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Mable L. Perry
HERKIMER — Mrs. Mable L. Perry, 85, of Herkimer, formerly of Cherry Valley, passed away at the Folts Home in Herkimer on Aug. 25, 2003.
She was born in Cherry Valley, on Nov. 11, 1917, the daughter of Merrit and Celestia (Eddick) Giles.
In November of 1935, she married Cecil Perry in Cherry Valley, who survives.
She was a graduate of Cherry Valley Central School. She owned and operated Mable's Beauty Shop in Cherry Valley for many years.
She is survived by her husband, Cecil, of Herkimer; four daughters, Shirley Ritter of Manahawkin, N.J., Sheila Ostrander of Clifton Park, Constance Dygert of Oneida, and Valerie Moore of Canastota; two sons, Cecil E., of Herkimer, and Rodney of Cobleskill. She is also survived by two sisters, Isabelle VanDewerker of Cherry Valley, and Ruth Beach of Syracuse. Mrs. Perry also has 22 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
There will be no calling hours; cremation took place at the Leatherstocking Crematory, Cherry Valley.
Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Donations in Mrs. Perry's memory may be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 710 West 168th St., New York, NY 10032.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ottman Funeral Home, Cherry Valley.
Mary Yanson
TAMPA, Fla. — Mary Estelle Yanson, 91, of 816 S. Meadowview Circle, Tampa, died peacefully at home on Aug. 20, 2003.
Born Jan. 27, 1912, in Stamford, she was the daughter of Otis P. Canfield and Mary Barlow. She grew up on the family farm in Township, graduated from Hobart High School and attended Delhi Training Class in Delhi.
Mary married Garth Charles Yanson on Dec. 8, 1934, and they lived in Hobart, until 1959, at which time they moved to Tampa.
Mary worked as a nurse's aide at Bathgate Hospital in Stamford, and at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, for 20 years, until her retirement. She did professional baby-sitting for 12 years after that.
Mary had a special love for animals and birds and enjoyed her plants and flowers. She was lovingly cared for by her daughter-in-law, Juanita Yanson, for several years.
She is survived by four children, Tim and Terry Yanson of Tampa, Gary Yanson of Hudson, and Doreen Smith of Queensbury; 15 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth Lepley of Rochester; and a sister-in-law, Marion Yanson Levandi of Colonie; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband, Garth; a brother, Archie Canfield; and a daughter, Damaris Yanson Hurlburt.
Graveside services will be at noon on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2003, at Stamford Cemetery on Mountain Road in Stamford.
Donald Walling Sr.
STAMFORD — By way of celebrating his life, the family of Donald S. Walling Sr., is planning a memorial service on Friday, Sept. 5, 2003, at 3 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, 40 Main St., in Stamford.
He will be remembered for his eternal good nature and devotion to his family.
Friends and neighbors are welcome to attend. A reception will follow immediately at the family homestead at 38 Lake St., in Stamford.
Kenneth Sherman
PEORIA, Ariz. — Kenneth Darwin Sherman, formerly of Oneonta, passed away Aug. 27, 2003, in Peoria.
His wife, Florence, died Nov. 11, 1997.
He is survived by a daughter, Anna C. Vera of Whittmann, Ariz.; and a son, Kenneth H. of Oneonta. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Scott and Becky Sherman of West Oneonta, Craig Sherman of Oneonta, and Susan and Ryan McCosco of Charleston AFB, S.C. He also leaves two great-grandchildren, Kaya Sherman of West Oneonta, and Brooklyn McCosco of Charleston AFB, S.C.
Mr. Sherman was born in Meridale, in 1911, to Clarence and Susie (Huntly) Sherman.
He was employed by Bendix/Amphenol for 33 years, retiring in 1976. He moved to Arizona in 1980.
For many years he was an active member of the Masonic Order, Oneonta Lodge No. 466, serving for a time as Master and Secretary. He was also a Shriner in New York, and later El Zariibah Shrine in Arizona. He received a Masonic Meritorious Service award in 1977. He also held membership and was past Patron of Martha Chapter No. 116, Order of the Eastern Star and was a member of the Order of the Amaranth and a Past Royal Patron.
Services will be private.
Those wishing to make a donation in his memory may send it to: Masonic Lodge, Oneonta Lodge Building Fund No. 466,322, Main Street, Oneonta, NY 13820.
Margaret Masercola
ONEONTA — Margaret M. Masercola, 92, formerly of Utica, and an Oneonta resident since 1969, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2003, at the Oneonta Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center.
She was born Jan. 11, 1911, in Utica, the daughter of Anthony and Maria (Augello) Maida.
She married Thomas Masercola on Sept. 20, 1930, and he passed away on April 3, 1969.
While living in Oneonta, she was a member of St. Mary's Church.
She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Margaret and James Doellefeld of Albany; and a son-in-law, Fred Basilio of Oneonta; her grandchildren, Bonnie and Steve Havens of Oneonta, John Basilio of Sarasota, Fla., Lauren and Jeff Knapp of Jacksonville, Fla., Dr. Steven Doellefeld, and Julia Doellefeld of Albany; two great-grandchildren, Jennifer and Stephanie Havens of Oneonta; a sister, Rachael Roselli of Utica; as well as nieces and nephews, including Grace Talerico of Utica.
She was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara Basilio, on March 29, 2003.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2003, at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Oneonta, with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, associate pastor officiating. Burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery in Utica. There will be no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church, 39 Walnut St., Oneonta, NY 13820.
Arrangements are by the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, Oneonta.
Richard E. Grimont
SOUTH EDMESTON — Richard E. Grimont, 72, of South Edmeston, died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2003, at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown.
He was born on Feb. 25, 1931, in Peekskill, the son of Paul Grimont and Edith (Williams) Grimont.
He married Audrey Zimmer in Peekskill, on July 30, 1955. She died June 29, 1994.
He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War attaining the rank of Corporal.
He was employed by General Motors Corporation of Tarrytown, as an assembler.
He had resided in South Edmeston since 1985, and had formerly lived in Peekskill.
He was an avid fisherman and had been a member of the Peekskill Fire Department.
He is survived by his three children, Donna Giannini and husband, Vincent of Otego, Sharon Anderson and husband, Charles of Unadilla, and Joann Hurtt and her significant other of Edmeston; his grandchildren, Charles, Richard and Valerie Anderson, Audrey, Jessica and Janice Hurtt and Melissa Grimont; two great-grandchildren, Dorian and Adrian Anderson; his girlfriend, Esther Worden, and her children, Brian and Tim Worden.
He was predeceased by three sisters.
Calling hours will be held at the Johnston Funeral Home on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2003, from 7 to 9 p.m., with the funeral service to start at 9 p.m. with Pastor J.F. Mclallen of the South Edmeston Community Church officiating.
In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to donate to the American Cancer Society, 57 Front St., Binghamton, NY 13905 or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220 in his memory. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Arrangements are by the Johnston Funeral Home of Morris.
Anne P. Yourno
HARTWICK — Anne Phillips Yourno, 87, of Oaks Creek Stock Farm on State Highway No. 28, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 27, 2003, in Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, with the comfort of her family by her side. After a long, fulfilling and productive life she rejoined her beloved husband, Pat, after only a five-week separation.
Anne was born on June 17, 1916, in Clifton, N.J., daughter of the late Michael and Helen Kovban Filipovich. Her family moved to this area in 1922, and began farming.
Anne graduated as class valedictorian from the Schuyler Lake School in 1933. She then attended the Albany Normal School, graduated from Mildred Elley School and worked in Albany as a highly valued legal secretary from 1936 until 1942. At that time she returned home to care for her mother and help run the family farm with her father and brother.
In 1945, she met a sweet and somewhat shy young man, Albert P. Yourno, who bought the farm across the road. They were married on Nov. 20, 1948, in Herkimer. Together as full partners they continued a thriving dairy operation and cattle dealing business until just a few years ago. Her husband, Albert, preceded Anne in death on July 21, 2003.
She is survived by her cherished son, James of Hartwick; her adored daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and John Breen of Lake Luzerne, and Ann Marie and William Lewicki of Otego; a brother, Michael and his wife, Eloise of Skaneateles; a sister, Dorothy Foxx of Florida; a dear nephew, Vito Yourno and his wife, Beverly of Sauquoit; and two cousins, Martha Chomjak and Olga Noar of Illinois.
Deeply intelligent, observant and perceptive, Anne took a keen interest in the world around her. She loved people and delighted in hearing about their lives and discussing virtually any topic with them. Anne was especially knowledgeable and articulate about current events, politics, health issues and economics, but she was always eager to learn more about any subject that arose. She read voraciously and widely, did her daily crossword puzzle religiously, was a proud and avid organic gardener, enjoyed cooking healthy and creative meals, and kept meticulous financial records, mementos and journals of daily activities for the family.
Anne was a true helpmate to her husband, a source of unwavering support to her children, and a generous and charming friend to others. Her determination, positive spirit, and giving nature will continue to be an inspiration to those she loved so well and whom she brought such joy.
A woman of great spirituality and faith, Anne was a devoted member of Christ Episcopal Church, Cooperstown, where her Funeral with Holy Eucharist will be held on Saturday Aug. 30, 2003, at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Douglas C. Smith, Rector, officiating. Following the service, Anne will be laid to rest in the Fly Creek Cemetery.
A reception to celebrate her life will be held immediately afterward in the Parish Hall of Christ Church.
Anne's family will be present to receive relatives and friends in J. Seaton McGrath Funeral Home, 40 West James St., Richfield Springs, Friday, from 4 until 8 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be made in the name of Anne P. Yourno to the Catskill Area Hospice Hope Foundation, 542 Main St., Oneonta, NY 13820. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
We are deeply thankful to that organization for their invaluable help and guidance during this difficult time. The family, especially Barbara and Ann, would like also to express our profound gratitude to the third and fourth floor staff of Bassett Healthcare for their compassionate and loving care of our mother and of us during these last five weeks. The wisdom, skill, time and many kindnesses that you extended to us will never be forgotten.
Scott D. Crounse
OLD FORGE — A Memorial Mass for Scott D. Crounse, 42, who passed away May 13, 2002, will be celebrated 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2003, at St. Bartholomew's Church in Old Forge.
Arrangements are by Eldridge-Dimbleby Funeral Home in Old Forge.
James M. Vitale Sr.
DANVILLE, Pa. — James M. Vitale Sr., 61, of 205 Maple St., Danville, Pa., died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2003, at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, where he was a patient for 11 days. He had been seriously ill for one month.
He was born Aug. 31, 1941, in Shamokin, Pa., a son of the late Michael and Jean (Cripps) Vitale. He resided in Danville for the past three years and previously in Pottsville, Pa., for 15 years and Oneonta, for 10 years. His early life was spent in Danville where he was a 1961 graduate of Danville High School.
James was employed as advertising manager of the Pottsville Republican-Herald for the past 16 years and previously was the advertising director of The Daily Star in Oneonta for 10 years. Before that he was the assistant retail advertising manager of The Daily Item, Sunbury, Pa.
He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Danville, the Pottsville Lions Club and the Pennsylvania Newspaper Publishers Association, of which he was a former board member. He was a member of the Oneonta Kiwanis Club while residing in Oneonta. He also belonged to the Continental Fire Co., East End Fire Co., and the Washington Fire Co., all Danville.
Surviving are his wife, the former Donna M. Wilt with whom he celebrated his 42 wedding anniversary on Jan. 10; two sons, James M. Vitale Jr. and his wife, Peggy, of Danville and William E. Vitale and his wife, Tonya, of San Antonio, Texas; two daughters, Penny M. Hodish of Danville and Tana M., wife of Shannon Young, of York, Pa.; nine grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. He is also survived by seven siblings, Mrs. Andrew (Alice) Sacavage, of Mt. Carmel, Pa.; John Kwiatkowski of Mt. Carmel, Pa., Edward Burke of Danville, Pa., Claire Campbell of Riverside, Pa., Mrs. Harold (Georgia) Schrawder of Limestoneville, Pa., and William Burke of Chester, Va.
He was preceded in death by twin granddaughters, Maria Mae and Grace Ann Young, on Oct. 5, 2002.
Friends may call at the Roat-Kriner Funeral Home, 1715 Bloom Road., Danville, on Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. There will be no viewing at the church Monday.
Funeral services will be Monday at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, E. Market and Church Streets, Danville, with his pastor, the Rev. Marjorie E. Weiss officiating.
Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Danville.
The family will provide flowers.
Memorials may be made to the Geisinger Medical Center Miracle Network, 100 N. Academy Ave., Danville, PA 17822.
Scott Crounse
ONEONTA — Scott Crounse died after a heroic battle with cancer at Massachusetts General Hospital on May 13, 2002.
Born May 27, 1959, he was a resident of Old Forge and Oneonta and educated in the Town of Webb Schools, Old Forge and Utica College, Utica.
At the time of his death, he had been chief executive officer of Southside NAPA Auto Parts for 12 years.
Scott was an avid supporter of local soccer organizations. Besides being the assistant coach of the women's soccer team at State University of New York at Oneonta, he played for the National Hall of Fame Soccer team for four years, he was a founding member for both the Oneonta Adult Soccer League and the Headwaters Soccer Club and served as a board member for each club. He coached many girls championship soccer teams.
Scott was a competitive runner and ran in the Utica Boilermaker many times. He was an accomplished skier and skied in France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Canada and all of the high points of the United States.
Scott was a 6 foot, 2 inch mountain of a man with the disposition of saint. Disney World was Scott's favorite hide out.
Scott was preceded in death by his mother, Noreen, and survived by his father, Elmer of Old Forge and Honolulu, his two brothers, Bob of Old Forge and Mark "Vince" of Oneonta, and numerous friends who miss him dearly.
A memorial Mass for Scott D. Crounse, will be celebrated at 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 5, at St. Bartholomew's Church of Old Forge.
Arrangements are being handled by Eldridge-Dimbleby Funeral Home, Old Forge.
Mary Mattice
JEFFERSON — Mary Mattice, 95, passed away Thursday, Aug. 28, 2003, at the Glendale Nursing Home in Glenville.
She was born Nov. 7, 1907, in Rillton, Pa., the daughter of Jacob and Anna (Rope) Stegel.
She married Ford Mattice on Nov. 6, 1925, in Howes Cave. He predeceased her in February of 1983.
She lived in Rotterdam from 1927 to 1970, then moved to Titus Lake Road in Jefferson.
Mrs. Mattice was a member of St. Paul's/Zion Lutheran Church in Richmondville and at one time the Charlotte Valley Fish and Game Club.
She is survived by her children, George W. and his wife, Laura Mattice, of Galway, Norma E. and her husband, Paul Orton, of Scotia and Henry F. Mattice of Rotterdam; a brother, Louis Stegel of West Virginia; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, several great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held at the E.J. Skinner Co., Funeral Chapel in Worcester on Monday, Sept. 1, at 10 a.m. with the funeral service starting at 11 a.m.
Burial will follow at the East Worcester Cemetery, state Highway 7.
At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Paul's/Zion Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 491, Richmondville, NY 12149
Arrangements are by the E.J. Skinner Co., 155 Main St., Worcester.
Herbert 'Chris' Grenz
ROCHESTER — Herbert "Chris" Grenz, formerly of Morris, died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2003.
He was born in Hempstead on Sept. 11, 1941. He served in the United States Navy from 1961 to 1964 and was an electrical engineer.
He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie J. Peach, and her mother, Ruth James, of Florida; granddaughter, Brittany Michielson; brother, Fred W. Grenz, of Florida, and several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, at Riverside Cemetery in Rochester.
Arrangements are being handled by Bartolomeo & Perotto Funeral Home, 1411 Vintage Lane, Greece.
Mary E. Stanhouse
ONEONTA — A memorial service for Mary E. Stanhouse will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, 2003, at the West Oneonta Cemetery, with Judith Thistle, chaplain, conducting the service.
Mary Chesbro was born in Oneonta, on Nov. 9, 1916, and passed over on Oct. 26, 2002, in Clearwater, Fla.
Her family members, daughters, Dorene Stanhouse and Janet Mooney, respectfully invite your presence.
