Obituaries

Charles Ralph Alcock

February 10, 2024

Bellona- Charles R. Alcock, age 74, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2024, with family at his side. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, April 14 from Noon until 4 p.m. at the Tomion’s Event Center, 200 Route 14a, Penn Yan, NY 14527. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bellona Volunteer Fire Company, 110 Pre-Emption Rd., Bellona, NY 14415 or a charity of donor’s choice. Charlie owned and operated Dead Frog Hollow Woodcraft. He had previously owned Good Time Charlie’s Bar in Geneva, and was known for Charlie's Pig Roast. Charlie enjoyed gardening and yard work. He followed football, basketball and NASCAR. Charlie is survived by… Read more
Mary Cecilia Tassone

February 7, 2024

Mary Tassone, born March 10, 1966, age 57 passed away unexpectedly on February 7, 2024 at Stong Memorial Hospital. Mary is the daughter of Frank and Marjorie Pisciotta. Mary was born in Rochester, New York. She graduated from Canandaigua Academy. Mary is survived by her brother Frank (Rachel) Pisciotta, her three children Jared Angelo, Amanda Penner and Kaitlin Penner; grandchildren and nephews. Mary is also survived by many friends who she considered family. Mary is predeceased by her parents, Frank and Marjorie Pisciotta. A celebration of life will be at a later date for friends and family. Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to Mary’s Family. Read more
Laura Mae Eaves

January 30, 2024

Middlesex-Laura M. Eaves, age 69, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Honoring Laura’s wishes there will be no calling hours. A celebration of Laura’s life will be held on Saturday, February 10 beginning 1p.m. until at the Potter Fire Department, 1255 Phelps Road, Middlesex, NY 14507. Laura was born in Bath, NY to Lloyd and Hazel Shaut. She retired from Walmart and enjoyed spending time with her family. Laura is survived by her mother, Hazel Shaut; daughters, Melissa (Douglas) Raner, Deborah (James) Smith and Stacie Hill; nine grandchildren, Kendra (Thomas), Kerri (Nate), Alex (Cassie), Brianna, Summer (Brandon), Tyler, Bryce, Emily and Hannah; eight great-grandchildren, Braeden, Addison, Alaska, Raleigh,… Read more
George L. Harford

January 23, 2024

George L. Harford, Penn Yan, NY/Mount Dora, FL - Tuesday January 23rd, 2024, George, age 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a long illness. He was predeceased by his loving parents Spencer and Winifred. Friends may call on Friday, February 2, from 4- 7 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral will be held on Saturday, February 3 at 10 a.m. at the Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Keuka Comfort Care Home, P.O. Box 107, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or to the Gorham Rotary Club, 4745 East Swamp Rd., Stanley, NY 14561. After… Read more
Mary Blair Soucie

January 21, 2024

Middlesex- Mary Blair Soucie, age 66, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. Friends may call on Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 1-3 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. Memorial contributions can be made to the Middlesex Valley Ambulance, 817 State Route 245, Middlesex, NY 14507. Mary was born on April 27, 1957 a daughter of the late Robert and Emma Boop Blair. She was a graduate of Canandaigua Academy, Class of 1975. Mary worked as a CNA for F.F. Thompson Hospital in the nursing home for over 30 years. Mary enjoyed wrestling and beadwork but she especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Mary is survived by… Read more
Donald Richard Leach

January 14, 2024

Palmyra- Donald R. Leach, age 72, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2023. Friends may call Saturday (Jan. 20th) from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home, 2583 E. Main St., Gorham, New York. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring of 2024. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1120 South Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14620. Don was born on August 10, 1951 in Canandaigua, NY. He was the son of Benjamin Douglas Leach, Jr. and Beatrice Pitcher Leach. Don was a graduate of Marcus Whitman High School. Don drove truck for most of his adult life.… Read more
Rhonda R. Jones

January 11, 2024

Canandaigua- Rhonda R. Jones, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 11, 2024. Friends may call on Monday, January 15 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A funeral Service will follow calling hours at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery. Rhonda was born on October 2, 1968 the daughter of the late Allen and Mary Ryan Schultz. Rhonda was employed at FLCC for 35 years. Rhonda is survived by her husband, Christopher Jones; two children, Emily (Chris Horan) Jones and Jacob Jones; one grandson, Isaac Lucas Horan; a brother, Jason (Erica Johnson) Schultz as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces… Read more
Stephen Lawrence Russell

January 6, 2024

Steve Russell born September 27, 1933 in the old Thompson Hospital, Canandaigua, NY, died Saturday January 6, 2024. A Celebration of Steve’s life will be held on Friday (April 12th, 2024) at 2 p.m. at King's Party House, 4031 State Routes 5 & 20, Canandaigua, NY. Contributions in Steve’s memory for a City Pier project may be made to: FLACE/ City of Canandaigua Centennial Endowment, c/o Canandaigua National Bank, 72 S. Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. ATTN: Kirsten Johnson. Steve was the son of George and Laura Russell. He was educated in the Canandaigua City Public Schools graduating from CA with the Class of 1951. He received BA and MS degrees… Read more
Jeffrey Allen Stansfield

January 6, 2024

Potter- Jeffrey Allen Stansfield, age 67, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday (Jan. 13th) at 2 p.m. at the Rushville United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1120 South Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14620. Jeff was a 1974 graduate of Horseheads High School. He was employed at Blowers Agra Service in Hall, NY. Jeff was a hard-worker. He was devoted to his family and loved his grandkids. Jeff is survived by his wife, Cora Lee; two daughters, Emily (Scott) Nesbit and Elizabeth (Jason) Hermance; five grandchildren, Aeden, Evan and Emma Nesbit, and… Read more
Vincent Dean Bedient

December 25, 2023

Branchport- Vincent Dean Bedient passed away December 25, 2023. A celebration of Vince’s life will be held on Sunday, July 28, 2024 from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Modeste Bedient Library in Branchport. Memorial Contributions can be made to the The Humane Society of Yates County, PO Box 12, Penn Yan, NY 14527. Born July 24, 1929 to Ella Morrow Bedient and Vincent G. Bedient in Schuyler County, NY, he was the eldest of 7 children. Vince graduated from school in Watkins Glen, then worked for Syracuse Supply (Caterpillar dealer) as a mechanic, for the Town of Potter Highway department, and in the family logging, farming and sawmill businesses.… Read more
Colt Zayden McGregor

December 19, 2023

Hall- Colt Zayden McGregor, born asleep on December 19, 2023. Sent to Heaven with love by his parents, Brett and Jenna Curtis McGregor; siblings, Destiny, Teagen, Dallas, Rayne, Paisley and Remington; grandparents, Steve McGregor, Tammy and Wayne Eck, Tom Curtis, and Shelly and Gene Webster; as well as great-grandparents and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Colt was welcomed in Heaven by his brother, Cyrus and by many great-grandparents. A private gathering to honor Colt will take place at a later date. Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a condolence to the McGregor family. Read more
Anne R. Chase

December 19, 2023

Gorham- Anne R. Chase, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Friends may call Saturday (Dec. 30th) from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will follow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gorham United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 225, Gorham, NY 14461; the Gorham Fire Company, 4676 Kearney Rd., Stanley, NY 14561; or the Stanley-Hall-Gorham Ambulance, P.O. Box 57, Hall, NY 14463. Anne was the daughter of the late Raymond and Gertrude Royer. She was a graduate of Gorham High School. Anne was retired from Geneva Medical… Read more
Natalie C. Kuchenmeister

December 17, 2023

Poughkeepsie/Rushville, NY- Natalie C. Kuchenmeister, age 96, passed away peacefully in Penn Yan, NY, on Sunday, December 17, 2023. Burial will be in Freedom Plains Cemetery, LaGrangeville, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Keuka Comfort Care Home, P.O. Box 107, Penn Yan, NY 14527. Natalie was born in Poughkeepsie, the daughter of the late Frank Tompkins and Blanche Bulmer Tompkins. She was a graduate of Cobleskill University. She and her late husband, Charles, owned and operated Pleasure Pools in Poughkeepsie for many years. Natalie is survived by one daughter, Suzanne K. Libihoul of Rushville, NY; three grandsons, Shane (Valerie) Libihoul, Justin (Tammy DeLeo) Libihoul… Read more
Destiny J. Garlock

December 14, 2023

Canandaigua- Destiny Garlock, 18, born and raised in Canandaigua, NY, passed away unexpectedly at her home on December 14, 2023. Friends may call Sunday (Dec. 17th) from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held at 5 p.m. at the funeral home. A reception will be held at the Gorham Fire Hall, 4676 Kearney Rd, Stanley, NY 14561, immediately following the funeral. For additional information please call Tonya, 585-507-6031. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Destiny’s parents, c/o Tonya Watts, 1380 Shay Rd., Naples, NY 14512 Destiny graduated early from Canandaigua Academy. She was currently employed by… Read more
Larry L. Murray

December 13, 2023

Keuka Park – Larry L. Murray, age 74, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, after a long illness. Per his request, services will be private and at the discretion of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Finger Lakes Boating Museum, 8231 Pleasant Valley Rd., Hammondsport, NY 14840. Larry Murray was a Renaissance Man, a carver of half hulls and held Masters Degrees in Education and Library Sciences. Devoted brother to Patrick Murray (deceased) and Jackie Lukasik; doting father to Ryan (Dee) Murray; loving husband to Maggie Henry; and a great, good friend to her sons, their wives and children. He knew how to put a positive… Read more
Stefanie A. Angelo

December 13, 2023

Waterloo- Stefanie A. Angelo, age 34, passed away at Geneva General Hospital, after a long battle with Huntington’s Disease, on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023. Friends may call Monday (Dec. 18th) from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday (Dec. 19th) at 11 a.m. at the Funeral Home. A Reception will follow the Funeral at the Waterloo Fire Department. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Waterloo. Memorial contributions may be made to Help 4 HD International, 6712 Folkstone Way, Elk Grove, CA 95758; www.help4hd.org. Stefanie attended Waterloo High School and later received her GED. She was a former Housekeeper… Read more
Lorraine M. Brown

December 11, 2023

Canandaigua/Randolph – Lorraine M. Brown, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY, with family at her side. A Graveside Committal Service will be held at a later date in Frewsburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to F.F.Thompson Palliative Care, 350 Parrish St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Lorraine was born on March 7, 1929. She was the oldest child of Louis and Freida Smith. A child of the “Depression”, she attended 7 schools during her childhood, and left school to work to help support her family. Lorraine married Clarence M. Brown, and together they owned a dairy farm in East Randolph,… Read more
Carol Jean Oswald

December 10, 2023

Hall- Carol Jean Oswald, age, 81, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at F. F. Thompson Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, 18 Snell Rd., Geneva, NY 14456. Memorial Contributions can be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 18 Snell Rd., Geneva, NY 14456; or to, NY 148th Volunteer Infantry Company E, c/o P.O. Box 113, Hall, NY 14463. Carol was born on November 10, 1942, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Helen Egbart Schoen. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. Carol was a substitute teacher for Marcus Whitman School District. Carol enjoyed doing… Read more
Diane Louise Phillips

December 8, 2023

Rochester/Hall, NY – Diane Louise Phillips, age 63, passed away Friday, December 8, 2023 at Rochester General Hospital, after a long illness. Committal will be in Little Church Cemetery in the Spring of 2024. Memorial contributions may be made to Happy Tails, 2976 County Rd. #48, Canandaigua, NY 14424. Diane was the daughter of the late Frederick and Beatrice Phillips, Sr. She had worked in the Maternity Department at Genesee Hospital. Diane is survived by 5 cousins, Sue Henning, Cheryl Alting, Tim Terwilliger, Tamara Garrison-Lindner and Theresa Jo Terwilliger; and their families. Diane was predeceased by her parents; and by two brothers, Fred Phillips and Bill Phillips. Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com… Read more
William Guy Nash

December 3, 2023

Geneva- William Guy “Wildman Bill” Nash, age 92, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at his home. Friends may call Friday (Dec. 8th) from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Memorial Service will follow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Begin Again Horse Rescue, 2828 Plank Rd., Lima, NY 14485: www.beginagainrescue.org. Bill was born on November 16, 1931 to the late John Clifford and Elaine Kornbau Nash. He was retired from General Crushed Stone in Oaks Corners. Bill bred, trained, rode and drove many Appaloosas and Belgian Draft Horses over the… Read more
Theresa M. Johnson

December 3, 2023

Stanley, NY - Theresa M. Johnson passed away peacefully on Sunday December 3rd, surrounded by her family. Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday December 16th from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home, 2583 E. Main street, Gorham. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be directed to Light Hill Comfort Care Home, 5160 Parish street, Canandaigua 14424. Theresa was born December 31st 1951. Predeceased by her parents James and Shirley Forgione. She is survived by her husband Bill, of 49 years. Also survived by daughter, Morgan(Jason) Monroe; son, Ethan(Saralyn) Johnson; Grandson, Lucas Monroe; Granddaughter; Emma Johnson; Brother, Anthony Cretelle; Sister-in-law, Deborah Hardwick; and nephew, Tyler; Nieces, Monica… Read more
Nancy J. Sheppard

December 1, 2023

Stanley- Nancy J. Sheppard, age 74, passed away on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, following a short illness. A Celebration of Nancy’s Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Beverly Animal Shelter, 50 East River Rd., Waterloo, NY 13165. Nancy was the daughter of Arthur and Erma Banker. She was born in Somerville, NJ. Nancy was a Registered Nurse. She taught at the L.P.N. Program at W-FL BOCES in Flint, NY. After retirement she was a Substitute School Nurse for several area school districts. Nancy was fully involved in her late husband, David’s, business and traveling. She was the Secretary of… Read more
Joyce Ann Hey

November 13, 2023

Naples- Joyce Ann Hey, age 77, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023 at home, surrounded by family. A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 17 at 1 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home of Gorham. Burial will be in Shuman Cemetery. Family and Friends are invited to a celebration of Joyce’s life on Friday, November 17, from 5-8 p.m. at the Rushville Fire Hall. Memorial Contributions in Joyce’s name can be made to Golisano Children’s Hospital, 300 East River Road, P.O. Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627. Joyce was born on June 10, 1946 a daughter of the late James and Lucille Guthrie Wesson. She was a member… Read more
Gary R. Oppelt

November 12, 2023

Middlesex – Gary R. Oppelt, age 77, passed away on Nov. 12, 2023. A Firemen’s Service will be held at the Rushville United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. on Saturday (Nov. 18th). A Memorial Service will immediately follow at the church. A Reception will be held at the Middlesex Hose Company following the services. A private burial will be in Overackers Cemetry. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Middlesex Hose Company, P.O. Box 145, Middlesex, NY 14507; or the Rushville Congregational Church, P.O. Box 1, Rushville, NY 14544. Gary was born in Rochester, NY, the son of the late Robert C. Oppelt and Maxine Button… Read more
Stephen Micah Erb

November 10, 2023

Penn Yan- Stephen Micah Erb, age 24, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023 as a result of an automobile accident. Friends may call on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 1-2 p.m. at the Penn Yan Bible Church, 2015 Kimball Rd., Penn Yan, NY 14527. A Memorial Service will follow calling hours at 2 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to the Shed Haulers Brotherhood, https://shbrotherhood.org/donate/. Stephen was born on December 5, 1998 a son of Cory and Lena (Wilkins) Erb. He was a member of the Bellona Fire Department and the Shed Haulers Brotherhood. Stephen was a country boy who was larger than life; he could light up the room with… Read more
Dan Arthur Millen

November 9, 2023

Dan Arthur Millen of Middlesex, NY, passed away at the age of 76 on November 9, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. A memorial service will be held at Middlesex Baptist Church, 1158 West Avenue, Middlesex, NY 14507, on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at 12:00 pm. Donations in Dan’s honor can be made to the VFW Post 8726, Attention: Rick Sawyer, 6159 Wolfanger Road, Middlesex, NY 14507, for the local Wounded Warriors in Action Big Buck Hunt. The hunt is an annual event that Dan was proud to be associated with and embodies his two passions: helping others and hunting. Dan is survived by his beautiful wife, Diane, his two… Read more
Barbara Ann Spencer

November 3, 2023

Penn Yan – Barbara Ann Spencer, age 66, passed away peacefully at Penn Yan Manor Nursing Home, with family at her side. There will be no local services. Burial will be in Florida. Memorial contributions may be made to Penn Yan Manor, 655 N. Liberty St., Penn Yan, NY 14527. Barbara was born in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late Philip and Angelina Pizzo. She was a homemaker, who enjoyed baking and crafting. Barbara is survived by 4 siblings, Ruth (Robert) Mitch, Linda (Terry) Grove, Philip (Andy Miller) Pizzo and Vincent Pizzo; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Barbara’s family wishes to send a… Read more
Jamie Richard Frere

October 31, 2023

Canandaigua – Jamie R. Frere, age 52, passed away on October 31, 2023, as a result of injuries he received in a motorcycle accident in July. Per Jamie’s wishes, there will be no public services. Memorial contributions may be made to Boy Scout Troop #68, c/o Jayne Wheeler, 3986 Middle Rd., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Jamie was born July 13, 1971 in Canandaigua, NY. He was the son of the late James M. and Geraldine L. Frere. Jamie was a 1990 graduate of Marcus Whitman High School. Jamie loved fishing, hunting, camping and 1980’s music. He was a devoted father to his two sons, Dakota and Chase; and a friend to… Read more
Joshua Arlie Hill

October 27, 2023

Savannah- Joshua Arlie Hill, age 32, passed away on Friday (October 27, 2023) as a result of a motorcycle accident. A Celebration of Joshua’s Life will be held at a later date. Joshua was born April 8, 1991 in Hickory, North Carolina. He was a 2009 graduate of Marcus Whitman High School. Joshua drove truck for L.R. Martin Trucking. He loved trucking and riding his motorcycle. He was always tinkering with his “projects”. Joshua was an “old soul”, with old-fashioned values and traditions. He enjoyed the “real” old country music. He enjoyed smoking tobacco in one of his pipes. He loved Cocker Spaniels, and his Springer Spaniel, Axel. Joshua loved… Read more
Evelyn L. “Evie” Lightfoote

October 20, 2023

Gorham- Evelyn L. “Evie” Lightfoote, age 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 20, 2023 at Penn Yan Manor Nursing Home in Penn Yan, NY. Friends may call Thursday (Oct. 26th) from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held Friday (Oct. 27th) at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stanley-Hall-Gorham Ambulance, P.O. Box 57, Hall, NY 14463; or to the Gorham Fire Company, 4676 Kearney Rd., Stanley, NY 14561. Flowers are gratefully declined. Evie was born July 28, 1934 in Canton, PA, the daughter… Read more
Michele Lynne Christensen

October 12, 2023

Geneva- Michele Lynne Christensen, age 69, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 12, 2023. Friends may call Thursday (Oct. 19th) from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held Friday (Oct. 20th) at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 21 West 38th St., 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10018. Michele was the daughter of the late Joyce (Joseph) Cadden and William McAvoy. She married Eric E. Christensen on July 6, 1974. Most recently she had worked at Rainbow Cove Motel. Michele was a good wife, mother and… Read more
Bruce F. Schultz, Sr

October 11, 2023

Gorham- Bruce F. Schultz, Sr., age 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, in his home surrounded by his family. Calling hours will be held on Saturday (Oct. 14th) from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday (Oct. 15th) at 2 p.m.. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gorham Cemetery. Bruce was born on September 6, 1946 in Canandaigua to the late Raymond and Lydia Bassage Schultz. He was a graduate of Middlesex Valley Central School. On June 4, 1965 Bruce married Joanne M. Oberdorf at the Old Bethel Baptist… Read more
Jo Ann F. Reed

September 24, 2023

Canandaigua- Jo Ann F. Reed, age 63, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023. A Graveside Service will be held Saturday (Sept. 30th) at 10 a.m., at Gorham Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005. Jo Ann was born in Rochester, NY, the daughter of the late Effa F. Forgue Reed and Joseph F. Reed. She was a 1980 graduate of Marcus Whitman High School. Jo Ann loved people, especially her nieces and nephews. She enjoyed walking, gambling, playing the NYS Lotto and playing Bingo at the Salvation Army in Canandaigua. Jo Ann is survived by 6 siblings, Mary (Christopher)… Read more
Linda Dorothea Oswald

September 15, 2023

Linda Dorothea Oswald, age 72, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023. She graduated from Marcus Whitman in 1969 and went to Rochester Business Institute. Linda was proud of her "career in the service industry" and often commented on how under-appreciated those folks are. She worked at Sigsbees Giant Market in Elmira Heights for two decades and at Tops, True Value and BJ's in Geneva. Despite having many health challenges, Linda set the goal of walking 1-2 miles every morning through all weather and achieved that goal up until the day before she died. She died at Strong Memorial hospital of complications of an aneurysm. Although she never married and… Read more
Janet A. DeBoover

September 14, 2023

Geneva- Janet A. DeBoover, age 87, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. Friends may call on Wednesday (Sept. 20) from 10 a.m. until 12 Noon at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham, a funeral service will follow calling hours at Noon, with burial in Little Church Cemetery. The DeBoover family invites family and friends to join them for a reception at the Stanley Fire Department, following the burial on Wednesday (Sept. 20). Memorial contributions may be made to the Activities Fund, Living Center North, 196 North St., Geneva, NY 14456. Janet was born on March 22, 1936 to the late John and Margaret Oughterson Ripley. Janet spent most… Read more