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Robert E. Miller
PHOENIX, Ariz. Robert E. Miller (Bob), 79, formerly of Oneonta, N.Y., passed away Monday, Feb. 12, 2001.
He was born July 26, 1921.
He served his country in the United States Army during WWII. He was a longtime employee of Seeley Ceramics and a member of the West End Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Elnora (Hicken) Miller; two daughters, Dorcas Ross of Oneonta, N.Y., and Susan Holden of Phoenix, Ariz.; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at the Chapel of the Chimes today.
Burial will be at Resthaven Park Cemetery.
Helen M. Corrigan
ROCHESTER Helen M. (Gage) Corrigan, 87, of Rochester, Mass., died Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2001, at home.
She was the wife of the late Joseph F. Corrigan and daughter of the late John and Ellen (Boerum) Gage.
Mrs. Corrigan was born in Brooklyn and had lived in Babylon, Long Island, for most of her life before moving to Stamford, in 1976. She had lived in Rochester since 1992.
She was a graduate of Brooklyn College. She was a communicant of St. Rose of Lima Church in Rochester. Mrs. Corrigan was employed as a schoolteacher in the West Babylon school system for 30 years until her retirement in 1976.
Survivors include three sons, Robert J. Corrigan of Wilton, Conn., Dr. Michael J. Corrigan of Rochester, and Joseph F. Corrigan of Poughkeepsie; a brother, Henry Gage of Jefferson; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was the grandmother of the late Michael P. Corrigan.
Her funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at noon in St. Rose of Lima Church. Burial will be private.
Arrangements are by Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, Mattapoisett, Mass.
Eric T. Darling
MIDDLEFIELD Eric Thomas Darling, 28, of Middlefield, died Thursday, Feb. 15, 2001, as a result of injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident.
Eric was born on Oct. 5, 1972, a son of Thomas and Nancy (Thayer) Darling.
Eric attended Cherry Valley and Cooperstown central schools. He was employed at the Otesaga Hotel as a captain in the dining room and also worked with his father as a carpenter.
Eric enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and spending quality time with his loving daughter, Morgan.
He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends.
He is survived by his parents, Nancy Darling of Middlefield and Tom and Merri Darling of Middlefield; his fiancι, Jennifer Crandall of Middlefield; his daughter, Morgan Darling of Middlefield; four sisters, Angie and her husband, Jeff Christman, of Davenport, Alicia and her husband, Kris Keater, of Milford, Rachael and her husband, Matt Pierce, of Milford and Renee Darling of South Valley; a brother, Thomas Darling Jr. of South Valley; and his grandfather, Pete Darling of Middlefield.
Eric was predeceased by his grandmothers, Margaret Darling and Gertrude Thayer; his grandfather Henry Thayer; and a cousin Pam Jorgensen.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2001, at 1 p.m. at the Tillapaugh Funeral Home in Cooperstown with the Rev. John C. Young officiating.
Calling hours will be Monday, Feb. 19, 2001, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Tillapaugh Funeral Home in Cooperstown, when the family will be in attendance.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in the form of memorial contributions may be made for a scholarship fund for Eric's daughter Morgan, c/o Nancy Darling at 147 Gately Hill Road, Schenevus, N.Y. 12155.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Tillapaugh Funeral Service, Cooperstown and Milford.
Dorothy Campbell
SARASOTA, Fla. Dorothy Stokes Bostwick Campbell of Leatherstocking Farm, Cooperstown, died peacefully at her home in Sarasota, Fla., on Friday, Feb. 16, one month short of her 102nd birthday.
She was born on March 26, 1899, in New York City, the daughter of Albert C. and Marie (Stokes) Bostwick. She spent her early years in that city as well as at a family camp in the Adirondacks, in Gilbertsville, N.Y., home of her stepfather, Fitch Gilbert, and in Cooperstown, where her Stokes forebears were early settlers.
In 1921 Dorothy Bostwick married W.T. Sampson Smith, a descendant of the Campbell family of Cherry Valley, and settled at Leatherstocking Farm on Otsego Lake and in Short Hills, N.J. Mr. Smith was a builder of International Star Class racing yachts and the couple was a highly successful fixture on the domestic and international racing circuit throughout the 1920s and '30s. The Smiths were also pioneers in the field of aviation, particularly in the development of the autogyro, precursor to the modern helicopter. Mrs. Campbell was the first woman to hold a helicopter pilot's license. In 1942, that marriage ended in divorce.
In 1950 Dorothy married Joseph Campbell, vice-president and treasurer of Columbia University. Three years later they moved to Washington, D.C., where Campbell first served as Atomic Energy Commissioner and then, following his appointment by President Eisenhower in 1954, comptroller general of the United States. There Mrs. Campbell complemented a natural ability with formal art studies, and her work has been featured in shows in Washington and Sarasota as well as in Cooperstown, where she was instrumental in the founding of the Cooperstown Art Association. Her work is represented in the permanent collections of Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Conn., the Cooperstown Art Association, the Smithy-Pioneer Gallery and in the homes of many local collectors. She also wrote and illustrated "Passing Thoughts," a collection of her own poetry and drawings, as well as an anthology of her life's artistic achievements, which was published in the early 1990s.
Throughout her life, Mrs. Campbell was committed to many charitable causes in both Cooperstown and Sarasota. These include the Cooperstown Art Association, Leatherstocking Theatre, Bassett Healthcare, Hyde Hall, Brookwood School, the Cooperstown Fire Department, Selby Gardens and Mote Marine Laboratory. Her great love of animals led to her support of the Susquehanna SPCA.
Mrs. Campbell was a member of The Field Club of Sarasota, the Cooperstown Country Club, the Lake and Valley Garden Club, the Cooperstown Art Association, the New York State Historical Association and the International Star Class Yacht Racing Association.
She is survived by two daughters, Suzanne Smith Dean of Cooperstown and Sarasota and Dorothy Smith Rudkin of Cooperstown and Lake Worth, Fla.; a daughter-in-law, Bridget D. Smith of Sarasota; a brother, Dunbar Bostwick of Shelburne, Vt.; four granddaughters, Robin Smith Butchard, Suzanne B. Dean, Mercedes Rudkin Gotwald and Cory Smith Moffat; three grandsons, Randall Dean, Thomas Dean and James Sheldon-Dean; four stepsons and three stepdaughters-in-law, Douglas and Sandra Campbell, Robert and Barbara Campbell, Colin and Nancy Campbell and Frederick Campbell; and 41 great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Campbell was predeceased by both of her husbands and by two sons, W.T. Sampson Smith Jr., who died in 1994, and Henry S. Smith, who died in infancy; a stepson, Alan Campbell; two brothers, Albert "Brother" Bostwick and George "Pete" Bostwick; a sister, Lillian Bostwick Phipps; and a grandson, Henry Rudkin Jr.
A memorial service will be held in June in Cooperstown. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in her memory to the Cooperstown Art Association, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown, N.Y. 13326, the Susquehanna SPCA, 4841 State Highway 28, Cooperstown, N.Y. 13326, or to Hospice of Southwest Florida, 5955 Rand Boulevard, Sarasota, Fla. 34238.
Bernice A. Manzer
OTEGO Bernice A. (Alger) Manzer passed away Friday, Feb. 16, 2001, after facing a very courageous battle with lung cancer.
She was born Jan. 16, 1938, the daughter of the late Clinton and Leta (Collier) Alger, in Oneonta.
She married Joseph Manzer Sr. on Oct. 11, 1982, in Otego.
Bernie attended the Unatego schools and continued her education at the Utica School of Commerce, Utica.
She was a highly respected New York state employee for more than 28 years. Throughout her career she was a senior identification clerk (fingerprint specialist) for the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. She was given a beautiful retirement party by her friends and co-workers for her retirement in 1994. She had also worked with her husband, Joe, in the operation of Little Joe's Refuse in Albany for many years.
Bernie enjoyed the art of crocheting. She also cherished serving her Lord and attending church services. Her most treasured times were spent with her many dear friends and family members. She was a member of the Civil Service Employees Association.
She attended the Otego Baptist Church in Otego. Bernice had a true desire to serve her Savior, and deeply appreciated the guidance of and would like to thank the previous church pastor, Alan Hatch, and his wife, Elizabeth, and the current pastor, Craig Merritt, his family, and the church congregation for all of their love and support.
She joins her parents and her beloved sister, Martha Mae Trask, who predeceased her.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph Manzer Sr.; her sons and their wives, George and Jeannine Minor of Oneonta and Scott and Tracy Stark of Jacksonville, Ark.; her grandchildren, Clinton Jon Minor of Aviano Air Base, Italy, and Nicole A. VanSteenburg and George Bradley Minor of Oneonta; five stepchildren; a niece; two nephews; many aunts, uncles and cousins; numerous cherished friends and neighbors; and, especially, her beloved miniature Schnauzers, (her babies), Toby II and Max.
The family wishes to express its heartfelt gratitude and thanks to the multitude of caregivers who so lovingly helped Bernice during the course of her illness. A special thank you to the staff at the Bassett Cancer Center and the devoted staff at Catskill Area Hospice for their support and guidance during this most difficult time.
A celebration of life will be held in Bernice's memory at the Otego Baptist Church on Monday, Feb. 19, 2001, at 11 a.m., with a luncheon following immediately.
There will be no calling hours.
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Otego at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, Bernice requested that donations be made in her memory to the Otego Baptist Church.
Arrangements are being made by the Westcott Funeral Home in Unadilla.
Karl B. Marino
ONEONTA Karl B. Marino, 82, of Oneonta, died Friday, Feb. 16, 2001, at his residence.
He was born May 11, 1918, in Oneonta, the son of Frank and Jennie (Rosetta) Marino. He married Ellen Kenny on Aug. 24, 1968. She died Jan. 11, 1983.
He served during World War II in the United States Army and was stationed in the European Theater.
Karl retired in 1981, as a beer solicitor for Mincolla Distributors of Binghamton, and before that he worked for Angellotti Brothers in Oneonta.
He was an avid bowler, and was a well-known softball pitcher in his early years.
A lifelong area resident, he was a member of St. Mary's Church, the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge 465 and VFW Post 1206.
He is survived by his two daughters and their husbands, Sandy and Gary Swift and Carol and Bob Whiting of Oneonta; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; his sisters, Anne Marino and Dolly Angellotti of Oneonta, Mary Stanton of Cato and Veronica Marino and Dolores Colone also of Oneonta; and his brothers, Frank Marino of Syracuse and Paul Marino, Tom Marino, Albert Marino and Ron Marino, all of Oneonta. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by a brother, Ralph Marino.
A Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Monday, Feb. 19, 2001, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church with the Rev. Paul Roman, pastor, officiating.
Burial will be in the spring in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Emmons.
Friends may call Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, Oneonta, at which time the family will be in attendance.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Catskill Area Hospice, Oneonta.
Arrangements are by the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, Oneonta.
Bruno P. Naujeck
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. Bruno P. Naujeck, 97, most recently of Port Charlotte, Fla., and formerly of Treadwell, N.Y., died Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2001, at Bon-Secours St. Joseph's Nursing Center in Port Charlotte, Fla.
He was born Feb. 2, 1904, in Tilsit Germany (East Prussia), the son of Julius and Johanna (Pempiec) Naujeck.
In 1924, he immigrated to the United States.
He married Sophie Dragasek on Dec. 9, 1941, in New York City. Mrs. Naujeck died on Feb. 13, 1990.
From 1941 until 1965, Mr. Naujeck operated a dairy farm on Case Hill in Treadwell, and for the past 23 years has lived permanently in Port Charlotte, Fla.
He is survived by two sons and their wives, Paul and Patricia Naujeck of Oneonta, and Werner and Joanne Naujeck of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; his grandchildren, Laurie K. Naujeck of Las Vegas, Jeanne Anne Naujeck of Baltimore, Md., and Michelle M. Naujeck of Boston, Mass.; a half sister, Agnes Kalweit in West Germany; and a nephew, Joseph Kapusta of Ravena, N.Y.
He was predeceased by a son, Erich E. Naujeck, on July 27, 1981.
Funeral and committal services will be private and held at the convenience of the family,
Arrangements are by the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, Oneonta.
Allen Bindler
ONEONTA Allen Bindler, 91, of Oneonta died Thursday afternoon, Feb. 15, 2001, at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown.
He was born Oct. 18, 1909, in New York City, the son of Sam and Gussie (Turk) Bindler.
Allen was self employed in the spring water and honey business in Bovina until he moved to Oneonta two years ago. He enjoyed opera and had sung opera in his earlier years. He was really an extraordinary man.
He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Dirlene Bindler of Oneonta; a daughter and son-in-law, Erica and Sterling Nicholson of Walnut Cove, N.C.; six grandchildren, Sterling Nicholson, Tais Bindler, Sam Bindler, Nicole Bindler, Martin Bindler and Monique Bindler; and niece, Eleanor Haber, and nephew, Mark Saffer, both of Los Angeles.
A graveside service will be held at noon on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2001, at Temple Beth El Cemetery, Emmons. Rabbi Donald Roberts of Temple Beth El, Oneonta, will officiate.
Funeral arrangements are by the Bookhout Funeral Home, Oneonta.
Alice Mildred Nellis
SCHENEVUS We'd like to say fare-thee-well to great-great-aunt Alice.
Alice Mildred Nellis came into this world on July 1, 1900. Born on a farm in Hauppauge, Long Island, weighing in at 1 whole pound. She was kept alive on a stone fireplace, which served as an incubator.
The youngest and last survivor of 11 now joins her parents and her 10 brothers and sisters.
Without writing a book, we can surely say she has always been there for all generations. We love you and we'll miss you Donna, Diane, Douglas, Daria, Dee and Dean Drysdale and Paul Klein and their many children.
Arrangements are by the Heller Funeral Home, 10 Arch St., Schenevus.
Carmen Caiazza
WORCESTER Carmen A.E. Caiazza passed away on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2001, at his home.
He was born Feb. 14, 1913, in West Pawlet, Vt., the son of Michele and Angela (Alonzo) Caiazza.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Kelso) Caiazza, whom he married on Aug. 30, 1939; a daughter, Cynthia Kunz of Coeymans and her husband, David; two sons, Michael of Norfolk, Mass., and his wife, Barbara, and Roger of Liverpool and his wife, Susan; seven grandchildren, Elyse Kunz, Seth Kunz, Alison Caiazza, Jennine Caiazza, Joshua Caiazza, Timothy Caiazza and Jesse Caiazza; two sisters, Carmella Caiazza of Granville and Ernestine McCabe of Phoenix, Ariz.; and many nieces and nephews, including Francis "Pat" Caiazza of Stamford.
He was predeceased by his brothers, Frank, Anthony, Albert and Ernest.
Carmen served in the United States Navy during World War II and was stationed in California.
He was a member of the American Legion in Oneonta and Worcester.
He was a graduate of the Ithaca College School of Music. He taught music in Walton, Worcester, Binghamton and Oneonta city schools for more than 30 years. He served on the Executive Board of the New York State Music Teachers Association. He had numerous private instrumental students and directed the American Legion Drum and Bugle Corps in Oneonta.
His passion for music was passed on to generations of students. Their love of music will be his legacy.
After his retirement from the Oneonta city schools, Elizabeth and Carmen moved back to Worcester. He became a certified piano technician and made many friends in the area. Upon his return to Worcester, he became active in the Wieting Memorial Association and served as its president.
Carmen was a communicant of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Worcester.
Calling hours will be held today from 6 to 9 p.m. at the E.J. Skinner Co. Funeral Chapel in Worcester. A vigil service will be held at 8:30 p.m.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Main Street, Worcester, with the Rev. Edward Golding as celebrant.
Burial with military honors will be held at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Worcester at a later date.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude and thanks to Catskill Area Hospice, Dr. Robert Garfield and friends who lovingly helped him during his last days.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in Carmen's memory to the Catskill Area Hospice, 542 Main St., Oneonta, N.Y. 13820 or the Wieting Memorial Association, in care of Mrs. Barbara McCabe, Treasurer, 18 North Church St., Worcester, N.Y. 12197.
Funeral arrangements are by E.J. Skinner Co., 115 Main St., Worcester.
