Frances “Frankie” I. Ferry-Wells, age 91, of Gouverneur, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2017 at Summit Village Nursing Home in Watertown.
Frances was born on May 11, 1925 in Watertown, N.Y. to the late Carl and Rose (Petrie) Hart. She graduated from Gouverneur Central School in 1943. She was part owner of Ferry’s Store in Edwards, and was part owner of Wells Construction.
Frankie was a member of the Gouverneur VFW and the Blue Brigade marching unit. She enjoyed bingo and bowling, was an avid sports fan and loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by two sons and their wives, Tim and Sue Alguire and Vincent and Cindy Ferry, both of Gouverneur; four daughters, Joan and Orville Eacker of Gouverneur, Jean and Randy Weidemoyer of Souderton, PA, Lorraine Lawrence of Elysian, MN and Janice and Robert Barbarito of Gouverneur; and 17 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren.
She is predeceased by a son, Ted Alguire, a brother, Kenneth Carl Hart, two sisters Katie Alguire and Margaret Fowler and a grandson Erik Eacker.
There were calling hours on Thursday, March 9, 2017 from noon to 2p.m. at French Funeral Home, Gouverneur with her funeral service immediately following at 2p.m., with Pastor Orville Eacker, her son-in-law, officiating. Burial followed at Fairview Cemetery in Edwards. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Donations may be made in Frankie’s memory to the Stepping Stone Ministries, 165 Smith Rd. Gouverneur, NY 13642.
Jake Thomas Ferrick
Jake Thomas Ferrick
Jake Thomas Ferrick, age 8, of Gouverneur, became an angel on February 26, 2017 and went to Heaven, surrounded by his loving parents, brother, and sister.
A mass will be held on Saturday, March 4 at 11a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, Gouverneur with Fr. Shane Lynch officiating. A reception will follow at the St. James Catholic School.
Jake was born in Potsdam on October 16th, 2008, the son of Jason and Angela Weaver Ferrick.
He was a student at St. James Catholic School and enjoyed playingt-ball and Pokémon Go with his Dad. He also enjoyed playing with his best friends John Michael and RJand cousin Tommy. He was the greatest joy to both his Mom and Dad. He will always be remembered for the bright light he was to everyone who knew him.
Jake is survived by his parents, Jason and Angela, his sister Vincenza Gillan and his brother Christian Gillan of Gouverneur, his grandparents Holly and Lonnie Weaver of Gouverneur, Margaret Reed of Hermon, his great grandmothers Margaret Grant of Hermon, Willard Weaver of Gouverneur, Marilyn Knight of Georgia, several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Memorial donations in Jake's memory may be made to Ryan's Wish Foundation, PO Box 326, Gouverneur, N.Y. 13642.
Dianne M. Calvani
Dianne M. Calvani
Dianne M. Calvani, 56, Gouverneur, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2017, at Riverledge Healthcare in Ogdensburg, surrounded by the love of her husband, daughter, family, and friends.
A funeral mass will be held on Friday, March 3 at 11 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, Gouverneur with Fr. Shane Lynch officiating. Calling hours were on Thursdayat the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
Dianne was born on December 22, 1960 in Gouverneur, the daughter of Magno and Gilda Pistolesi Calvani.
She attended St. James School and graduated from Gouverneur High School. Dianne did her undergraduate work at SUNY Potsdam and while in Dallas, she attained her master's degree in sociology.
Dianne was employed by the Salvation Army and at Social Services in Dallas, TX before she returned to the north country and worked at St. Lawrence County Dept. of Social Services.
On February 17, 1987, in Dallas, Dianne married the love of her life, Chester Ford.
Dianne loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed the craft girls group and was a communicant of St. James Church. Dianne devoted many years of work to assisting children and families who were in need. Dianne always considered her most important roles in life being a loving Mom and wife.
Dianne is survived by her husband, Chester, her daughter Shacoria “Cori” Jackson, her many cousins, aunts, and uncles. She is predeceased by her parents and two daughters- Marisa Ford and Logan Ford.
Memorial donations in Dianne’s memory may be made to St. James Catholic School, 164 East Main Street, Gouverneur, NY 13642.
Florence M. Woodward
Florence M. Woodward
Funeral services for Florence M. Woodward, age 93, of the East Road, Heuvelton were held at 11a.m. on Tuesday (Feb 28, 2017) at the Fox & Murray Funeral Home, with Lay Speaker Margaret Hance officiating. Entombment will follow at Foxwood Memorial Park.
Calling hours were held on Monday from 2 to 4p.m. and6 to 8p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Woodward passed away on Thursday Feb 23, 2017 surrounding by her loving family.
Surviving are two sons, Thomas (Lisa) Woodward of Heuvelton and Robert (Renee’) Woodward of Hurley N.Y.; two daughters, Janis Woodward of Heuvelton, Jane (Sam) Chapman of Holden MO; a sister Lucy Dukett of Saranac Lake; a brother Norman Wilson of Port Henry; son-in-law Ron Khroon of Glens Falls; a sister-in-law Irma Woodward of Gouverneur; grandchildren Tammy Staples, David Woodward, Caellum Woodward, Jillian (Brad) Coelho and Heidi Ostrander; great-grandchildren Devin Woodward, Tec Sgt. Justin Taylor USAF and Andrea Thompson, Jessica Taylor and Wes Schofell, Joshua Woodward, Olivia Coelho, David and Ashley Ostrander, Ethan Burwell and Karle and Kayle McCormick. three great, great grandchildren and one expected around September: Kaydence Ashley, Kendall Schofell, and Evelyn Schofell; several special nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband, John, and two sons, John J. (Jack) and William, two sisters Lillian Johnson and Gladys Simpson and four brothers, Walter, Wilbur, Clarence and Lloyd Wilson.
Florence was born on October 20, 1923 in Huntington, Quebec, a daughter of the late Ernest and Clara (Vondell) Wilson. She graduated from Canton High School and later married John J. Woodward Sr.
During her career she waitressed, worked at Aiello’s Cheese for nine years, babysat many children, and then began her antique business in 1980 which she has operated until recently.
Florence became a naturalized United State citizen, and was very proud of that.
She was a member of St. Lawrence County Antiques Association, Heuvelton Historical Association, DePeyster Methodist Church and former Den Mother for Pack 9. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, dancing, going to Florida, antiquing watching the RFD Channel, meeting new people and spending time with her family.
Memorial contributions can be made to the DePeyster Methodist Church or St. Lawrence County Hospice. Condolences can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.
Raymond Richard “Dick” Shepherd
Raymond Richard “Dick” Shepherd, age 77, of Richville, passed away on February 19, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse.
Calling hours were held at French Funeral Home in Gouverneur on Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 4p.m. to 6p.m. His funeral service will be at the funeral home on Friday at 11 a.m. with James Meola officiating. Burial following in the Wayside Cemetery in Richville.
Dick was born on August 19, 1939 in Gouverneur to the late Raymond E. and Ruth F. (Teal) Shepherd. He served in the United States Army from May 6, 1963 until his honorable discharge on May 6, 1965. He married Kareata Jane VanOrnum on July 24, 1965 at the Oxbow Presbyterian Church with Rev. Sinclair officiating.
Dick retired from the St. Lawrence County Building and Grounds crew after working there for 22 years. He had previously worked as a bus driver for Leon LaForty, worked for the Town of Gouverneur, and was an appliance repairman at VanOrnum’s Furniture Store.
In his free time, Dick enjoyed woodworking, restoring antiques, and fishing. He especially loved time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
His survivors include his wife, Jane Shepherd of Richville; a daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Wade Hazelwood of Marion, IN; a son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Lori Shepherd of Snellville, GA; a sister, Sue Aldrich of Antwerp; three grandchildren, Brooke Shepherd, Zachary Shepherd, and Trevor Hazelwood; and two great-grandchildren, Jayden Shepherd and Conner Litherland.
He is predeceased by his parents and two brothers, Lynn and Wayne Shepherd.
Donations in memory of Dick may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Harold P. Farren
Harold P. Farren
Harold P. Farren, 77, Gouverneur, passed away at home on Tuesday, February 14, 2017.
There are no funeral services and arrangements are with the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
Harold was born in Fullerville on February 10, 1940, the son of Harold and Thelma Hitchman Farren.
He attended school in Gouverneur and served in the United States Navy from 1958 to 1961.
Harold worked for Rouse Construction Company for several years and more recently worked at Fort Drum.
He was a member of the Gouverneur VFW and enjoyed hunting and working in the outdoors.
Harold married Peggy Palmer on April 26, 1985 in Gouverneur.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy, a stepdaughter Laura Looker of Gouverneur, a stepson Lucas Macaulay of Gouverneur, a niece Juanita Farren of California, and three grandchildren Jared Hartle, Bailey Looker, and Elijah Looker. Harold is predeceased by his father Harold, his mother Thelma Lutz, and a brother Dale Farren.
Memorial donations in Harold's memory may be made to Friends 4 Pound Paws, PO Box 394, Gouverneur, NY 13642.
Trina Marie Holmes
Trina Marie Holmes, 50, Gouverneur, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at her home.
Calling hours were held on Saturday, February 11 from 11 a.m. to 1p.m, followed by a funeral service at 1p.m. at the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur with Fr. Shane Lynch, pastor of St. James Church, Gouverneur, officiating.
Trina was born in Ankara, Turkey on January 10, 1967, the daughter of Bruce and Judith Narrow Gale.
She graduated from Indian River Central School and lived most of her life in the north country.
Trina had worked at the Clearview Motel for the past 15 years.
She enjoyed crocheting, watching football as an avid Buffalo Bills fan, and enjoyed collecting Buffalo Bills memorabilia.
Trina was previously married to Joseph W. Holmes.
Trina is survived by her son Zachery Holmes of Gouverneur, her parents Judy and David Desormeaux of Antwerp, Bruce D. Gale of Greece, her beloved companion, Fred "Tab" Nicholl of Gouverneur, her siblings Bruce and Claudia Gale of Greece, Joseph and Tara Desormeaux of St. Augustine, FL, Torie Gay of Gouverneur, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles.
Your light hasn't left us, it's shining in heaven now. We love you.
Elise Liscum
Elise Liscum, 81, of Gouverneur, passed away on February 5, 2017 at Massena Memorial Hospital.
There will be a celebration of life at a later date.
Elise was born on November 16, 1935 in DeKalb to the late Laura and Clifton Whitney. She was a homemaker.
Surviving her are daughters Jane and son-in-law Warren Belmore, April Belmore, Eula Whitney, Virginia Bale, Nevins Mackey, Alice VanPatten, and son James “Lucky” Liscum.
Also surviving are grandchildren Chasity Crespin, Megan Dean, David and Haley Liscum, Holly and Leah Liscum and Ethan Belmore. Great-grandchildren are Elyjah Liscum, Alivia Wilson, Noah Crespin, Adam and Zavion Dean, Cash and Leroy Liscum, Trevor Liscum, Carson Liscum, and Gage Liscum. She also has sisters and one brother surviving.
Elise was predeceased by one sister and many brothers.
Kenneth R. Bates
Kenneth “Punch” R. Bates, age 86, of Gouverneur, passed away on February 3, 2017 at the United Helpers Maplewood Nursing Home.
Calling hours were held at French Funeral Home in Gouverneur on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 from 2p.m. to 4p.m. and 6p.m to8 p.m. His funeral service was on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial in the Hailesboro Cemetery.
Ken was born on January 3, 1931 in Redwood to the late Raymond and Beulah (Stanton) Bates. He grew up in Redwood and served in the U.S. Army Reserves until he was honorably discharged.
Punch married Marlene M. Hess on September 1, 1950 in Morristown. The couple owned and operated a dairy farm on the Little Bow Road in Gouverneur for many years. Marlene passed away on October 9, 2005.
Punch enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and playing cards. He was a member of the Silver Sands Hunting Club and former member of the Gouverneur Elks Lodge.
His survivors include four children, Michael and Deborah Bates, Kathy and Wayne Bishop, Lisa and Greg Nichols, Stephen Bates and his companion, Christine Cognetti; a sister-in-law, Marion Barr; 11 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents, his wife, Marlene, brothers Robert, Oren “Tim” and Earl, and a half brother, Jeff Turner.
Donations in memory of Punch may be made to the St. Lawrence County Cancer Fund, PO Box 291, Canton NY 13617. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Grace Viola Hutton
Grace Viola Hutton, 86, Macomb, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2017 at Riverledge Health Care in Ogdensburg where she had resided the past two years.
A funeral service will be held Friday, February 10 at 11a.m. at the Green Funeral Home in Gouverneur with pastor Rachel Roberts of the Chaumont Presbyterian Church officiating and burial in Pleasant Lake Cemetery in Brasie Corners.
Grace was born on September 21, 1930 in Gouverneur, the daughter of Clarence and Grace Kyer Cummings.
She attended Gouverneur High School and married Carlton R. Hutton on March 25, 1949 at the Gouverneur First Methodist Church parsonage with Rev. Harold A. Thomas officiating.
Grace was active as a 4-H leader for the Macomb Sunshine Club, served in the Gouverneur Central School Parent-Teacher Association, was a member of the Milestone Birthday Club, and the Presbyterian Church of Brasie Corners. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, knitting, and sewing.
Grace and her daughter Judy owned and operated the White Goose Custom Sewing Shop for several years. She also worked beside her husband on the family dairy farm on the Hutton Road and then with her son running the farm after Carlton passed away in 1997.
She is survived by her children Judy and Tom Wood of Philadelphia, Dale Hutton and his fiance Mary Ann Babcock of Macomb and Binghamton, Joy and Ted Markwick of Gouverneur, her two sisters Claire Bartholomew of Arlington, VA and Mary Kirker of Oxbow. Grace also has five grandchildren: Michele Wood Parks and her husband Ed of Baldwinsville, Tracey Wood Fuller and her husband Matt of Hudson, Jana Wood Gately and her husband Michael of Philadelphia, Sarah Markwick Pawananon and her husband Pat of Gouverneur, Jonathan Markwick and Casey McBroom of Gouverneur. Grace also enjoyed the company of her 12 great grandkids. She is predeceased by her three brothers John, David, and Thomas Cummings.
Memorial contributions in Grace's memory may be made to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676 or Gouverneur Breast Cancer Fund, PO Box 64, Gouverneur, NY 13642.
Dan Wolfe
John Daniel Wolfe, 62, Russell, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at Van Duyn Home in Syracuse.
A graveside service was held on Saturday, February 4 at 12noon at the Hermon Cemetery with Charles Colton of the Russell Pilgrim Holiness Church officiating. Arrangements were with the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
Dan was born in Canton on May 28, 1954, the son of John Albert and Betty Davis Wolfe.
He attended Knox Memorial School and attended BOCES for electrical training.
Dan married Pamela S. Colton, and the couple has resided many years in Russell where they raised a family and Dan worked as a rural mail carrier for 35 years.
Dan enjoyed watching shows on and studying history, collected rocks, stamps, and coins, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Pam, his children Scott of Russell, Daniel of Russell, Sherry and Brad Cordwell of Madrid, Kristine and Elmer Phillips of Colton, and his seven grandchildren. Dan is predeceased by his parents and 2 grandchildren.
Memorial donations in Dan's memory may be made to your local organizations which assist families with cancer, diabetes, or Alzheimer's.
Elise Liscum
Elise Liscum, 81, of Gouverneur, passed away on February 5, 2017 at Massena Memorial Hospital.
There will be a celebration of life service on Sunday, February 12 at Pine Grove from 3p.m. to 5 p.m.
Elise was born on November 16, 1935 in DeKalb to the late Laura and Clifton Whitney. She was a homemaker.
Surviving her are daughters Jane and son-in-law Warren Belmore, April Belmore, Eula Whitney, Virginia Bale, Nevins Mackey, Alice VanPatten, and son James “Lucky” Liscum.
Also surviving Elise are grandchildren Chasity Crespin, Elyjah Liscum, Alivia Luilson, Adam and Zavion Dean, Cash and Leroy Liscum, Trevor, Carson, Gage Liscum. She also has sisters and one brother surviving.
Elise was predeceased by one sister and many brothers.
Marjorie I. Smith
Marjorie I. Smith, 83, Gouverneur, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2017 at Riverledge Health Care in Ogdensburg.
Calling hours wereon Thursday, February 9 from noon to 1:30 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 1:30 p.m. at the Green Funeral Home, Gouvernuer with Rev. Beth Quick, pastor of the Gouverneur First Methodist Church, officiating and burial in Fairview Cemetery, Edwards.
Marjorie was born in Hammond on June 27, 1933, the daughter of John and Lula Halladay Elliott.
She married James "Raymond" Smith on October 15, 1960 in Canton.
Raymond, a retired dairy farmer, passed away on November 6, 2011.
Marjorie was a homemaker and a busy mother, raising a family of 11 children. She enjoyed playing bingo, visiting the casino, reading, and spending time with her family.
Marjorie is survived by eight children: Ronnie and Billie Jo of Gouverneur, Kevin of Brier Hill, Brian and Janet of Dexter, Tracy and Yvonne of Massena, Brenda and Mike Saidel of Gouverneur, Rosemary and Willis Smith of Gouverneur, Cindy and Marcus Scutt of Hudson, Penny and Robert Stalker of Valatie, a daughter-in-law Joanne Smith of Philmont, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great, great grandchildren.
Marjorie is also survived by her sisters Thelma Morehouse, Rita Chambers, Vivian Day, and Ilona Elliott. She is predeceased by her husband, three sons James, Jeffrey, and Raymond Smith, her brothers Jack, Glenn, Arthur, and Stanley Elliottand her sister Beverly Petrie.
Memorial donations in Marjorie's memory may be made to Gouverneur Breast Cancer Fund, PO Box 64, Gouverneur, NY 13642 or Ryan's Wish Foundation, PO Box 326, Gouverneur, NY 13642.
Death Notice: Trina M. Holmes
Trina M. Holmes
Gouverneur - Trina M. Holmes, 50, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday at her home.
Calling hours are on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a funeral service at 1 p.m. at the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
William R. Vorce
William Robinson Vorce, age 84, of Gouverneur, passed away on February 1, 2017 at the Gouverneur Hospital.
He married Dorothy LaFountain in Madrid, N.Y. on August 26, 1955. Mr. Vorce worked for Niagara Mohawk and then National Grid for 38 years before his retirement.
Bill is survived by his wife, Dorothy Vorce, of Gouverneur and their son, Christopher Vorce of Cortland.
Honoring his wishes, there will be no services. Donations in Bill’s memory may be made to the Gouverneur Volunteer Rescue Squad, PO Box 164, Gouverneur NY 13642. Arrangements are with French Funeral Home in Gouverneur. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Connie M. House
“It's all about life. Every day you can see family in each other's eyes. There is not a day that goes by where your family is not with you, so don't ever say that you don't have anybody. They are always with you even when you can’t see them”
Connie M. House, age 68, of Gouverneur, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2017 at Gouverneur Hospital surrounded by her family.
Following Connie’s wishes, all are welcome to a celebration of her life on Friday, February 3, 2017 at the Gouverneur VFW starting at 5p.m. There will be a burial at Maple Grove Cemetery in Richville later in the spring.
Arrangements are with French Funeral Home, Gouverneur. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Connie was born on July 8, 1948 in Gouverneur to the late Earl H. and Edna I. (Booth) House. She graduated from Gouverneur Central School in 1966. She worked at Jumbo’s Diner as a waitress and short order cook for many years. She had also previously worked at Turners Truck Stop. As her grandchildren came, she would frequently babysit them for her daughters. Connie enjoyed doing her scratch off tickets and also liked doing word search puzzles.
Surviving are two daughters, Lena and Ronald Bush and Tonya House; seven grandchildren, Aaron Bush, Alec House-Baillargeon, Cailyn House-Baillargeon, Nevaeh House-Hall, Haydn House-Hall, Niciara House-Bowman and Amirian House-Bowman; two great grandchildren, Klyrissa and Kendall Bush; and a brother, Mike House and several nieces and nephews.
Connie is predeceased by seven brothers, Lyle, Aubrey, Howard “Buster”, Carlton, Dan, Ralph and Richard and two sisters, Judith House- Passage and Joyce House Terry.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Connie’s family.
Helen Gray
Helen (née Reynolds) Gray of Ontario, Canadadied at the Winchester District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at the age of 64 years. Helen was the beloved wife of Douglas Gray, dear sister of Robert, Randy, Rosie and Suzie.
She was predeceased by her parents Hugh and Ardis (née Conklin) Reynolds.
In keeping with her wishes there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
A celebration of Helen’s life will be held at a later date.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Wilson Funeral Home, 822 Pitt Street, Cornwall.
If so desired, contributions in her memory to the SD&GOSPCA(by cheque) would be appreciated by the family. Online messages of condolence may be made in the obituary section of: www.wilsonfuneralhome.ca
Jane M. Gleason
Jane M. Gleason, 73, of Holkins Rd., Philadelphia, N.Y. passed away Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, surrounded by her sisters.
Born on October 12, 1943 in Theresa, she was a daughter of Michael A. and Helen A. Pogozelski Martusewicz.
Jane married Harry L. Gleason on July 15, 1970. He died July 6, 2016.
The couple enjoyed square dancing and going to farm auctions.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Douglas and Yvonne Dickhaut, Ohio; a step-daughter and her companion, Tina Greenlee and Randy Heidelbach, Georgia; her mother, Helen A. Gamble, Watertown; three sisters and three brothers-in-law, Joan (her twin) and Norm Whiteford, Antwerp, NY, Kathy and Gary Rust, Gouverneur, and Patricia and Frank Folino, Rodman, N.Y.; two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law, Ruth Hoover, Philadelphia, NY and Edith and Ivan Filiatrault, Antwerp; three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law, Roy Gleason and his companion, Faye Morris of North Carolina, Elmer and Rose Gleason, Philadelphia, N.Y. and Delos and Patricia Gleason, Philadelphia, N.Y.; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.
Her father, her husband, a daughter, Vickey Webb, a step-son, Randy Gleason and a grandson, Jessie Webb, all died before her.
Funeral services were at 1 p.m. Monday, January 23, 2017 at Frederick Bros. Funeral Home, Theresa, with Rev. Christopher Looby of St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Philadelphia, NY, officiating. Burial will be in Oxbow Cemetery, Oxbow, N.Y.
Calling hours were from 11a.m. to1 p.m., prior to the service.
Donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 120 Washington Street, Suite 419, Watertown, NY13601.
Condolences may be made online at www.frederickbrosfuneralhome.com.
Katherine Y. Moore
Katherine “Katie” Y. Moore, age 88, of Gouverneur, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2017 at her home under the loving care of her family and hospice.
There will be a calling hour at French Funeral Home, Gouverneur on Saturday, January 28, 2017 from noon until 1p.m. with her funeral service immediately following at 1p.m. with Birney Kellogg officiating. Burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery, Gouverneur.
Katie was born on December 28, 1928 in Gouverneur to the late Alvin and Edna (Washburn) Young. She graduated from the Gouverneur High School in 1946 and from St. Luke’s School of Nursing, Utica, in 1949.
Katie married Murray Moore on August 18, 1950 at the Gouverneur Methodist Parsonage with Rev. William Wood officiating. The couple lived in Rochester and Syracuse before returning to the Gouverneur area in 1967. Murray passed away on January 18, 1983.
Mrs. Moore retired from the E.J. Noble Hospital in Gouverneur as the day supervisor in December of 1990. She had previously worked as a private duty nurse in Syracuse.
Katie loved square dancing and attended country music jams several times a week. She enjoyed tending her flower gardens in the summer and spending winters in Florida. Katie was a member and past president of the Macomb Senior Citizens, a member of the Black River Valley Fiddlers, the Macomb Sunshine 4H Club, the Tourist Square Dancing Club, and organized the NYS Picnic atZephyrhills, FL.
Her survivors include four sons, Larry and his wife, Sue, Jimmy and his wife, Donna, D.J. and his companion, Laura Fuller, Eddie and his wife, Terri; her daughter, Judy McAllister and her husband, Allan; and a sister, Martha Sexton. She is also survived by her companion, Wallace Hurlbut, ten grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Katie is predeceased by a son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Barbara Moore, and a sister, Ruby Troxell.
Donations in memory of Katie may be made to the Ryan’s Wish Foundation, PO Box 326, Gouverneur NY 13642 or the Warner Cancer Treatment Center, 50 Leroy St., Potsdam N.Y. 13676. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Marie R. Sullivan
Marie R. Sullivan of Ontario, N.Y. and Gouverneur, entered into rest on January 22, 2017 at age 82.
Marie was predeceased by her brothers: Charles, Mack, and Paul Helvie.
Marie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, “Buster”, their children: William (Lauren) Sullivan, Ann (Donald) VanDusen and John (Sue) Sullivan; theirgrandchildren: Brittany and Jaymie Sullivan, Becky (Andrew) Sheldon; Robert VanDusen, and Katie (Pete) Sonneville; four great grandchildren; a brother, Carl Helvie; sisters Beatrice Cheeseman and Laura (Ron) Cronk; many extended family members and friends.
Calling hours will be held on January 29 from 1p.m. to 4p.m. at YoungFuneral Home, Williamson, N.Y.
In lieu of flowers, donations in loving memory of Marie can be made to the Pines of Peace: 2378 Ridge Road, Ontario, N.Y. 14519. Private burial in Bath National Cemetery.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.youngfuneralhomeny.com