All Obituaries

Marjorie A. Bixby   Lyons – Went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at the Laurel House at age 79. A celebration of Marjorie’s life will be held on September 7, 2019 at 11am at the Woodlane Community Church, Newark, NY. In memory of Ms. Bixby, donations may be made to the Laurel House, 224 Fair Street, Newark, NY  14513. Marjorie was born the daughter of the late Arthur and Cornelia “Kay” VanKouwenberg Fagner on June 25,...

James C. Fisher     Sodus:  Entered into rest on August 10, 2019 following a tragic accident at the age of 67. Predeceased by his first wife, Chyrel Fisher and second wife, Nancy Batjer Fisher; parents: Claude and Enid Fisher. Jim was a proud beef cattle farmer and the second generation owner of Fisher Farm for 35 years. Survived by his children: Jacob, Gertrude, and John Fisher; siblings:  Dorothea Whitcomb and Donald (Karen) Fisher; niece: Heather (Darrin)...

Beulah A. Mathewson     Walworth:  Entered into rest peacefully on July 28, 2019 at age 86. Predeceased by her husband:  Harvey Mathewson Survived by her loving son: Chris Mathewson; many extended family members and friends. All services will be private.  Burial in Baker Cemetery in Walworth, NY. Online condolences can be expressed at www.youngfuneralhomeny.com      

Rita M. Lockley Williamson:  Entered into rest on July 26, 2019 at age 78. Survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Lynn; son: Camron (Susan) Lockley; grandchildren: Cody, Devyn, and Elizabeth Lockley; sister in law: Pam Maine; many extended family members and friends. Calling hours will be held on (Wednesday) July 31, 2019 from 4p – 7p at Young Funeral Home, Williamson, NY.  Private burial in Lake View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the...

Clara M. DeNearing       Marion:  Passed away on July 25, 2019 at the Wayne County Nursing Home at age 92. Clara was born to Joseph and Dinah (Gobeyn) Mouton on June 20, 1927. She married Robert DeNearing in 1948. Clara spent most of her adult life in Lindenwold NJ and was proud of her career at Campbell Soup Company. She was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed baking cookies, cake decorating and crossword puzzles.  She and her husband returned to their...

Jennifer E. Boise Marion:  Reunited with her family on July 24, 2019 at age 53. Predeceased by parents:  Edward and Dody Polle; sister: Donna Lyness. Jenny was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.  She worked hard on the farm by her husband’s side.  She loved family time, especially being with her grandchildren.   She was the most warm - hearted, caring and compassionate person----a true Angel on Earth. Survived by her loving husband of 33 years,...

Cheryl Riggs Rice   Carolina Beach, NC;  Passed away unexpectedly while on vacation in New York on July 24, 2019 at age 72. She was born to the late Roman J. and Ivy R. (Brown) Riggs on October 28, 1946 in Hight Point, NC.  Cheryl was a proud hairdresser and owner of Hair Designs in Carolina Beach, NC.   She will be sadly missed by her significant other: Wayne Hadley; brother: Ivey Riggs and sisters: Jackie Gillespie, Sarah Riggs Chiles, Rebecca Mullis and...

Margaret J. Alvarado “Peggy” “Meme” Newark:  Reunited with the love of her life, Tony, on (Tuesday) July 16, 2019 at age 75. Predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Tony; parents: Floyd and Anna Wessie Lanse; brother; Donald Lanse; granddaughter: Ashley Sue Henkel; step-father: Luis Santiago. Peggy lived her whole life in Newark working at Hanover Distributors/Sarah Coventry and retiring from Key Industries after 29 years as a Sr. Case Manager. She enjoyed...

Daniel J. Brown Williamson:  Entered into rest on July 3, 2019 at age 84. Predeceased by his parents: Daniel and Martha Brown; (5) siblings. Dan was an avid outdoorsman and loved being with his family. Survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Nancy; children: Mark (Michelle), Michelle, and Michael Brown; grandchildren: Michael, Kayleigh, Mark, Jr., Matthew, and Nicole; great grandchildren: Katherine, Jemma, and Ava;  (5) sisters and (4) brothers, and (1) sister in law; many...

Frank R. Montondo Williamson:  Entered into rest on June 27, 2019 at age 93. Predeceased by his parents and brother Charles. Frank proudly served our country in the United States Army during WWll.  He was lifelong resident of Pultneyville and was a proud farmer.  He was the past assistant chief of the Pultneyville Fire Company. Survived by his wife: Ruth; children: Kathy (Jerry) Nolan; Dan (Diane), Jon (Michele), Tim (Heidi) Montondo, and Alice (Kevin) Sharp; (10)...