gardens, traveling whether home or abroad and reading, going to the library and spending time at her camp at the St. Lawrence River in Red Mills, NY. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Lisa Marie Peacock, 41, Tallman Road, Canton, died December 18, 2009 at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center. The funeral will be December 23 at 2:00 PM, at the First Presbyterian Church, Park Street Canton.

Canton—Lisa M. Peacock, 41 of 6 Tallman Road in Canton died unexpectedly on Dec. 18,2009 at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center. A memorial Service will be held Wednesday, Dec. 23rd, at 2:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Canton, with Rev. Michael P. Catanzaro officiating. Contributions may be made in her memory to The First Presbyterian Church, Park Place, Canton, N.Y. 13617 or The Claxton-Hepburn Foundation, King Street, Ogdensburg, N.Y.13669 Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Norwood in the Spring. Surviving are her husband Matthew, of Canton, 5 daughters Ashley Elliott, Katie Dawley, Emily Dawley, Amanda Peacock and Maria Peacock all of Canton, Her parents Terry and Kathy Todd, Canton, a brother Justin Todd, Potsdam, a sister and brother-in-law Lindsey and Eric White, Canton, a granddaughter, Madelyn Varney, Canton and her mother-in-law Jane Peacock, Norwood. Mrs. Peacock was born February 18, 1968 in Buffalo, New York the daughter of Terry and Kathleen Ann Goolden Todd. She graduated from Canton High School in 1986 and went on to graduate from SUNY Canton in 1991 with an Associates Degree in Nursing. Mrs. Peacock worked as a registered nurse at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center for nearly 20 years and also as a traveling R.N. for 2 years. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Canton and enjoyed horseback riding, flying with her husband Matt in his plane. She also enjoyed running marathons, having completed 22 and was attempting to complete one in each state. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Robert D. White, Jr, 70, County Route 27, died at home. The funeral will be December 5, 2009 at 11:30 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Canton— Robert D. White, Jr. 70, of County Route 27, died peacefully at his home on Wednesday, December 2. He was born in Hadley, NY, the son of Robert D. and Marion Burnham White. He graduated fromLuzerne Hadley Central School. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Barbara Kubis White, originally of Cooperstown, NY. Two daughters and sons-in-law: Katherine and Andrew Palladino of Greenville, NY and Karen and Lloyd Mori of Hilo, Hawaii; a brother and sister-in-law Richard and Elizabeth White of Queensbury, NY; 2 grandchildren, a step grandchild and a great grandchild. He attended SUNY School of Forestry at Syracuse University, receiving a Bachelors Degree in 1963. He worked in Forestry Management with Diamond International, Inc. of Ogdensburg for 27 years and then as St. Lawrence County Forester for 10 years, retiring in 2003. He was a member of the Society of American Foresters, the NYS Forest Practice Board, and the Black River/St. Lawrence River Resources Conservation and Development Forestry Advisory Committee. Past memberships include the Canton Town Planning Board and the Canton Jaycees. He was an enthusiastic reader of local and Adirondack region history and an avid collector of antique and local bottles. Funeral services will be at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton, on Saturday at 11:30 AM with Pastor Donna Doig officiating. Burial will follow in the Brick Chapel Cemetery. Visiting Hours will be Friday afternoon at the funeral home from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. Robert will be sorely missed by his friends and neighbors. Those who wish may make donations to the Canton Rescue Squad, c/o Joan Newman, Gouverneur Street, Canton or to Brick Chapel Church, c/o Janet Favro, Barnes Road, Canton. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Kathy Rosenberg, , formerly of Miner Street, Canton, died in Nashville, Tennessee. The funeral will be December 12 at 11:30, at the Fairview Cemetery Chapel.

Canton— Memorial Services for Kathy Rosenberg, former Miner Street resident, will be held on Saturday December 12 at 11:30 at the Fairview Cemetery Chapel with Rev. Bill Hart officiating. Burial will be at the cemetery. Mrs. Rosenberg died Nov. 25 in Nashville, Tennessee. Surviving are a son, Andy Grimes of Nashville, TN, her mother, Helen Rosenberg of Canton, a brother Paul Rosenberg of Pennellville, NY, and one granddaughter. Donations in her memory may be made to Hospice Childrens Library, 6805 Route 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Mary Lewis Gray Overlease, 96, Overlease Drive, Norwood, died on Oct 23, 2009 at her sons home in Canton. The funeral will be Nov 22, 2009 at 9:30 AM, at the Christ Church in Morristown.

Mary Lewis Gray Overlease, 96, of Overlease Drive, Hammond, died Friday, October 23, 2009 at her son’s home. The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 21st at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. A mass will be dedicated in memory of Mary on Sunday, Nov. 22nd at 9:30 AM in Morristown, NY. The family has requested memorial contributions be made to St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 361, Middleville, NY 13406 or to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Surviving are her son, Charles L. Gray and wife Judy L. of Canton; a daughter, Margaret “Peggy” Caneen and husband John of Poland, NY; five grandchildren, Charles “Chip” Gray, Jr. of MD, Christina Wiatr and husband William of Ohio, NY, Cynthia James and husband Brian of Arlington, TX, Catherine Crites and husband Douglas of Mansfield, TX and Karen Hampson and husband J. Jeff of Canton and ten great-grandchildren. Born January 7, 1913 in Canton, a daughter of Charles Wm. and Margaret Griffith (Chapman) Lewis she graduated from Northfield Academy in Northfield, Mass in 1931, then she received her Bachelors at SLU in 1935. She later earned her Masters in Education from SLU in 1948 and then a Masters in Library Science from Syracuse University in 1951. She was predeceased by two husbands, Clarence V. Gray and Wayne C. Overlease. Mary taught high school mathematics at Madrid School in 1948. In January 1949 she worked at Canton ATI Library and then went to Columbia University. After receiving her Masters she continued as head librarian at Canton ATC. After retiring she worked as librarian at University of Buffalo and Hudson Valley Community College. She was a member of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Middleville, NY. She was also a member of the Empire Chapter 68 OES, Daughters of the American Revolution, Pi Beta Phi Sorority at SLU, Christ Church in Morristown and Save the River. Mary enjoyed entertaining, knitting, doing crossword puzzles and spending time at her cottage at Oak Point on the St. Lawrence River.

Joan Patricia Staples, 60, 25 Farmer Street, Canton, died on November 7, 2009 at her home. The funeral will be November 14, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the St. Marys Church .

Joan P. Staples,60, of 25 Farmer Street, Canton passed away Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009 at her home under the care of her family, friends and Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley. Born February 3, 1949 in Brooklyn, NY daughter of the late Jerod J. Sibilla and Annette Sergio Sibilla., she graduated SUNY Potsdam and worked as a teacher in the Canton Central School system until her retirement in 2007. Surviving are her husband of 39 years, Brian; a son, Matthew and his wife Lynn and granddaughter Hannah; a daughter”JES” ( Joan Elizabeth Staples); a sister, Susan Wilkes and numerous nieces and nephews. Joan was admired for many things: her love of family, friends, teaching, the theater, going for walks and her joy of travel. As demonstrated by her courageous battle with ovarian cancer over the past few years, she was truly a profile in “courage and grace under fire”. Joan’s many interests included acting in various Grasse River productions, directing school plays, reading and discussing books with her book clubs, knitting and having tea with her friends. She was also a communicant for St. Mary’s Church. The Staples family would like to thank the staff at Richard E. Winters Cancer Treatment Center, Nancy Fletcher of Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, the “Tea Ladies” and the many loving friends who have been an integral part of Joan’s life. A mass of christian burial will be Saturday, November 14 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church in Canton with Rev. Douglas J. Lucia as celebrant. Calling Hours will be Thursday and Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Following the mass a luncheon will be held in the school gymnasium. The family requests donations be made to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley Inc. 6805 US Highway 11, Potsdam, N.Y. 13676

W. Boyd Jones, 56, Old DeKalb Road, Canton, died on November 1, 2009 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be November 6, 2009 at 2:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

W. Boyd Jones, 56, of Old DeKalb Road, died unexpectedly Sunday, Nov 1, 2009 at his home. Funeral services will be Friday, Nov. 6th at 2:00 PM from the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Douglas J. Lucia officiating. Calling hours will be Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canton. The family requests donations to the Canton Golden Bear Booster Club, P.O. Box 243, Canton, NY 13617, Alzheimer’s Association, Northern Regional Office, 120 Washington St., Suite 419, Watertown, NY 13601 or St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Surviving are his mother, Marion M. Jones of Union City, TN; his wife, Lynne N. Jones of Canton; daughter, Alicia Jones of Canton; step-children, Aimee Nash of Canton and Ryan Nash and wife Cassandra of Raymondville; two brothers, Thomas and wife Ginnie of Buchanan, TN, Richard and wife Jeanie of Old Hickory, TN; one sister, Jenny Joy Fitch of Nashville, TN; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Born September 28, 1953, in Obion, TN, a son of Thomas W. and Marion (Moore) Jones, he graduated Albion County Central School and later with a B.S. from Middle Tennessee State University in 1975. Mr. Jones furthered his education with a B.A. from SUNY Potsdam in 1995 and a Master’s in Education from SUNY Potsdam in 1999. On August 6, 1988, he married Lynne Nash at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Canton with Rev. Max Coots as celebrant. Boyd was employed as Sports Info Director for SUNY Potsdam , where he worked since 2000. Prior to working in Potsdam, he worked at SUNY Canton from 1986-2000, where he held various positions. In his spare time Boyd enjoyed photography, cooking, the outdoors and attending his daughters sporting events.

Dewey Paul Pierce, 65, West Potsdam, died On October 26, 2009 at Upstate Medical Ctr, Syracuse. The funeral will be Oct 30, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

A fireman’s funeral for Dewey Paul Pierce will be held on Friday at 11:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Calling hours will be Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the funeral home, Canton, where West Potsdam Fire Department Honor Guard will stand. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Canton. The family has requested contributions to West Potsdam Fire Dept. 801 County Route 34, Potsdam, NY 13676 or National Hemophilia Foundation,116 West 32nd Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001. Surviving are his significant other, “Ardie” Richardson of West Posdam; his children, Robert B. Pierce and wife Jennifer of Potsdam, Deborah B. Murray and husband Don of Norwood, Amy M. Murphy and husband Shane of Canton; two step-children, Lori Richardson of Charleston, SC and Mark Richardson and wife Michelle of Boston, Mass.; one sister, Sheila Friedel and husband Bruce of Potsdam; eight grandchildren, Kathryn “Katie” and Justin Pierce of Potsdam, Jessica and Brandon Murray of Norwood, Cory Dashno and wife Jacklyn of NC and Brooke Dashno of Canton and Abby and Zach Richardson of Boston, Mass and one great-grandson Hunter Dashno. Born March 28, 1944 in Potsdam, son of Benjamin and Marjorie (Spears) Pierce, he graduated Potsdam High School where he was a member of the track team. On July 17, 1964 he married Helen Smith at Canton United Methodist Church with Rev. Cal Zimmer as celebrant. The marriage ended in divorce. Mr. Pierce worked on the family farm until the farm was sold in 1988. He later raised sheep and worked at other area farms. He was an active member of the West Potsdam Volunteer Fire Department since 1975 where he was always willing to serve. Mr. Pierce was an outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as trapping and camping. He also played softball and was an avid bowler.

Mary Emma Lewis Gray Overlease, 96, formerly of Overlease Drive, Hammond, died on Oct 23, 2009 at her sons home in Canton. The funeral will be to be determined, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Mary Emma Lewis Gray Overlease, 96, formerly of Overlease Drive, Hammond, died Friday, October 23, 2009 at her son’s home. Arrangments to be announced as soon as available. The family has requested memorial contributions be made to St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 361, Middleville, NY 13406 or to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Surviving are her son, Charles L. Gray and wife Judy L. of Canton; a daughter, Margaret “Peggy” Caneen and husband John of Poland, NY; five grandchildren, Charles “Chip” Gray, Jr. of MD, Christina Wiatr and husband William of Ohio, NY, Cynthia James and husband Brian of Arlington, TX, Catherine Crites and husband Douglas of Mansfield, TX and Karen Hampson and husband J. Jeff of Canton and ten great-grandchildren. Born January 7, 1913 in Canton, a daughter of Charles Wm. and Margaret Griffith (Chapman) Lewis she graduated from Northfield Academy in Northfield, Mass in 1931, then she received her Bachelors at SLU in 1935. She later earned her Masters in Education from SLU in 1948 and then a Masters in Library Science from Syracuse University in 1951. She was predeceased by two husbands, Clarence V. Gray and Wayne C. Overlease. Mrs. Overlease taught high school mathematics at Madrid School in 1948. In January 1949 she worked at Canton ATI Library and then went to Columbia University. After receiving her Masters she continued to work as head librarian at Canton ATC, in 1970 after 21 years. After retiring she worked as librarian at University of Buffalo an Hudson Valley Community College. She was a member of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Middleville, NY. She was also a member of the Empire Chapter 68 OES, Daughters of the American Revolution, Pi Beta Phi Sorority at SLU, Christ Church in Morristown and Save the River. Mary owned a cottage at Oak Point on the St. Lawrence River since 1947.

Brandi Lynn Moore, 32, US Hwy 11, DeKalb Jct., died on October 13, 2009 at SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse. The funeral will be October 16, 2009 at 12:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Brandi Lynn Law Moore,32, of 4370 US Highway 11, Dekalb Jct, died Oct 13, 2009 at Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse where she was admitted Sept 27th. Funeral will be Friday Oct.16th at 12:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home in Canton. Friends may call on Friday from 10:00 AM to 12 Noon. Burial will be at Beech Plains Cemetery, Pierrepont. Surviving are four daughters Cassidy Lynn, Theadora Ann and Savannah Mae Moore all of Pierrepont and Hunter Marie Law of Dekalb Jct.; Her Mother Bonnie Roy of Ogdensburg; Her father Robert E and wife Wanda Law of Dekalb Jct; 2 Brothers, Robert E. Law Jr. of Alabama, Christopher J. Law of Austin Texas, Rhonda Schoeneck of Marcellus, N.Y., Krista Tahonica of Dekalb Jct.; one step brother, Matthew Kentfield of Fairfax, Va.; two step sisters, Jacqueline Law, Dewitt, NY and Jennifer Plaisted of Lewiston, NY; maternal grandmother Bessie Sequin of Lisbon; paternal grandfather, Richard A. Law, Sr. of Hermon and her companion, Jonathan Vaisey of Canton. She was preceded in death by her son Kristopher Moore, who died in 2004. Born February 22, 1977 in Gouverneur she was a daughter of Robert E. Law, Jr and Bonnie Sequin Roy. She was employed as a production worker with the Ansen Corporation in Ogdensburg and enjoyed spending time with her daughters. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Alice Lu Quackenbush, 72, Miner Street, Canton, died on Oct 3, 2009 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be Oct. 8, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the Grace Episcopal Church.

Alice Lu Quackenbush, 72, of Miner Street,died unexpectedly Saturday, October 3, 2009 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. She was the wife of Everett R. Quackenbush, Sr. A Requiem Mass will be Thursday, October 8th at 11:00 AM at Grace Episcopal Church, Canton w/ Mother Evette Austin as celebrant. Calling hours Wednesday, October 7th from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the church, Canton. Burial will be in Fairview cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to Friends in Adoption, 44 South Street, P.O. Box 1228, Middletown, VT 05757 or to Grace Episcopal Restoration Fund, 9 E. Main St., Canton, NY 13617. Surviving in addition to her husband are her son Everett R., Jr. and wife Judy of Hoosick Falls, NY, a daughter Lynn Snow and husband Edward of Canton, four grandchildren, Jeanna Kuzia and Jessica McComish of Dalton, Mass. and Philip and Christopher Snow of Canton, three great-grandchildren, Jaden Kuzia, Jonah Schichtl and John Steven McComish and her twin sister, Arlene Monell of Canton. She was preceded in death by a sister, “Dolly” Ilg and her step-mother, Ruby Monell. Born September 12, 1937 in Newburgh, NY a daughter of Donald M. and Eleanor (Guest) Monell she graduated Newburgh Free Academy in 1955. Prior to her marriage to Everett R. Quackenbush on Oct. 6, 1957 in Newburgh, she worked at the Telephone Co. in Newburgh, NY. After moving to Canton and raising her children, she started work at St. Lawrence University, retiring after 27 years as a secretary in the Geology Dept. Alice was a member of the NYS Assoc. of Educational Office Professionals, Grace Episcopal Church, where she served on the Altar Guild and was a member of Daughters of the King. She and her husband were members of St. Lawrence Hockey Boosters for many years and would take hockey players in during the Thanksgiving Tournaments. The couple also enjoyed attending numerous Lion’s Club functions, especially the trips to Brockville, Ontario and Syracuse. She enjoyed spending time in her flower garden, boating and bass fishing on the St. Lawrence River, camping at Higley in the summertime, crossword puzzles and crocheting. But the most important thing to Alice was her family and she was well known and will be remembered by many for her infectious laugh.

Betsy Northrop, 70, 6 Park Place, Canton, died on Aug 31st at her home. The funeral will be Oct 10th at 2:00 PM, at the Unitarian Universalist Church.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Elizabeth (Betsy) Burgan Northrop, who died August 31st, will be held October 10th at 2:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Canton. Donations in her memory may be made to the Orchestra Of Northern New York Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 488, Potsdam, NY 13676, or Potsdam College Foundation, Potsdam, NY 13676 or the Unitarian Universalist Church of Canton, 3 1/2 East Main Street, Canton, NY 13617.

Alice Lu Quackenbush, 72, 81 Miner Street, Canton, died on October 3, 2009 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be October 8, 2009, at the Grace Episcopal Church.

Alice Lu Quackenbush, 72, of Miner Street,died unexpectedly Saturday, October 3, 2009 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. She was the wife of Everett R. Quackenbush, Sr. Calling hours Wednesday, October 7, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Grace Episcopal Church, Canton. Arranngements are incomplete with the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton.

Victor Skroders, 79, County Route 14, Rensselaer Falls, died on Oct 2, 2009 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, VT. The funeral will be Oct 5, 2009 at 2:00 PM, at the Rensselaer Falls Cemetery.

Military Graveside service for Victor Skroders, 79, of County Route 14, will be Monday, Oct. 5, 2009 at 2:00 PM at the Rennselaer Falls Cemetery. Mr. Skroders died Friday, Oct. 2nd at Fletcher Allen Health Care Ctr in Burlington, VT. Among his survivors are a son Ivars Skroder, a daughter Anita Courtney, a granddaughter Deborah Marcellus and his care-giver, Justin Marcellus. He was preceded in death by his great-grandson Dylan Marcellus and his life companion Ruth Peets. Born April 18, 1930 in Kraukli, Latvia, a son of Artur and Anna (Barsevskis) Skroders, he graduated high school and later from Harvard University in 1970. He was a SGT of the US Air Force serving from 1949-1954. While in the service, he was active in competitive pistol shooting and received high commendation in long range radar systems. He married Irene Erglis in 1955 in Boston and later Ruta Ozois in 1970 in Boston, both ended in divorce. Mr. Skroders retired as a systems manager for Microwave Assoc., Woodburn, Mass. He was a member of Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers, enjoyed forestry and political science and environment.

Rose M. Ayers, 72, 8453 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, died on Sept. 29, 2009 at her home. The funeral will be Oct 3, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Rose M. Ayers, 72, of 8453 US Hwy 11, died Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at the her home surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 3rd at 11:00 AM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Robert Schirmer, Hospice Chaplain, officiating. Calling hours will be Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Hannawa Falls. Contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676 or to the American Cancer Society6725 Lyon Street, P.O. Box 7, East Syracuse, NY 13057. Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Douglas and Penny Ayers of Colton, David and Colleen Ayers of Parishville, NY; three daughters and sons-in-law, Connie and Reese Basham of Fair Banks, AK, Diane and Michael Vivlamore of Fair Banks, AK and Christina and Ed Gilson of Potsdam; two brothers, Lyle McCuen of Colton and Carson McCuen of Crary Mills; 11 grandchildren, Stacy and Scott Basham, Korey, Natalie, Brooke and Stuart Ayers, Lindsay Keleher, Bill Vivlamore, Nichole Adams and Alivia Gilson; and one great grandchild, Hayden Ayers, Riley, Jordyne and Spencer Vivlamore, and Paige and Maddyson Adams. She was predeceased by an infant son, Timothy (1962), two sisters Betty McCuen and Dorothy Bohnet and a brother Leo McCuen. Born December 20, 1936 in Parishville, NY a daughter of Roy John and Ruby Blanche (Casselman) McCuen, she attended Potsdam Central School. On December 3, 1955 she married Rex L. Ayers at the Norwood Methodist Church. Mr. Ayers died July 30, 2002. Rose worked at a number of places around the Potsdam area including, Fishmans in Potsdam (waitress/ baker) from 1955-57, The Wheel in Potsdam (waitress) for 17 years, The Chatter Box, Potsdam in 1974 (waitress), McManus Restaurant in Potsdam (waitress), Loblaws in Potsdam in 1977 (cashier/meat wrapper), Great American in 1977 (meat wrapper), Jackie’s Diner in West Stockholm (cook/ baker), McNamara’s Family Rest. In Potsdam (cook/baker), and Hide Away in Colton (baker) from 2005 until her illness, as well as, Village Diner in Potsdam (baker) from 2005 until her illness. Rose enjoyed spending time with friends and family, whether it was going to the casino, BINGO, fishing in Alaska, the sun in Hawaii, Mexico and California or going on shopping trips, she enjoyed the time together. She truly loved her children and grandchildren and enjoyed watching and feeding the wildlife and birds at her home.

Guido Gus Musante, 83, 871 River Road, Norwood, died on September 13, 2009 at United Helpers Canton Nursing Home. The funeral will be September 16, 2009 at 10:30 AM, at the United Helpers Canton Nursing Home Chapel.

A Memorial Mass for Guido “Gus” Musante, 83, of River Rd., Norwood, will be held Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at 10:30 AM at United Helpers Canton Nursing Home with Rev. Fr. Douglas J. Lucia as celebrant. Entombment will take place in the family crypt at St. Dominic’s Cemetery in Benicia, CA. “Gus” died Sunday at United Helpers Canton Nursing Home while under the care of his loving wife, the wonderful nursing home nurses and aides and Hospice and Palliative Care. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy, Potsdam, NY 13676 or to Clayton Horan Fitness Center at Maplewood, c/o United Helpers Management Company, 732 Ford Street, Ogdensburg, NY 13690. Born March 24, 1926 in Napa Valley, CA he was a son of Angelo and Mary Poggio Musante. Upon graduating high school he enlisted in the US Army. Serving as an interpreter in the 10th Mountain Division near the end of WWII, he received the Bronze Star for Gallantry during the Northern Italian Campaign. “Gus” was a commercial airline captain for Capitol Int’l Airways for 28 years receiving FAA flight ratings in the C46, L1049, Argossy DC-08, DC-10, Commercial Privileges, Multi-Engines, Seaplanes, Aerobatics, Instrument, Instructor and Aircraft Powerplant. As a registered aircraft mechanic, he won recognition for his restoration of antique airplanes. Being an avid “aviation buff”, he was active in the Experimental Aircraft Association, a lifetime member of the Antique Airplane Assoc., a member in good standing of the Airline Pilot’s Assoc., the Aircraft Owners Pilot Assoc., the FAA Pilot Proficiency Award Program and a member of the US Air Force Civil Air Patrol. In 1974 he married Patricia Wagner in Wilmington, DE. In addition to his wife he is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, David and Ellyn of Destin, FL; two daughters and two sons-in-law, Diane and Kim Harville of Benicia, CA and Deborah and Omar Kaddison of Federal Way, WA; 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife Barbra Ghiorso, a granddaughter, Kelly Harville and a brother John. Mr. Musante was a communicant of St. Andrews Church in Norwood. Local arrangements are with the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Glenn W. Hurlbut, 91, 3001 County Route 21, Canton, died on September 7, 2009 at his home. The funeral will be September 10, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the First Baptist Church, Canton.

Calling hours will be Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in Brick Chapel Cemetery, Canton. Memorial Contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, 5 E. Main Street, Canton 13617 or to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US HWY 11, Potsdam, 13676. Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Jane N. Hurlbut of Canton; two sons and daughters-in-law John and Eva Hurlbut of Fort Plain and Arthur and Diane Hurlbut of Canton; one daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Tracy Sheesley of Canton; seven grandchildren, Sue Smith of Monticello, Glenn Hurlbut of New Hartford,NY, Christine Sheesley Rosler of Canton, Timothy Sheesley of Hayes, VA, Andy and David Hurlbut of Canton and Kimberly Trombly of Canton; seven great-grandchildren. Predeceased by two sisters, Allien Robinson and Ruth Hurlbut and a granddaughter Kathrine Hurlbut. Born January 8, 1918 in Canton, son of William and Flora Thatcher Hurlbut, he attended Canton area Schools. He later attended night classes at OFA and in Hermon for electrical and welding. On April 16, 1941, he married Jane Chambers Nelson in Vermont. Mr. Hurlbut ran a dairy farm on County Route 21 from 1940-1976 and drove school bus for Canton from 1963-1983. He then started working for R.B. Lawrence Ambulance as a driver from 1983-1990 and helped Lawrence Funeral Home with funerals until the mid 1990’s. He also worked for a short time at ALCOA in the early 1940’s. He was a member of the Canton Club, Cranberry Lake Fish & Game Club, the Silas Wright Grange, which he was a fifty year member, a founding member of the the Skirts & Flirts Square Dancing Club and a “pillar” in the First Baptist Church in Canton, where he served as Deacon for many years. He also enjoyed hunting, bowling at the Canton Club and Gray Lanes and helping his grandson, Andy, with maple syrup production.

Betsy Northop, 70, 6 Park Place, Canton, died on August 31, 2009 at her home. The funeral will be at a special time, at the proper place.

Elizabeth (Betsy) Burgan Northrop, age 70, under the care of family, friends and Hospice, died peacefully at her home, 6 Park Place, Canton, Monday, August 31, of cancer. Betsy was born July 5, 1939 in Geneva, NY, the daughter of Donald and Jean Whitehead Burgan. She attended the Glass Factory Bay School, one of the last one-room schools in New York. A 1957 graduate of Victor Central School she graduated in 1961 with a BS degree in Education from the State University of New York at Potsdam where she was member of Delta Kappa Pi and a Woodrow Wilson Fellowship Nominee. Her career in education spanned some thirty years as a founder of a pre-school in Ellis Hollow near Ithaca and as an Elementary School teacher at South Huntington, Key West, Pittsford, Spencerport, and Madison. For twenty-five years (1975-2000) she taught Third Grade at Heuvelton Central School where she served a term as President of the Heuvelton Teachers’ Association. In 1990 she participated in a Conference on Elementary Education in Sydney, Australia and was a visiting educator at several schools in eastern Australia. She served on the SUNY Potsdam School of Education Alumni Advisory Board and was long-time member of Delta Kappa Gamma Education Honorary Society. In 2002 she was elected to Board of Education of Canton Central School and resigned in 2007 because of illness. An active member of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Canton she was chairperson of several committees including Program, Budget and Finance, Ministerial Search and most recently Community Outreach. She was a founding member (1997) of the Canton/St. Lawrence County Chapter of PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays). From 2003 to 2009 she served on the Board of the Orchestra of Northern New York and was President of ONNY from 2005 to 2008 and was Vice President at the time of her death. She is survived by son Andrew Northrop and daughter-in-law Laura Fontana Northrop (and grandchildren Teddy and Nicholas) of San Francisco, California and Laura’s extended family in the Bay Area and son Timothy Northrop and daughter-in-law Karen Bond Northrop (and grandchildren Conor and Morrison), of Glens Falls and her family in Ithaca, a sister and brother-in-law Jan and Ralph Gallace of Canandaigua, a brother and sister-in-law John and Jacquelyn Burgan of Youngstown, Ohio, and four nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her partner of twenty-eight years, William Kirchgasser of Potsdam and his daughter Alison and her partner Sally De Gan of Winchester, Massachusetts and daughter Karen of Washington, D.C. and his brother Wayne and extended family in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. No flowers, please. Donation in her memory may be made to the Orchestra Of Northern New York (memo: Endowment Fund), P.O. Box 488, Potsdam, NY 13676, ,Potsdam College Foundation, SUNY Potsdam, Potsdam, NY 13676 and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Canton, 3 1/2 East Main Street, Canton, NY 13617. A memorial gathering to celebrate her life will be held at a date to be announced.

Irene M. Moon, 81, 40 West Main Street, Canton, died on August 29, 2009 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be September 1, 2009 at 2:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Calling hours will be Monday from 5-8 PM. the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Jerusalem Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society 6725 Lyon Street, P.O. Box 7, East Syracuse, NY 13057, the American Heart Association Greater Syracuse and North Country Division, 17 Technology Place, East Syracuse, NY 13057 or to United Helpers Canton Nursing Home, 40 West Main Street, Canton, NY 13617 ATTN: Activities Fund. Surviving are one son, John F. Moon of Canton; four daughters, Suzanne Casaday of Canton, Mary White Barnes of Salem, AL, Jennifer Ashley and husband Charles of Canton and Karen L. Moon of Opelika, AL; six grandchildren, Irene J. Horne, James A. Crawford, George F. White and wife Rachel, Danielle White, David Ashley and Matthew Ashley and 9 great-grandchildren. Born March 27, 1928, in Detroit , MI the daughter of Fred H. and Jennie (Davenport) Charters, she graduated Potsdam High School in 1945. On June 18, 1946 she married John Wm. Moon at the Catholic Rectory in Potsdam. Mr. Moon died January 9, 1981. Mrs. Moon worked at St. Lawrence University in the dining hall in the 1970’s and later for Canton Music & Video in the 1990’s. She enjoyed watching old movies, listening to music and was an avid BINGO player at the High Rise, the KF of C and at the Nursing Home in Canton.

Carol Ann Morrissette, 65, Janes Road, Canton, died on August 22, 2009 at Massena Memorial Hospital. The funeral will be August 27, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Carol Ann Morrissette,65, of Janes Road died suddenly Saturday, August 22, 2009 at Massena Memorial Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, August 27th at 11:00 A.M. at the Lawrence Funeral Home in Canton with Rev. Kathleen Buckley, St. Lawrence University Chaplain officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers please send memorial contributions to American Diabetes Association Lomond Office Park 110 Lomond Court Utica, NY, 13502 Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, David and Catherine Morrissette, Cambridge, MD; a daughter, Kimberly Morrissette of Millersville, MD; two grandchildren, Cole and Mackenzie Morrissette of Cambridge, MD; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Gary and Joan Orton of Walton, NY and Bob and Marilyn Orton of Binghamton; two nieces and five nephews. Born April 15, 1944 in Malone, NY, a daughter of the late Dolyn and Simone (Gagne) Orton, she graduated Massena High School in 1962. A marriage to Thomas E. Morrissette ended in divorce. Ms. Morrissette was a secretary for St. Lawrence University starting with the ROTC Program in 1980, then with the Physical Plant and most recently w/ the Psychology Dept. She enjoyed time spent with her kids and grandkids, as well as, having breakfast or lunch at McCarthy’s and going to the movies in Canton.

Georgia Rose Barkley, 86, 23 West Main Street, Canton, died on July 27, 2009 at her home. The funeral will be July 30, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the St. Marys Church.

Georgia Rose Barkley, 86, of 23 West Main Street, died Monday, July 27, 2009 at her home. She was the wife of the late Francis W. Barkley, who died March 30, 1966. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at 11:00 AM at St. Mary’s Church in Canton with Rev. Fr. Douglas Lucia as celebrant. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 5-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be held on Monday, August 3rd at 10:00 AM in Fairview Cemetery, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Church, 66 Court Street, Canton, NY 13617. Surviving are her two sons and daughters-in-law, Warren and Muriel of Three Mile Bay and Randy and Carolyn of Canton; one sister, Dorothy Litton of Trenton, Michigan; seven grandchildren, Suzie and Tim of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Michael of Dunmore, PA, Aaron of Arlington, VA, and Sean, Michelle and Colleen all of Canton, NY and one great-grandson, Daniel J. Barkley of Dunmore, PA. In addition to her husband she was predeceased by a son, Wayne, who died Feb 4, 2002; four sisters, Pauline Mace, Verra Kish, Florence Fettorly, Frances Moore and one brother Charles Moore. Born March 19, 1923, in Ogdensburg, NY daughter of the late Michael John and Florence Myrtle (Lesperance) Moore she graduated Ogdensburg Free Academy in 1941. Mrs. Barkley worked in the cafeteria of Canton High School during the 1960’s and she was a volunteer worker at United Helpers Nursing Home in Canton and Ogdensburg for a number of years. She was a member of the St. Mary’s Altar and Rosary Society, assisted at St. Vincent DePaul’s Thrift Shop and she was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church. In addition to her grandchildren, Mrs. Barkley enjoyed crocheting, reading, BINGO and playing cards.

Paula Jean Laspina, 45, 533 County Route 27, Canton, died on July 27, 2009 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be July 29, 2009 at 2:30 PM, at the Brick Chapel Church.

Paula Jean Laspina, 45, of 5338 County Route 27, died Monday, July 27, 2009 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital where she was admitted earlier in the day. She was the wife of the late James B. Laspina, who died Aug 10, 2006. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 2:30 PM at Brick Chapel Church, Canton with Rev. Donna Doig officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 12 Noon to 2:00 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in the Brick Chapel Cemetery, Canton. Memorial Contributions may be made toAn Education Fund for Jessica Laspina c/o Barbara Piazzo, 80 Via Fraconco, Lee, Mass. 01238. Surviving are two sons, James B., II of Canton, Jeremy J. of Rensselaer Falls; one daughter, Jessica L. of Canton; one grandson, Joshua Kaleb Laspina; one brother, Albert Milliron; two sisters, Cathy and Hazel Milliron. In addition to her husband she was predeceased by a son Joshua J. who died in Aug of 1999. Born August 1, 1963 daughter of the late Albert Milliron she graduated Eden Central School and later attended Canton ATC. On May 1, 1982 she married James Bernard Laspina in Eden, NY. The family moved to St. Lawrence County in September 1983 to help on the family farm, Brick Chapel Acres in the Town of Canton. Mrs. Laspina was most recently employed at Greenwood Dairy as a “milker” from 1999 to 2003. She worked for the family farm for a few years and for Jreck Subs in Canton in the mid 1980’s. While her daughter was in school, she was a Girl Scout Leader and a Classroom Mother. She was also a member Brick Chapel Church. She enjoyed drawing, gardening, cooking and her dogs and cats.

Elaine M. Weekes, 84, Judson Street Road, Canton, died on July 9, 2009 at Canton Potsdam . The funeral will be July 13, 2009 at 10:00 AM, at the St. Marys Church in Canton.

Elaine M. Weekes, 84, of 236 Judson Street Road died Thursday, July 9, 2009 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. She was the wife of the late Ronald Weekes, who died January 27, 2004. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, July 13, 2009 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Church in Canton. Burial will be in the New Boston Cemetery, Barnes Corners, NY. There will be no public calling hours at the funeral home. Lawrence Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Those desiring may send memorial contributions to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676 and/or to Canton Fire & Rescue, Riverside Drive, Canton, NY 13617. Surviving are three sons, Marshall Weekes of Canton, John Weekes and wife Phyllis of Geneva and George Weekes and his companion Terri of Bowdoinhan, Maine; five grandchildren, Jennifer Kimble of Canton, Karen Moore and companion Charles Perry of Canton and Jeffrey Weekes of Canton,Julia Weekes and companion Clarence Kingston of Massena and Brandon Weekes of Maine; 12 great-grandchildren and 3 great great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Weekes was predeceased by her two sons, Joseph and Fredrick and a sister, Theresa Bush. Born February 26, 1925 in the Town of Pamelia, a daughter of Wilbur and Julia (O’Conner) LaJoy, she graduated St. Augustine Academy in Carthage. On July 24, 1943, she married Ronald W. Weekes at the St. James Church in Carthage. Mrs. Weekes worked for the Office of the Aging; she was a telephone operator in Potsdam for NY Telephone Co. and was a clerk at the A&P in Canton. She was always supportive of her husband and son Marshall as the two owned and operated Weekes Outdoor Power Equipment, the second oldest Polaris dealership in the United States. In addition to her grandchildren and pets, she enjoyed camping in Parishville, snowmobiling w/ Vera Thorbahn , hunting and going to play BINGO with her daughter-in-law, Dixie.

F. Birt Evans, Jr., 63, E. Main Street, Canton, died on June 5, 2009 at his home. The funeral will be June 9, 2009 at 2:00 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

F. Birt Evans, Jr. , age63, died on Friday, June 5, 2009 at his home in Canton while under the care of his family and Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley. Born August 13, 1945 in Modesto, California, son of the late Leanore Ruth Knopp and Francis Birt Evans, he graduated Baldwinsville High School in 1963, from Hamilton College in 1967 and from the Syracuse University School of Law in 1970. He practiced law in Ogdensburg and Canton for many years. Upon his retirement he worked for NYSARC of St. Lawrence County. On February 14, 1994, he married Annemarie FitzRandolph of Canton. A previous marriage to Ann Spies ended in divorce. Surviving in addition to his wife are his two daughters, Elizabeth Spies-Evans of Boston, Johanna Spies-Evans of Hermon and two step-children, Caitlin FitzRandolph and Colin FitzRandolph both of Manhattan and a sister and brother in law, Nancy Lea and Joel Solomon of Troy. A memorial service for family and friends will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9th at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Lawrence County NYSARC, 6 Commerce Lane, Canton, NY 13617.

Elnora Marion Caswell Rood, 90, formerly of 103 Canton Street, Hermon, died on May 25, 2009 at United Helpers Canton Nursing Home. The funeral will be May 29, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Elnora Marion Caswell Rood, 90, formerly of 103 Canton Street, Hermon, died May 25, 2009 at the United Helpers Canton Nursing Home, where she had been a resident since November of 2005. Funeral services will be Friday at 11:00 at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with John Frary, Lay Speaker officiating. Calling hours will be Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM with The Order of the Eastern Star Empire Chapter 68 service at 6:30 PM. Burial will be in Beech Plains Cemetery, Pierrepont. If friends desire contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, Inc. 6805 US Highway 11, 13676 or to the United Helpers Canton Nursing Home, 40 W. Main Street, Canton, NY 13617, attn: Activity Fund for Memory Lane. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org Surviving are her three daughters, Jeanette E. Rose, Canton, Joyce I. Ordway and her husband Roger, Canton and Judy M. Whitman and husband Alvin of Watertown; 10 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceasing Mrs. Rood are one granddaughter, Kathy Lee Locke, three brothers and four sisters, Andrew, Claude, Fulton Caswell, Leda Baumgartner, Wava Coller, Irene Coughlin and Cecil White. Born August 14, 1918 in Pierrepont, daughter of Nelson Milo and Lula Maude (Fulton) Caswell, she attended Pierrepont area rural schools. On July 4, 1937 she married Harold Everette Rood in Black River with Rev. Albert Budd, officiating. Mr. Rood died December 30, 1992. Mrs. Rood had a number of jobs including, working at the Newman Store in Canton, Canton High School Cafeteria, Grand Union in Canton, she sold Tupperware, Stanley Home Products and AVON. She was a member of the Beech Plains Ladies Aid Society, Empire Chapter 68, Order of the Eastern Star, the Canton Sportsman’s Club, various bowling leagues at Gray Lanes and the Canton Club. Mrs. Rood enjoyed playing cards and working on wordfinds and jigsaw puzzles.

Richard John Lobdell, 91, Howe Blvd, Canton, died on May 16, 2009 at his home in Canton. The funeral will be May 20, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the St. Marys Church in Canton.

Richard John Lobdell, 91, of Howe Blvd, died May 16, 2009, at his home. He was the husband of Nellie M. Lobdell. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday,May 20, 2009 at 11:00 AM at St. Mary’s Church in Canton with Rev. Fr. Douglas J. Lucia as celebrant. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 5-8 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery at a later date. If friends so desire contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, Inc 6805 US Highway 11, Potsdam, New York 13676 Surviving in addition to his wife are one son, Robert D. Lobdell of Canton; three daughters, Peggy Ann Lobdell- Kocher of Canton, Nancy L. Neal of NC and Frances Ann McCarthy of Penfield; nine grandchildren; two great grandchildren; one brother, Mahlon Lobdell of Crary Mills; two sisters, Martha Mallett of Ogdensburg and Barbara Barnett of Canton and several nieces and nephews. Born Feb. 25, 1918 in DeKalb Jct. son of Richard and Anna Marie (O’Horo) Lobdell he graduated Canton High School in 1937 and later from Canton A.T.I. in 1939. He served in the US Army, 4th Division during WWII from May of 1941 to Oct 4, 1945 serving in the European Theater he was honorably discharged. He then returned home and began working for the US Postal Service in Canton, NY starting as a substitute mail carrier. He retired in January 11, 1979 as Post Master. Following retirement he cared for his elderly mother. On April 10, 1950 he married Nellie Mae Cotter at the St. Mary’s Church Parsonage in Canton with Rev. Monsignor Hogen as celebrant. From 1979 to 1983 he served as Mayor for the Village of Canton. Mr. Lobdell also served as a village trustee for a number of years. He was a life member of the VFW Post 1231; member of St. Mary’s Church, Canton Rotary Club where he held the office as President for some time, Friends of the New Canton Fire Dept. where he worked very hard in his efforts in fund raising and United Fund for Federal Employees in St. Lawrence County. Mr. Lobdell was an Honorary Member of Cranberry Lake Fish and Game Club as well as a Cub Scout Leader, volunteered with Hospice off St. Lawrence Valley Inc and was named the Potsdam Hospice Volunteer of the year in 1997. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, gardening and canning and caring for his wife.

Richard J. Lobdell, 91, Howe Blvd, Canton, died on May 16, 2009 at his home. The funeral will be May 20, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the St. Marys Church in Canton.

Mary P. VanHyning, 84, formerly of Heuvelton, died on April 28, 2009 at United helpers Ogdensburg Nursing Home. The funeral will be a date to be announced, at the Crary Mills Cemetery.

Mary P. VanHyning, 84, formerly of 47 Justina Street, Heuvelton, died Tuesday, April 28, 2009, at the United Helpers Nursing Home in Ogdensburg. Graveside services and interment will take place at a later date in the Crary Mills Cemetery, Canton and will be announced by the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Heuvelton Fire Department and Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 347, 95 State Street, Heuvelton, NY 13654. Suriving are one step-son David Ledwith and wife Debra of Cyclone, PA and two grandchildren Jennifer and Jason Ledwith of PA. She was predeceased by three brothers, Carlton, Maxwell and Robert Mayne. Born July 24, 1924 in Lisbon, NY a daughter of Arthur W. and Grace Mayne she graduated Lisbon High School and later from Wallace Secretarial School in Ogdensburg. On June 22, 1957, she married Everett Henry VanHyning at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton with Rev. Jack Wells as celebrant. Mr. VanHyning died December 11, 2007. Mrs. VanHyning was employed as the President’s Secretary for Canton A.T.C. for 35 years, retiring in 1979. She also enjoyed attending auctions with her husband. She enjoyed old advertisement memorabilia and dealt with antiques for roughly 35 years.

John J. Bohan, 87, Waite Road, Potsdam, died on April 25, 2009 at United Helpers Canton Nursing Home. The funeral will be Privately at an unannounced time, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

John J. Bohan, 87, of Waite Road, Potsdam, died Saturday, April 25, 2009 at United Helpers Canton Nursing Home. Funeral services, calling hours and burial will be held privately. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Surviving are his wife Betty Bohan, Potsdam; three brothers, Walter of KY, Frank and Steven “Buck”of PA; one sister Anna Clark of GA and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings, Peter, Mike, Julia Pompelia and Mary Andrews. Born August 2, 1921 in Yatesborough, PA the was a son of John and Kathryn Proytniak Bohan, he attended PA schools. Mr. Bohan served in the US Army during WWII from Sept. 22, 1942 to Dec 1, 1945, earning the rank of Corporal. He was also a P.O.W. and recipient of numerous awards and certificates including the Bronze Star. On February 3, 1973 he married Betty Loraine Wilson on Long Island with the Justice of the Peace officiating. Mr. Bohan worked as a carpenter with the carpenter’s union on Long Island for many years before the couple moved to Potsdam in May of 1985 where he built their home in August of 1985. He was a past member of the VFW Post 1231 in Canton and the American Legion, Potsdam.

Janet Wight Patterson, 91, formerly of Sarasota, FL and formerly of 12 Powers Street, Canton, died on April 20, 2009 at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in Bradenton, FL. The funeral will be April 25, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton.

Janet Wight Patterson, 91, of 12 Powers Street and Everwood Run, Sarasota, FL, died Monday, April 20, 2009 at Lakewood Ranch Medical Ctr in Bradenton, FL. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the First Presbyterian Church of Canton with Rev. Michael P. Catanzaro officiating. Calling hours will be Friday, April 24th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Canton. Those desiring may send memorial contributions to the American Red Cross St. Lawrence County Chapter, 73 Market Street, Potsdam, NY 13676 , Evergreen Cemetery Assoc. c/o Ron Scott P.O. Box 141, Canton, NY 13617, or a Charity of One’s Choice. Surviving are three sons, David C. and wife Ann of Canton, Thomas F. Jr. and wife Susan of Burlington, VT, Paul W. and wife Kim of Lenoir City, TN; one daughter, Susan Clark and husband Duncan of North Port, FL; seven grandchildren, Lindsay Patterson of Adrian, MI, Daren Patterson and wife Kirsten of Knoxville, TN, Nicholas and Christopher Clark of North Port, FL, Erin Patterson and Ryan Patterson of South Burlington, VT and Lisa Patterson and husband Rob Troike of Darnestown, MD; two great-grandchildren, Natasha Troike and Alexander Patterson Predeceased by her husband Thomas F. Patterson, Sr. who died July 12, 2002 and by a brother David Wight, who died February 21, 1937. Born March 28, 1918 in Delhi, NY a daughter of Charles and Edith (Conrow) Wight she attended Canton schools and graduated from St. Lawrence University in 1940, as a member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. The family moved from Delhi to Canton in 1921, where her father founded Charles D. Wight Feed Mill, Canton in 1927. On September 21, 1940, she married Thomas Frank Patterson, Sr. in the First Presbyterian Church of Canton with Rev. John Erickson as celebrant. The couple moved back to Canton from Rochester, NY, in the summer of 1945 (on VJ Day), where Mr. Patterson worked in partnership with his father-in-law in the feed manufacturing business. The name then became known as Wight & Patterson Feeds. Mr. Patterson retired in 1978 and sold the business to their son David. Mrs. Patterson served on the Canton Hospital Guild Board, Canton Library Board, as a volunteer for the American Red Cross and as an Elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Canton. After retirement, the couple enjoyed spending their time between homes in Canton, Sarasota, FL and Trout Lake.

Rev. Max Alden Coots, 81, 19 State Street Canton NY 13617, died March 3, 2009 at his home. The funeral will be memorial service April 25, 2009 at 2:00 PM, at the Uniterian Universalist Church in Canton.

Max is survived by his ex-wife Fritzie Coots of Canton, his wife Charlotte Ramsay of Canton, three sons from his marriage to Fritzie: Douglas and his wife Amy Bernhardt of Harvard, Massachusetts, Brian and his partner Karen E. Johnson of Pierrepont and West Potsdam, NY, and Daniel and his wife Kimberly M. Coots of Nashville, Tennessee. He is also survived by a stepdaughter, Meribeth Hutto of Warrenton, Virginia, and two stepsons and their wives, Douglas and Kimberly S. Ramsay of Kensington, Maryland, and David and Hadassah M. Ramsay of Nottingham, New Hampshire, 5 grandchildren, and 6 step-grandsons.

Ketha Snyder-Fish, 85, formerly of Canton, died April 2, 2009 at Massena Memorial Hospital. The funeral will be April 5, 2009 at 4:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Keitha Snyder-Fish, 85, formerly of Malone and 22 State Street, Canton died Thursday, April 2, 2009 at the Massena Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be Sunday, April 4, 2009 at 4:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, 21 Park Street, Canton with Rev. Tom Davis Pastor of the Grace United Methodist Church, Massena officiating. Calling hours will be Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be held privately on Monday in the Fairview Cemetery, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of the St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Highway 11, Potsdam, NY 13676. Surviving are her husband Leo N. Fish of Massena; son William L. and wife Barbara of Constable, NY; two grandchildren, Jessica Lee Snyder of Rochester and Allison Rae Snyder of Massena; one brother Lyle M. Paro of Liverpool, NY. She was predeceased by two brothers, Horace C. and Earl D. Paro. Born November 28, 1923 in Russell, NY daughter of Fred W. and Lillian (Thornton) Paro, she graduated Canton Central School. On February 28, 1946 she married Leroy “George” Snyder in Canton, NY. Mr. Snyder died in 1990. Later she married Leo Nelson Fish on Sept. 27, 1997 at the home of her son in Constable, NY. While living in Canton, Mrs. Snyder-Fish worked as bookkeeper and eventually Office Manager for Augsbury Oil Company. Prior to that she worked as bookkeeper for her Grandfather’s Garage, Snyder’s Chevrolet. Mrs. Snyder-Fish moved from Canton to Malone, NY in 1989. She was attended the United Methofist Church in Constable, NY and enjoyed cooking, reading and caring for her grandchildren

Dr. Donald C. Peckham, 86, 18 Churc Street, Canton, died on March 19 at Canton Nursing Home. The funeral will be April 4, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the First Presbyterian Church, Canton.

Donald C. Peckham, 86 years, 18 Church St., Canton, NY died on March 19 at the Canton United Helpers Nursing Home where he had been one week. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday April 4,2009 at the First Presbyterian Church in Canton with Rev Michael Catanzaro officiating His body has been donated to the Anatomical Gift Program of Syracuse Upstate Medical University. Eventual burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Canton. He was born in Bainbridge, New York on September 11, 1922. He was the son of Charles H. and Josephine Palmer Peckham. He attended public schools in Bainbridge and graduated as valedictorian of his class in 1940. He attended Oberlin College in Oberlin, Ohio from 1941 to 1943 prior to 39 months of service in the U.S. Armed Forces from which he was discharged as a 2nd Lt. in 1946. Returning to Oberlin, he graduated with a major in physics in 1948. He also held a Master’s degree in Physics from the University of Michigan (1949) and a Ph.D. in Physics from the Pennsylvania State University (1954). His entire professional career was spent as a teacher of undergraduate physics, first at Norwich University, Northfield, VT (1949-51) and then for 32 years at St. Lawrence University, Canton NY, retiring in 1986 as Hayward Professor of Physics, Emeritus. At St. Lawrence he served 25 years as Chair of the Physics Department and one year (1976-77) as Vice-President of the University and Acting Dean of the College. He was instrumental in establishing the Faculty Council in 1970 and later served as its chair. In 1985 he received the J. Calvin Keene Faculty Teaching Award. In 1966-67 he held a National Science Foundation Fellowship at Colorado State University and was a visiting faculty member of the physics department at Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta 1979-80. He served the larger physics community as an invited participant in National Conferences on physics curricula and as an elected member of the New York State Section of the American Physical Society. His professional memberships included the American Physical Society, the American Association of Physics Teachers, and the Optical Society of America. Prof. Peckham was a 20-year member of the Canton Central School Board of Education and was its Vice-President 1970-73, 1989, and President 1974-79. He served as Chief Negotiator for the school board with the Teachers Union in the early days of implementation of the Taylor Labor Law. He was secretary and later president of the St. Lawrence County School Boards Association. In 1974 he was elected to the Board of Directors of the New York State School Boards Association representing the counties of Northern New York. On the state board he was a member of the Executive Committee and for two years was Vice-President before resigning in 1979. Ordained and Elder in the Canton Presbyterian Church in 1965 he represented that congregation as a member of several committees of the Presbytery of Northern of Northern New York and for six years as a board member of the Canton Church and Community Program. He sang in the Presbyterian Church Choir for some forty years. He also was a member for many years of the St. Lawrence University Community Chorus. Elected to membership in the Society of United Helpers n 1998, he represented the Canton united Helpers Nursing Home and was a member of the Society Board to Directors. Since 2003 he served as President of United Helpers Canton. In 2003 he was elected to the Board of Directors of United Helpers Management Company where he was elected as Vice President in 2005-2006, and President 2007-2008. He had been Chair of the Finance Committee since 2005. Dr. Peckham was an active member of the Capital Campaign for the United Helpers/Cedars construction project. He also served as Co-Chair of the fundraising campaign for the United Helpers Maplewood project in Canton. On August 27, 1949 he married Elizabeth (Betty) May Doolittle in Charleston, WV. He is survived by her and their six children and spouses; David A. and Judy of Santa Barbara, CA, Bruce B. and Kathryn of Duluth, MN, Stephen B. and Julie of Austin, TX, Laura and Edward Cooper of Wolfeboro, NH, Barbara and David Hoyt of Boulder, CO, and Christopher and Lynne of Chicago, IL; and by 13 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Marian Wade, Scotia., and two nephews and a niece. A brother Rolland died in 2005. He and his wife traveled extensively both in the US and abroad. They particularly enjoyed bicycle touring in Greece, Spain, France and New Zealand as well as in many areas of the United States. He was an avid vegetable gardener. Since 1960 he enjoyed spending time at the family camp on Lake Ozonia which he built the help of his two oldest sons. Donations may be made to the Society of United Helpers or to the First Presbyterian Church of Canton Arrangements are with the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton.

Max A. Coots, 81, 19 State Street, Canton, died on March 3, 2009 at his home. The funeral will be a date to be determined, at the N/A.

Max A. Coots, Minister Emeritus, 81, 19 State Street, died Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Calling hours will be Saturday, March 7, 2009 from 1-4 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Among his survivors are his wife Charlotte C. Ramsay of Canton. Arrangements are incomplete with the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Donald M. Hubbard, 89, 2735 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, PA, died on February 25, 2009 at Manor Care Health Services, Chambersburg. The funeral will be March 4, 2009 at 9:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Donald M. Hubbard, 89, of 2735 Luther Drive, formerly of Canton, died Wednesday, February 25, 2009, at Manor Care Health Services. Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 9:00 am at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with Rev. Michael P. Catanzaro officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to: Pennsylvania Assoc. for the Blind, PO Box 61080, Harrisburg, PA 17106 or to St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 2695 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, PA 17201. Surviving are his wife Winona C. Hubbard of Chambersburg, PA; three daughters, W. Sue Broderick of Hendersonville, NC, Deborah K. Maier of Dardenne Prairie, MO and Bethany J. Wohlgemuth of Ijamsville, MD; one son, Bruce C. Hubbard of Caledonia, NY and four grandchildren, Timothy Maier, Amy Feeman, Edward Wohlgemuth and Robert Wohlgemuth; two great-grandchildren, William Feeman, IV and Carter Wohlgemuth. He was predeceased by a granddaughter Karen Beth Wohlgemuth. Born March 25, 1919 in Port Leyden, NY a son of Foster S. and Lucille (Petrie) Hubbard he graduated Port Leyden Central School in 1936, from Lowville Academy in 1937 and later from University of Buffalo School of Pharmacy in 1941. From 1942-1945 he served in the US Army, as First Lieutenant in the Administration Corp. during WWII. On October 14, 1945, he married Winona Comer in Joplin, MO. Mr. Hubbard worked as a Pharmacist at a number of pharmacy’s including, Hubbard’s Pharmacy in Port Leyden; Harold Allen Pharmacy in Lowville, NY; Walter E. Russell Pharmacy in Canton, NY; and briefly at Rite Aid Pharmacy and Kinney Drugs, both in Canton, NY. He was a member of the Rho Chi Pharmaceutical Honorary Society and the NYS Pharmaceutical Assoc. He served as Town of Leyden Town Clerk from 1954 to 1961 and on the Board of Education for Port Leyden Central School. He also served as Clerk of Session, for the First Presbyterian Church, Canton. Hobbies and Interests: Don enjoyed tennis, boating, canoeing, RVing, playing the piano/organ and playing percussion and singing in the Oakwood Estates Community Band.

Peter F. Varco, 82, Hope Well, NY, died on Feb 2, 2009 at his home. The funeral will be Friday, Feb 6, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Peter Francis Varco, 82, of Hopewell Jct., passed away at his home on Monday February 2, 2009. Born June 6, 1926 in Mt. Kisco, NY son of Vincenzo and Anna Varco. After graduating from Mt. Kisco High School he served in the US Army during WWII from 1944-1946. After the war, he was a passionate mason building his own house as well as his children’s homes and many local landmarks in Dutchess, Westchester, and Ulster Counties. In his later years he spent his time filling the fridge with fresh fish and sauce. When he wasn’t tending to his garden of over 400 tomato plants, you could find him making bread or “selling” his tomatoes at Mario’s Brick Oven Bread On April 18, 1954 he married Phyllis Rodee at St. Mary’s Church in Canton, NY who survives at home. Peter is also survived by his loving family Peter A. and Janine Conti, Linda and her husband Doc Halliday, Paul and Joan Madonna, David and his wife Nadia, and Annette and Mike Gallo. His grandchildren Angela, Heather, Brandon, Peter John, Alysia, Christina, Luke, Zachary, Benjamin Varco, Monet and Norel Halliday, and Bryan Conti. His sister Edith Rizzo, brother Charles, and many nieces and nephews. Peter was predeceased by his brother Louis in 2006 Friends and family are invited for calling hours at Auchmoody Funeral Home, Fishkill NY Wednesday February 4th 5PM – 8PM and Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton NY Thursday February 5th 5PM – 8PM. Funeral services will be held at Lawrence Funeral Home on Friday at 11:00 AM Memorial contributions may by made to the Brick Chapel Cemetery c/o of Bill Rodee 5431A CR27 Canton NY 13617.

Harrison H. Payne, 83, formerly of Jamesville, NY, died on December 23, 2008 at Canton Potsdam Hospital. The funeral will be at a spring date to be announced at a later date, at the Hendricks Chapel at Syracuse University.

A Spring memorial service will be held for Harrison H. Payne at Hendricks Chapel, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY. Dr. Payne died December 23, 2008 at Canton- Potsdam Hospital. His wife Sally was at his side as well as other family members. Surviving besides his wife are sister-in-law Marilyn (Bill) Rodee, Canton, and brother-in-law Baker (Dorothy) Elliott, Winthrop; nieces and nephews Elliott (Michelle) Rodee, Leslie Rodee (Steve) Hooper, Terri Rodee (Doug) Knuth, Barbara (Brian) Lee, Bob (Bonnie) Elliott, and Cindy (John) Niles; grandnieces, grandnephews, and great grandnieces and nephews. Harry and Sally celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary in October with flowers, cake, and a shower of cards. Born April 14, 1925 in Palmer, MA, son of Harrison H. and Lena (Barney) Payne, Harry graduated from Stamford, CT High School. He served in the US Army Air Corps as a bombardier/navigator 1943-46. Recalled for the Korean Conflict, he served in the US Air Force 1951-53 as a navigator. He was an Air Force Reserve Admissions Officer for the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. He retired from the Reserve in 1973, having attained the grade of Lieutenant Colonel. Dr. Payne was Vice President for Student Affairs and Professor Emeritus at the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF). He earned his degrees at the NYS College of Forestry at Syracuse University (B.S.); St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY (M.Education); Union College, Schenectady, NY (M.C.Physics); and Cornell University, Ithaca, NY (Ed.D.). In 1953 Dr. Payne began his teaching career at Pawling Central School in Pawling, NY where he served as Chair of the Science Department. In 1964, he was appointed Associate Professor at ESF, and in 1969, Professor. Between 1972 and 1987 he also served as Director of Admissions, Director of Student Services, and Vice President of Student Affairs. He retired from ESF in 1987, but retained and demonstrated his deep affection for the College throughout the remainder of his life. He was an active volunteer for, and Board member of, the ESF College Foundation. In that capacity, Dr. Payne worked zealously to attract private financial resources for student scholarships. To recognize his decades of service to the college, the Harrison H. Payne Scholarship was established by ESF in 2006. Among his many affiliations, Dr. Payne was a Life Member of The Nature Conservancy, and received its highest award, The Oak Leaf. He served as Chairman of the NYS Board of Trustees of TNC. He was a Trustee of the Association to Protect the Adirondacks. He was also a Life Member of Trout Unlimited and the National Wildlife Federation as well as a member of the New York Anglers Club. As an educator and administrator, Dr. Payne will be fondly remembered by students, faculty, and staff for his friendly rapport, especially with students, and his optimistic attitude that every problem has a solution. His door was always open and he seemed never to forget a name. As the environmental movement grew across the country, he was particularly effective in counseling students and parents about new and exciting career choices already in place at ESF. His interest in student recruitment helped ESF develop a more diverse student body and achieve significant increases in the enrollment of female students. He set high standards of achievement and professionalism for himself, and encouraged and mentored those around him to do the same. Within his family, he was loved for those same virtues, the generosity with which he shared his knowledge of the natural world, and his love of family, especially for his wife Sally. Dr. Payne’s favorite recreational interests were fly fishing for salvalinus fontinalis (brook trout) and ornithology. Throughout his life, he reveled in fishing the rivers and streams of New York and in later years, the rivers of Maine and Montana. He most enjoyed these activities when they were shared with like-minded friends, colleagues, and family members. His family wishes to express its deep gratitude to the staffs of the Iroquois Nursing Home in Jamesville, NY and the Canton United Helpers Nursing Home; the Canton-Potsdam Hospital staff; Dr. Atkinson and Hospice for their care and concern. Donations may be made to The Harrison Payne Scholarship Fund or to ESF Alumni at ESF College Foundation, SUNY ESF, 1 Forestry Drive, Syracuse, NY 13210; to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676; or to The Nature Conservancy, 1048 University Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607. Condolences may be sent online to www.lawrencefuneralhome.org

Cheryl C. Cunningham, 34, 326 Sykes Road, Canton, died on January 2, 2009 at her home in Canton. The funeral will be January 6, 2009 at 2:15 PM, at the Lawrence Funeral Home.

Cheryl C. Cunningham, 34, of 326 Sykes Road, died Friday evening Jan.2, 2009 at her home while under the care of her loving family and Hospice and Palliative Care after a battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at 2:15 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home, Canton with the HOSPICE chaplain, Rev. Robert Schirmer officiating. Calling hours will be held Tuesday afternoon from 12 Noon to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Morley Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Good Days, 1332 Pittsford-Mendon Rd., Mendon, NY 14506, Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Highway 11, Potsdam, NY 13676 and/or SPCA, Spay Neuter Now, 588 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804. Surviving are her companion Kelvin La Brake, Canton;l two sons Caleb Cunningham and Joshua La Brake Canton; her parents Arnold and Eleanor Cunningham, Canton; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Carla Saber and her companion, Ronnie LaDuke of Massena, Carolyn and Kenneth Gibson of Canton and Cora Cunningham of Canton; one niece, Jessica Saber and two nephews Matthew and Nathan Gibson. Born March 15, 1974 in Ogdensburg daughter of Arnold F. and Eleanor M. (Chapin) Cunningham she graduated Canton Ctrl School in 1992 and later from Canton College (SUNY) with an A.A. degree. Cheryl most recently worked at BOCES as a teachers aide, earlier she worked at St. Lawrence University riding stables and United Helpers Canton Nursing Home. She enjoyed raising and caring for her kids as well as herself. Cheryl was most known for her love of animals, whether it was her cats and dogs, raising rabbits or taking in strays. At one time she also had a number of turkeys, goats and a pig.

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