Lina E. Hodgdon, 95, passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2016 with her loving family at her side.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday November 19, 2016 at 11:00 am at Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur, with Pastor Howard Maxson of the Fowler Baptist Church officiating. Burial will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery in Richville.
Lina was born in Farmington, Maine on February 2, 1921, the daughter of Howard and Helen Day Thurston. She graduated from Skowhegan High School in 1938.
Lina married Harry S. Hodgdon Sr. in 1946. Mr. Hodgdon passed away on November 2, 1957.
She was employed as a greeter at Hills Department Store in Watertown. She also worked as a short order cook at the Silver Leaf Diner, Jumbo's, and at one point was the manager at Dixie Lee in Gouverneur.
She enjoyed gardening, and spending time with children of all ages.
Lina is survived by 7 daughters, Sharon and Max Langevin, Susan and Curt McHeffey, Cheryl and Fred Colton, Janice and Rusty Wainwright, Kathleen and Michael Travis, Elizabeth Spinelli, Nona and Sandy Hilts, Wendy Soper and companion Rolando Princepato, a son James and Susan Hodgdon, and a great grandson Dylan Murray who she has raised since birth. Lina has 30 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, and 7 great, great grandchildren. She is survived by a brother Lee Thurston, 4 sisters Ruthie Bugai, Marion Newcomb, Janice Shepard, Marilyn Newcomb, and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband, a son Harry "Butch" Hodgdon Jr., several siblings, 5 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren.
Memorial donations in Lina's memory can be made to the Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country.
“When I'm Gone: “When I come to the end of my journey And I travel my last weary mile
Just forget if you can, that I ever frownedAnd remember only the smile. Forget unkind words I have spoken.Remember some good I have done. Forget that I ever had heartache. And remember I've had loads of fun.
Forget that I've stumbled and blundered And sometimes fell by the way. Remember I have fought some hard battles And won, ere the close of the day.
Then forget to grieve for my going. I would not have you sad for a day But in summer just gather some flowers And remember the place where I lay.
And come in the shade of evening When the sun paints the sky in the west. Stand for a few moments beside me And remember only my best.”
Betty Anne Leonard Bell
Gouverneur - Betty Anne Leonard Bell, 89, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at home under the care of her daughters and Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley.
Betty was born on March 25, 1927 in Syracuse, the daughter of Francis Gerald and Miriam Rose Johnson Leonard. She attended RIT for fashion/ design after her high school graduation and took music classes at the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam.
Betty married Harold Albert Bell on September 1, 1949 at the Gouverneur United Methodist Church. Mr. Bell, a longtime agent of New York Life Insurance Company, passed away on December 12, 1998.
Betty was a mother, a homemaker, a piano teacher, and an Avon sales representative for over 30 years. She enjoyed playing the piano and accordion, making crafts, drawing, decorating, and craft fairs. Betty was also known for hosting theme parties, taking in animals, spending summers at Sylvia Lake and winters in Florida.
Betty was a member of the Gouverneur United Methodist Church, Gouverneur Business Women, Gouverneur Garden Club, Knitting Club, attended the Elks Club with her husband Harold, and served on the St. Lawrence County Fair Queen committee.
Betty is survived by her two daughters April Ann Bell Devaux and her husband Bruno of Fairport, Annette Bell Kirker and her husband Gary of Gouverneur, her three granddaughters Courtney and Brian Pierce, Camareigh and Peter Fuller, Stephanie and Carter Vaisey, 7 great grandchildren Noah, Lily Bell, and Olivia Pierce, Hixson and Keegan Fuller, Allison and Ian Vaisey. She is also survived by her brother-in-law Jack and Lorraine Bell of Spragueville, nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Harold, her parents, and a sister-in-law Flora Jean and Dick Conklin.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, November 12th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur. Burial will be private at Riverside Cemetery in Gouverneur.
Memorial donations in Betty's memory may be made to Friends 4 Pound Paws, PO Box 394, Gouverneur, NY 13642 or Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.
Jean Ada Miles-Francher
Jean Ada Miles-Francher, 88 , of Gouverneur, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at Francis House in Syracuse.
Jean was born in Syracuse on October 7, 1928, the daughter of William and Marjorie Longtin Ada. She graduated from Cathedral Academy, Syracuse, in 1945.
Her adult life was spent living between Gouverneur, Syracuse, and Vero Beach, Florida. She loved the retail clothing business and throughout her time in Syracuse worked at Chappell’s Department Store, Carpenter & Hughes Opticians, and Flah Company. She enjoyed her retirement yearsin Vero Beach and Gouverneur where she was a member of the Gouverneur Garden Club, the Gouverneur Historical Association, and volunteered at St. James Outreach while enjoying time spent knitting and reading.
Jean is survived by her four children: Martin and Susan Miles of Cicero, Gary Miles of Gouverneur, Tim and Jane Miles of Warners, Lisa Miles and James Gosier of Pompey. She is also survived by her grandchildren Joseph Miles, Keeley Ann Hines (Mike), Killian Miles, Elizabeth Smith (Aaron), Jordanne Ringwald (Daniel), Stephen DeLelys Jr., and Emily Gosier, and 4 great granddaughters Hailee, Gabrielle, Ava, and Madison Jean.
She is predeceased by husbands Kenneth J. Miles (1988) and John A. Francher (2004), her parents, her infant daughter Mary Elizabeth Miles, and her daughter-in-law Debra Miles.
A mass will be held on Saturday, November 12th at noon at St. James Catholic Church, Gouverneur with Fr. Shane Lynch officiating and burial in New St. James Cemetery, Gouverneur. A celebration of life luncheon will follow at 2p.m. at the Casablanca Restaurant, 413 E. Main St, Gouverneur for friends and family to share memories of Jean. Arrangements are with the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
The family would to especially thank Dr. Richard C. Cherny and Ann M. Roman, NP (HOA of CNY); staff at Hospice of CNY, as well as Francis House for their gracious and compassionate care throughout Jean’s illness. Memorial donations in Jean’s memory may be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13208.
James F. Butler Jr.
James F. Butler Jr., age 53, of Gouverneur, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2016 at Gouverneur Hospital.
There were calling hours for Jimmy on Wednesday, November 2, 2016 from 10a.m. to 11a.m. with his funeral service immediately following at 11 a.m. at French Funeral Home Inc., Gouverneur with Pastor Robert Williams officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Lake Cemetery in Macomb. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
James was born on January 29, 1963 in Ogdensburg, to James F. and Arlene (Rathbun) Sr. He graduated from Heuvelton Central School in 1983. A marriage to Tina Cousino ended in divorce. He has been with his companion, Mary Congleton for over fifteen years.
Jimmy worked as a farm hand for most of his life working at various north country farms. He worked for several years at Scotch Acre Farms, which were owned by Alan and Beth Martin and Godly Home Farm owned by Debbie and Terry Durham. He also worked for a while with his brother, Daniel Fifield at Fifield Mowing. Jimmy loved snowmobiling, hunting, camping and raising chickens. He also loved listening to country music.
Surviving are his longtime companion, Mary Congleton of Gouverneur; his mother, Arlene Fifield of Gouverneur; his father, James Butler Sr. and his companion Rosemary Allen of Edwards; a daughter, Kandy L. Butler of Ogdensburg; four step sons, Gregory Fifield, Alan Fifield, Samuel Fifield and Ashley and his wife Christina Fifield all of Gouverneur; four brothers and their spouses, John Butler and Michelle Farr, Norman Butler, Ronald and Wanda Fifield and Daniel and Tina Fifield all of Gouverneur; Four sisters and their spouses, Susan and Wayne Gagnon of Rochester, Mary and Frank Bassett of Florida, Lisa Newcomb and Andy St. Laurant of Central Square and Debbie and Terry Durham of Hammond; a granddaughter, Sydney Leigh Butler and several step grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
Jimmy is predeceased by his step father, Henry Fifield and a step son, Joshua Lintz, who passed away in 2011.
Gerald R. Stevens
Gerald R. Stevens, 88, Antwerp, passed away Monday, October 24, 2016 at his home.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 28 at 11a.m. at the Green Funeral, Gouverneur with his nephew John Peabody officiating and burial in East Riverside Cemetery, Gouverneur. Calling hours were Thursday from 1p.m. to 3p.m. and 6p.m. to 8p.m.
Gerald was born January 26, 1928 in Gouverneur, the son of Anson and Olga Mack Stevens.
He married Luella Forbes on April 2, 1949.
The couple ran a dairy farm for many years, and Gerald also worked at St. Joe Lead Company and drove school bus and charter bus for 42 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and bowling.
Gerald is survived by six children: Joyce Slate and companion Denny Hicks of Philadelphia, Barbara Dalton of Evans Mills, Laurie Monica of Theresa, Beverly and Gary Benedict of Hannibal, Carol and Mike Hicks of Elmira, Dwayne Stevens and companion Sharyl Allen of Antwerp, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his wife Luella who died in 2011, two sons-in-law- Tom Dalton and Russell Monica, seven brothers- Donald, Douglas, Percival, Gordon, Albert, Robert, and Denver Stevens, two sisters- Arlene Stevens and Audrey Lapierre, and his parents.
Maraleen I. "Poopsie" Gillette
Maraleen I. "Poopsie" Gillette, 92, of Antwerp, passed away at her home on Friday, October 21, 2016.
There are no calling hours or funeral services. Arrangements are with the Green Funeral Home, Gouverneur.
Maraleen was born on June 19, 1924 in Binghamton, the daughter of Francis and Marion Darling Skinner.
She graduated from Gouverneur High School in 1942, worked at the Kinney Drugs warehouse for several years, and was a homemaker.
Maraleen also was a seamstress, enjoyed making crafts, bowling, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Maraleen married Gerald H. Smith and he passed away in 1955. She married Donald Gillette and he died in 1979.
She is survived by her children: Gerald H. Smith of Idaho, Donald Gillette Jr. of Mt. Dora, FL, Darlene Hull of Antwerp, a sister Dorothea Mauldin of South Carolina, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Maraleen was predeceased by her parents, her two husbands, two sons- Steven Smith and Martin Smith, a daughter Jo Ann Richardson, a brother Francis W. Skinner Jr., and a sister Sally Hargroves.
Memorial donations in Maraleen's memory may be made to the Association for The Blind, 321 Prospect Street, Watertown, NY 13601.
Timothy Paul Markwick
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.