Timothy Paul Markwick, 57, of 275 Barney Street, Gouverneur, died on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at the Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown surrounded by his sisters.
He was born on October 29, 1958 to the late Paul Allen and Betty Ruth Boscoe Markwick. He was a carpenter for many years; he retired due to becoming disabled.
He is survived by his four sisters: Linda Bodah, Jane Hall, and Margo Yerdon all of Gouverneur; and Barbara Lamar, Watkins Glen. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Timothy’s lifelong love was music. His happy place was playing the bass guitar. When he was young his dad taught him how to play the drums andfrom there he picked up guitar. God gave him a gift, self-taught, left handed, upside down known by so many as “Face on the Bass”.
Tim’s second love was his coon, hound “Blue”. She gave him great comfort, his unconditional companion. Last but not least his four older sisters. When their mom passed her last request was “you girls take care of that boy” and that they did. He is loved very much by so many.
Graveside Services will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2016 at 2p.m. in the Riverside Cemetery in Gouverneur, NY held by the family. Arrangements are being handled by the Northridge Cremation Chapel owned and operated by the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service Inc., located on the Town Line Road in Philadelphia, N.Y.
Donations in his memory can be made to the Gouverneur Rescue Squad. Online condolences can be made to: www.lundyfuneralhome.com
Myra J. Copeland
Myra J. Copeland, 77, of Gouverneur, passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Gouverneur Hospital.
A celebration of life was held on Thursday, October 27 from noon to 3p.m. at the Gouverneur VFW. Arrangements are with the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
Myra was born in Westville, N.Y. on August 24, 1939, the daughter of Harvey and Hazel Robinson Jones.
She attended schools in the North Country and attended Mater Dei College.
Myra drove bus for NYSARC, worked as a waitress, was employed at the Tru-Stitch Factory in Malone, and owned Myra's Corner Pub in Massena.
She enjoyed playing bingo, going to the casino, shopping, and liked to go out dancing with her family.
Myra is survived by her longtime companion, Edward McBroom, her brother Donald Jones of North Carolina, her sister Esther and Wayne LaRocque of Bangor, nieces and nephews.
She is predeceased by her parents, a son Scott Pitts, and a sister, Margaret Vermette.
Memorial donations in Myra's memory may be made to the Gouverneur Breast Cancer Fund, PO Box 64, Gouverneur, NY 13642.
Brennan Devon Stevens
Brennan Devon Stevens, age 17, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 14, 2016 in a motor vehicle accident.
There were calling hours for Brennan on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 from 2p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at French Funeral Home Inc. in Gouverneur. His funeral service was on Wednesday, October 19th at 1:00 p.m. at the Gouverneur United Methodist Church with Rev. Beth Quick officiating. Burial will follow at East Riverside Cemetery in Gouverneur. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Brennan was born on June 14, 1999 in Watertownto Gordon and Karen (Gordon) Stevens. He was currently a senior at Gouverneur Central School.
Brennan enjoyed fishing, hunting, family game nights, playing with his nieces and nephews and playing softball with the adults. He loved football and track. He was a section 10 champion for indoor and outdoor track, where he excelled in the triple jump.
Surviving are his parents, Gordon “Rufus” and Karen Stevens; three sisters, Amber and Sean Barr, Britney and Kristopher Jackson and Tia Stevens and her companion, Dustin Campbell; a brother, Gordon Stevens and his companion, Kristen McKee; his paternal grandmother, Betty Stevens; maternal grandfather, Ivan Gordon and his companion Ilene Cole; maternal grandmother, Lillian “Elaine” Lewis and her companion Ed Lancto; Brennan’s girlfriend, Carolina Whitney andthree nephews, Ethan, Kaleb and Conner and nieces, Sadie, Alexa, Aaralyan and Ariella and another niece, Devon is on the way.
Brennan is predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Gordon Stevens; his step grandfather, Orville Lewis and a cousin Yorr Marchione.
Donations may be made in Brennan’s memory theAmerican Red Cross, P.O. Box 37839, Boone, IA 50037-0839.
K. Daniel “Danny” Slate
K. Daniel “Danny” Slate, 83, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Riverledge Health Care in Ogdensburg.
A graveside service will be held and announced in the spring. Arrangements are with the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
Danny was born in Ogdensburg on July 11, 1933, the son of Kenneth E. and Mildred Santay Slate.
He graduated from Gouverneur High School in 1953 and served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956 as a vehicle and heavy equipment mechanic.
He married Laura Mae Serviss on July 30, 1954 at Fort Benning, Georgia. Laura passed away on November 23, 2008.
Dan worked for Drummond’s Dairy for five years, during high school and for a year after graduation. Upon honorable discharge from the army, he worked as an auto mechanic at Dodd’s Motor Corp. for three years.
In 1959, Dan partnered with his wife Laura and Denver Davis as Wilson Street Garage and eventually operated a service station at 300 West Main Street as West Side Atlantic.
Danny enjoyed fishing, going to camp, racing stock cars, and his work at the garage. He was a member of the Gouverneur VFW.
He is survived by his three children Ronald and Roxanne Slate, Randy Slate, Robin and Russell Young, all of Gouverneur, several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dan is also survived by a sister Martha Liscum of North Carolina, several nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his wife Laura, a brother, Ronald Slate, a sister, Dolores Jones, and two great granddaughters Cassidy Young and Macy Slate.
Memorial donations in Danny’s memory may be made to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley or St. James School.
Timothy W. Cousino
Timothy W. Cousino Sr., age 62, of Gouverneur, passed away on Monday, October 10, 2016 at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse.
Calling hours for Tim will be on Monday, October 17, 2016 from 10a.m. a.m. to 2 p.m. at French Funeral Home Inc., Gouverneur. A graveside service will follow at 12:30 p.m. at East Riverside Cemetery. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Timothy was born on July 23, 1954 in Gouverneur, to the late Edward W. and Harriette R. (Boshane) Cousino Sr.
He attended Gouverneur Central School and then entered into the United States Navy and served until his honorable discharge.
A marriage to Caroline Berger and Jane Yerdon ended in divorce. Tim drove truck for a while before working construction, where he worked until he became disabled.
Tim loved to draw, play darts and loved cooking. He loved music, especially Elvis and enjoyed collecting various things.
Surviving are three sons, Timothy W. and Lynn Cousino Jr., Timothy E. Cousino and William K. and Carrie Cousino; four brothers, Anthony, Rodney, Edward Jr. and Floyd; five sisters, Annette Collette, Charlott Beldock, Michelle Swartsfigure, Sharon Seagrift and Judith Ross; four grandchildren, Willow, Ashley, Kelsey and Seth Cousino and several nieces and nephews.
Tim is predeceased by his parents and a sister, Joyce Wilson.
Marvin “Willie” Strate
Marvin “Willie” Strate, 84, a native of Edwards, passed away September 9, 2016 in Washington, where he resided.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 22 at 11a.m. at Spragueville Cemetery with a luncheon to follow at Pine Grove Housing on Barney Street in Gouverneur.
Marvin was born January 26, 1932 in Edwards, the son of Floyd and Beulah Fuller Strate.
He attended Gouverneur schools and served in the United States Army for two years during the Korean conflict.
Willie moved to Sumer, WA in 1965 and worked at Warehouser Manufacturing Company until his retirement.
Willie married Sandra Mathous of Oxbow, was married to the late Eleanor Quaills Bleau, and is survived by his wife Arleen. He is also survived by his children Cindy, Debbie, and Gary, his stepchildren and grandchildren, two sisters-in-law Lucy Strate and Lois Strate of Gouverneur, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
William “Bill” Thomas
Join us in the celebrating the life of William “Bill” Thomas, known as “Uncle Bill.” Bill passed away October 4, 2016 in his home in Springfield, TN with his wife Dawn and his two sons, Jamie and Jeremy by his side. He was under hospice care for two years.
Bill was born June 8, 1947 in Gouverneur, where he and Dawn lived until they moved to Tennessee in 1997.
Bill loved to go fishing, bowling, and riding in his truck. He loved and was loved by his wife Dawn, and his two sons, Jamie and wife Amy, Jeremy and wife Shannon, and his granddaughters Ashley, Emily and Adrian.
Bill has two brothers Bob and Jack, and two sisters Linda and Kathy who all live in Tennessee. He was loved and will be missed by all his friends and family, who collectively say: “We love you, Uncle Bill.”
Alice Ann Courts Perry
Alice Ann Courts Perry, age 84, formerly of Gouverneur, passed away on August 29, 2016 in Amarillo, Texas.
There will be a funeral mass on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at the St. James Catholic Church in Gouverneur at 11:00 a.m. with Father Shane Lynch officiating. Burial will follow in the New St. James Cemetery. Arrangements are with French Funeral Home in Gouverneur.
Alice was born on October 26, 1931 in Croghan, N.Y. to Elmer and Jessie Campany. She attended business school following high school. She moved to Amarillo in 1997. Alice was a homemaker. She did volunteer work at the Ronald McDonald House. She was an active member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and was a member of The Legion of Mary. Alice enjoyed reading, and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She prayed the rosary faithfully every day.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, James Courts in 1996; her son, Lawrence Courts in 2014; and several siblings.
Survivors include her husband, Ollie Perry; two sons, Steve Courts and wife Patsy of Amarillo, Joe Courts and wife Lori of Raleigh, N.C.; two daughters, Peggy Garrett of Naples, FL, and Sally Besaw and husband Joe of Rochester, NY; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three step-children; four step-grandchildren; and four step-great-grandchildren.
The family suggests memorials be made to The Ronald McDonald House, 1501 Streit Dr, Amarillo, Texas 79106 or the Sisters of the Precious Blood, 400 Pratt Street, Watertown NY 13601.
Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Erlene L. Mousaw
Erlene L. Mousaw, age 83, of Gouverneur, passed away at home on Thursday, September 22, 2016 under the care of her loving family and Hospice.
There was a graveside service held on Monday, September 26, 2016 at 3 p.m. in the Hailesboro Cemetery officiated by Rev. Howard Maxson. Arrangements are with French Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
Erlene was born on December 13, 1932 in Gouverneur to the late Clarence “Hick” and Harriet (Basset) Conklin. She graduated from the Gouverneur Central School in 1950. She had worked as a telephone operator in Gouverneur before becoming a full time Mom. In her free time, she loved to listen to music and dance; and enjoyed knitting and crocheting.
Erlene was married to Robert W. Kulp, Sr. Mr. Kulp passed away in 1971. She married Richard A. Mousaw. Mr. Mousaw passed away in 2012.
Her survivors include three children, Sandra Given, Bob Kulp and Joan Facello, Linda and Joseph Girard; four step-children, Patricia and Michael Abbott, Suzanne and Randy Binion-Wilke, Andrew and Lois Mousaw and Scott and Cindy Mousaw; and three sisters, Mary McClure, Kay and John Perry, and Joan Sheen. She is also survived by many grandchildren, step-grandchildren, great grandchildren and step-great grandchildren.
In addition to her husbands, Erlene is predeceased by a son, Randy Kulp; two brothers, Herbert and Francis Conklin; and a sister, Margaret Bresett.
Donations in memory of Erlene may be made to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US HWY 11, Potsdam NY 13676. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Isabel Jones
Isabel Jones, age 78, of Gouverneur, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Upstate Medical University in Syracuse.
Calling hours will be at French Funeral Home in Gouverneur on Saturday, September 10, 2016 from 2p.m. to 4p.m. immediately followed by her funeral service at 4p.m.
Isabel was born on January 6, 1938 in Cardinal, Ontario, Canada to the late Albert and Dora Pearl (Workman) Holliday. A marriage to Gary M. Jones ended in divorce.
Isabel retired as a stenographer for St. Lawrence County Public Health in Gouverneur. She had previously worked as a secretary for the Canada Starch Company, the Gouverneur Central School, and for the NAVY recruiting office in Gouverneur.
She enjoyed making jams with her sister, Jean, playing Bingo, attending the Friday luncheons at the Gouverneur Methodist Church, and travelling all over the world. She was a Life Member of the Gouverneur-St. Lawrence County Fair and enjoyed attending the events hereevery summer.
Isabel is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Andrew and Kathy Jones; her granddaughter, Sabrina Jones; and a sister, Jean Thompson.
She is predeceased by her parents and her brother, David Andrew Holliday.
Donations in memory of Isabel may be made to the Gouverneur United Methodist Church’s Friday luncheon, PO Box 157, Gouverneur NY 13642. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Robert M. Petrie
Robert M. Petrie, age 81, of Macomb, passed away suddenly on September 1, 2016 at the Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg after becoming ill at home.
There will be no public services. Arrangements are with French Funeral Home in Gouverneur. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Robert was born in Natural Dam on July 12, 1935 to the late William and Lyla (McPherson) Petrie. He attended the Gouverneur Central School and served in the National Guard Army Reserves.
He married Sandra T. Tulley on June 14, 1958 at the Heuvelton United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Kelsey Bicknell. Robert worked as a roofer for the Farley Roofing Company for 21 years before retiring in 1995.
Mr. Petrie was a member of the Roofer’s Union, the DeKalb Am Vets, the N.R.A., and enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening.
His survivors include his wife, Sandra; sons, William, Lonny and his wife, Heidi and Robert Petrie; daughters, Robyne Petrie-Platt and Candace Petrie; sons-in-law, Sam Parker, Michael Platt and Robert Thomas, Jr.; a sister, Bonnie Petrie; and brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Dawn Petrie. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and a great-great grandson.
Robert is predeceased by a son, James Petrie, a daughter, Sherry Parker, two brothers, Lyle and Donald Petrie, and two granddaughters, Tiffany Petrie and Laura Petrie Weir.
Donations in memory of Robert may be made to the Cerebral Palsy Association or a charity of one’s choice.
Leonard W. Lambert
Leonard W. Lambert, Jr., age 79, of Gouverneur, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at his home.
Calling hours for Leonard will be on Friday, September 9, 2016 from 6p.m. to 9p.m. and again on Saturday, September 10 from 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with his funeral service starting at 11a.m. at French Funeral Home in Edwards. Burial will follow at St. James Cemetery in Gouverneur. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Leonard was born on December 25, 1936 in Geneva, N.Y. to the late Leonard W. and Mamie (Scott) Lambert Sr. He attended Gorham Central School and then later he entered into the United States Air Force. He worked for different farmers and also worked with heavy equipment running various dozers. Leonard married Helen Gage on April 17, 1959 in the Town of Seneca. They operated his parents' farm in the Town of Gorham for two years.
In 1962, they purchased a small vineyard in Yates County. He also worked for Shay Gas and Oil, Penn Yan Express, operated his own dozer, worked construction and worked for another vineyardist.
In 1975, the couple purchased and operated Thy Will Dairy Farmand operated it for 24 years in West Hermon.
After retiring, they purchased a small home in the Town of Gouverneur, where Leonard enjoyed working for other farmers and began a hobby of woodworking. Throughout most of his life, he also enjoyed riding and working with horses.
Surviving is his wife of 57 years, Helen; three sons, Todd and Dianna Lambert of DeGrasse, Leonard Aaron Lambert and his companion Jean Storie of Gouverneur and K. Kristan Lambert and his companion Ellen Johnson of Gouverneur; three daughters, Kelley and Stan Edick of Whitesboro, Tracy and Kelvin Perrigo of Gouverneur and Lorrine Lambert and her companion Larry M. Allen of Gouverneur; a brother, Edward Lambert of Branch Port, N.Y.; a sister, Leola Melious of Winchester, VA; five grandchildren, four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Leonard is predeceased by his parents; a brother Donald Lambert; two sisters, Clara Saunderson and Mildred Woodley; and a grandson, Zachary Randall.
Donations may be made in Leonard’s memory to the Gouverneur Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 164, Gouverneur, NY 13642; The American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 31160, Hartford, CT 06150 or to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220.
Margaret Ryder
A memorial service was held for Margaret Ryder, Gouverneur, on Monday, August 1 at 3 p.m. at the Gouverneur First United Methodist Church with Judy Sibley officiating. Arrangements are with the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
Margaret, 72, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at SUNY Upstate Hospital in Syracuse.
Margaret was born in Exeter, New Hampshire on September 21, 1943, the daughter of Hollis and Deatta Prescott Pevear.
She graduated from high school in New Hampshire and received licensed practical nurses training. Margaret also served in the United States Army.
Margaret was employed at Rockingham County Children's Home in New Hampshire, various hospitals and nursing homes, and retired from Punta Gorda Care Center in Florida. Her favorite job was working with children with disabilities.
She lived most of her life in New Hampshire and Florida, the last several years in Gouverneur, and recently moved to Canton.
Margaret enjoyed Bible study, writing poetry, and spending time with family, especially her great grandchildren.
She was previously married to Edward Ryder.
Margaret is survived by her daughter Theresa "Terry" and Mario Pistolesi of Gouverneur, two grandchildren Crystal Salter of Tampa, FL, Justin and Katie Salter of Gouverneur, four great grandchildren Alaynna, Colton, Grady, and Luca, a brother Irving Pevear and his companion Jackie McCarthy of Dunbarton, N.H., a sister Marion Pevear of Newport Richey, FL, nieces and nephews.
She is predeceased by her parents.
Memorial donations in Margaret's memory may be made to the Gouverneur Breast Cancer Fund, PO Box 64, Gouverneur, NY 13642 or Agarwal Renal Center, Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, 503 Mansion Avenue, Ogdensburg, NY 13669.
Graveside service: David Bigelow & Donna Hayes Bigelow
A graveside service for David Bigelow who passed away March 16, 2015 and Donna Hayes Bigelow who passed away February 29, 2016 will be held, Saturday, August 20 at 2 p.m. at Maple Grove Cemetery, Richville.
Family and friends are invited for a short service and committal of their ashes.
A reception to be held immediately following the service at the Richville Fire Department, 71 Main Street, Richville.
Wayne F. Dusharm
Wayne F. Dusharm, age 64, of Gouverneur, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2016 at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley.
Wayne was born on December 19, 1951 in Gouverneur to the late Clyde F. and Beatrice M. (McIntosh) Dusharm.
He attended school at New York State School for the Deaf in Rome, N.Y. at the age of three and graduated in 1971.
He lost his hearing as a toddler due to meningitis. While attending the school of the deaf, at the age of 16 he lost his vision in his right eye due to a BB gun shot wound. While he was at school he was active in sports. He particularly loved playing basketball and won many awards. After graduation, he started working at Dodds Motors Corp. detailing cars. He left Dodds and started working at the Tribune Press, and there he found his love for graphic design.
He married Cheryl Sullivan in 1976. The marriage ended in divorce, but the couple remained friends. After his divorce, he decided to pursue his love of graphic design and attended St. Paul T.V.I. Prep School for the Deaf in St. Paul, MN from 1979-1980, receiving a certificate as a master printer.
He enrolled in Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluff, Iowa in 1980-1982, receiving his associates degree in graphic arts design. After graduating, he moved to Brookings, SD, working at Daktronics, making scoreboards and electrical signs. He moved to Madison, WI for a short time doing odd jobs, then moved back to New York in 1985.
He started working at Compas in Ogdensburg leaving due to eye strain. He worked at the NYSARC bottle redemption center and then went to work at Service Master in Gouverneur. His final place of employment and where he retired from was at the Gouverneur Cemetery Association.
Wayne is survived by his siblings, Gary and Carol Dusharm, Brookings, SD, Rodney Dusharm of Gouverneur and Darlene and Gregg Gonyeau of Gouverneur; nieces and nephews, Rhonda VanOrnam, Christopher, Jeremy, Kevin, and Daryl Dusharm, Jessica Gardner, Mandy Perrin, Melissa Hall, Melissa Woodward, Gaige and Garrison Gonyeau; nine great nieces and nephews and three great-great nephews.
Wayne’s disabilities did not keep him from living a full, adventurous life. He was an avid Yankee, Minnesota Viking, Syracuse Orangeman fan. He loved his friends, family and he loved to travel.
Calling hours for Wayne were on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 2p.m. at French Funeral Home, Gouverneur with the funeral immediately following at 2p.m. with Pastor Orville Eacker officiating. Burial will follow at East Riverside Cemetery.
Wayne loved animals, so in lieu of flowers, please make a monetary donation or a food donation to the Friends for Pound Paws, P.O. Box 394, Gouverneur, NY 13642.
Thelma L. “Sally” Bullock
Thelma Lou “Sally” Bullock, age 83, of Edwards, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown.
There were calling hours for Sally on Wednesday, July 27 from 2p.m. to 4p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at French Funeral Home, Edwards. Her funeral service was on Thursday, July 28at the Edwards United Methodist Church. Burial followed at Fairview Cemetery in Edwards.
Sally was born on September 7, 1932 in Heuvelton, NY to the late Cecil and Cecile (Woodrow) Smith. She attended Elm Creek Rural School in Russell and then graduated from Knox Memorial Central School. Sally then attended one year at St. Lawrence University.
She married Clifford B. Bullock on October 19, 1950 at the Gouverneur Methodist Parsonage. The couple owned and operated Willow Shade Dairy Farm for many years.
She was a former secretary and treasurer of the St. Lawrence Valley Ayrshire Club, a member of the AFS, a former Scottish Angels 4-H Leader, a former member of the Edwards PTA and a Sunday school teacher. She enjoyed cooking, baking, crafting and traveling.
Sally is survived by her husband, Clifford of Edwards; two sons and their wives, William and Sheila Bullock and Larry and Deborah Bullock, all of Edwards; three daughters and their husbands, Joanne and Richard Lynn of West Cornwall, CT, Barbara and Charles Newcombe of Edwards and Carole and David LaVoie of Fulton.
Sally is also survived by 17 grandchildren, of whom they raised their granddaughter, Brenda Coronato of Rayeford, NC; three step grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
She is predeceased by her parents and two brothers, William and Willard Smith; her grandfather who raised her, Willard Smith and step grandmother Mabel and her grandmother Maude Smith.
Donations may be made in Sally’s memory to the Edwards United Methodist Church or to the Edwards Volunteer Rescue Squad.
Mary Lee Woodrow
Mary Lee Woodrow, 75, of Gouverneur passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at her home, surrounded by her family.
Calling hours were Thursday, July 28 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon with a funeral service following at noon at the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur with Rev. Gregory Bailey, pastor of the Trinity Episcopal Church, Gouverneur officiating and burial in East Riverside Cemetery, Gouverneur.
Memorial donations in Mary's memory may be made to Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, N.Y. 13676.
Mary was born at home in Pyrites on April 7, 1941, the daughter of Albert and Dorothy James Dafoe.
She graduated from high school and worked many years in the local area including JJ Newberry's for over 20 years, at St. Lawrence University as a line cook, and more recently at McDonald's in Gouverneur.
Mary married Lawrence E. Woodrow on July 19, 1975 at the Gouverneur First United Methodist Church with Rev. Stanley E. Brown presiding and the couple recently celebrated their 41st wedding anniversary.
Mary enjoyed working hard, but most of all, enjoyed spending time with her family, especially grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband Lawrence "Woody" Woodrow, her children- John A. Andrus and fiancé Ann Burstin of Balston Spa, Katherine M. Robbins of Somerville, Sheryl D. Holmes and husband Dan of Gouverneur, her grandchildren Jeffrey Robbins and fiance Amber Leween, Jessica Andrus-Companion and husband Kenneth, Jennifer Bouyea and husband Corey, James Andrus and wife Heather.
Mary is also survived by her sister Joyce Fountain and husband Sonny of Pyrites, Molly Tresidder of Russell, her stepchildren Lawrence Woodrow Jr. and wife Julie, Pam Bovay and husband Jody, Rusty Woodrow, Randy Woodrow, Ricky Woodrow and wife Trudy, several great grandchildren, step grandchildren, and step great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
She is predeceased by her parents, brothers Sonny, Donnie, James, and Ronnie Dafoe andsisters Alice DeLorme, Janie Hooper, and Mary Ann Mussen.
Vivian G. (Siver) Whiting
Vivian G. (Siver) Whiting, age 94, of Winter Haven, Florida and Gouverneur passed away on May 31, 2016 at home in Winter Haven, FL.
There will be a graveside service on Monday, August 8, 2016 at 2p.m. in the Garrison Cemetery, Pitcairn, N.Y., with Rev. Dr. Beth Quick officiating. Arrangements are with French Funeral Home, Gouverneur, NY. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Vivian was born on April 7, 1922 in Pitcairn to the late Earl B. and Mona L. (Curry) Tiffany. She graduated from the Carthage Area School in 1938 and from the Potsdam State College, Crane School of Music. She worked as a music teacher for the Gouverneur Central School until her retirement in 1979.
Vivian married J. Carl Siver on October 31, 1942. Mr. Siver passed away in 1973. Vivian married Gwyn R. Whiting on September 11, 1982 and the couple moved to Florida that year.
Vivian enjoyed crocheting, knitting, and working with needle point. She was a former member of the Gouverneur Order of Eastern Star, the American Guild of Organists, and was the organist for the Gouverneur Baptist Church as well as the Gouverneur Presbyterian Church.
Her survivors include her husband, Gwyn R. Whiting; her son, John Siver; and step-children, Donald Whiting, Linda Price and Lisa Macias. She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Vivian is predeceased by her first husband, J. Carl Siver; a son, Robert; a daughter, Janet Loeffen and her sister, Wylna Beckman.
Donations in memory of Vivian may be made to a local school, church, or favorite charitable organization.
Louise McCarty
Louise M. McCarty, age 89, of Degrasse, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Highland Nursing Home in Massena.
Louise was born on July 17, 1927 in Degrasse to the late Garnold and Cherrie (Bates) Hance. She attended Knox Memorial High School. Louise married Richard D. McCarty on August 23, 1945. Richard passed away on September 19, 1998.
Louise worked in the cafeteria at Canton ATC for many years. She was a member of the Degrasse United Methodist Church, Degrasse Community Club and the Russell Senior Citizens. She enjoyed doing word searches, baking, crocheting and knitting.
Surviving are her six children, Dianna J. and Todd Lambert, Rick L. and Deborah McCarty, Dawn M. and Richard French, Carol A. and Lonny Scott, Katherine L. and Joseph Conklin and Michael P. McCarty; thirteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great grandchildren and two great-great granddaughters.
Louise is predeceased by her sister, Muriel Barto and three brothers, Howard Francis, and Willis Hance.
Calling hours for Louise will be on Friday, July 29, 2016 from 6p.m. to 8 p.m. at French Funeral Home, Edwards. Her funeral service will be on Saturday, July 30 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Beth Quick officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery in Clare.
Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Janice M. Lehan
Janice M. Lehan
Janice M. Lehan, 81, of Canton passed away on Friday, July 1, 2016 at the Canton-Potsdam Hospital after being stricken at home.
Calling hours were held on Monday, July 11, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 12p.m. followed by a graveside service at the Hill Crest Cemetery in Parishville, NY.
Janice was born, October 5, 1934 in Potsdam, the daughter of the late Elmer R. and Floy E. (Howe) Phelps. She graduated from Norwood High School in 1951 and attended the Emma Wallace Business School in Ogdensburg. On June 29, 1952, she married Rudolph M. Lehan at the Norwood First Methodist Church, with Rev. Allison C. Wood, pastor, officiating. Mr. Lehan predeceased her on November 19, 1997.
Janice and Rudy lived in Panama City, FL while he was in the US Air Force. Upon his discharge, the couple returned to Norwood. Janice worked at for the Gouverneur School District at the Brasie Corners Elementary School as a teacher’s aide and librarian. Later they returned to Florida and lived in Lake Worth for several years prior to Rudy’s death, Janice then returned to the North Country.
Janice enjoyed Bingo and Square Dancing and was a member of the United Methodist Church in Canton.
She is survived by a daughter, Roxann Paro and husband Kevin of Pulaski, by two grandsons, Kristoffer D. Paro and Jeremy A. Hall, by a great-granddaughter, Isabelle Paro; and by a brother, Wayne H. Phelps. A daughter Julie M. Hall predeceased her in 2002.
Contributions in her memory may be made to the Canton United Methodist Church, 41 Court Street; Canton, New York 13617.
Memories and condolences may be expressed online at www.olearyfuneralservice.com.