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Mary W. Ramsey
ROCKDALE — Mary W. Ramsey, 71, of Rockdale, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2002, at her home.
She was born Feb. 13, 1931, daughter of the late William and Beatrice Cranston Wilson in Delhi, N.Y.
Mary married Grier L. Ramsey on Sept. 22, 1979, in Bainbridge. He predeceased her on Nov. 22, 1980.
She was employed by Borden's Chemical Co. in Bainbridge when she retired on July 1, 1995.
Mary is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Richard and Joan Rosemier of Union, S.C., and Stephen and Marilyn Rosemier of Japan; one daughter and son-in-law, Jean and Charles Huttel of Poughquag, N.Y.; and grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held Tuesday, Aug. 20, at C.H. Landers Chapel, at 21 Main St. in Sidney, at 8 p.m.
Burial will be in Andes Cemetery in Andes.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Chenango County, 21 Hayes St., Norwich NY; and the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are by C.H. Landers Inc. Funeral Chapel of Sidney.
Richard H. Finley
ONEONTA — Richard H. Finley, 85, of 110 Spruce St., Oneonta, died peacefully in his home on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2002.
Known as Dick to his friends, he was born in Oneonta on Jan. 30, 1917, and later moved to Hartford, Conn.
Married to the former Audrey B. Creller, he returned with his family to Oneonta in 1946, where he commenced a successful business as a home builder, erecting many residences in the West End and Country Club area.
Dick was known for his sense of humor and enthusiasm for life, playing Santa Claus for neighborhood children for years, traits that he coupled with a compassion for those in need, often constructing handicapped ramps and other projects for the cost of materials only.
A member of the CCC during World War II, he finished his career as a carpenters foreman at Hartwick College. He was a member of the Oneonta Carpenters Local Union.
Besides his wife of 59 years, he is survived by five children, Patricia A. Fritts of Delmar, Richard H. Finley Jr. of Kingman, Ariz., Jerry R. Finley of East Meredith, John R. Finley of Oneonta and Susan M. Fuson of Richmond, Va. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and longtime friend, Robert Winn of Oneonta.
He was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara.
There will be no wake or funeral service, and friends are invited to visit with the family at the Finley residence, 110 Spruce St., Oneonta, from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
Contributions in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Catskill Area Hospice, 542 Main St., Oneonta, NY 13820.
Arrangements are by the Lewis-Hurley Funeral Home, Oneonta.
Mary W. Ramsey
ROCKDALE — Mary W. Ramsey, 71, of Rockdale, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2002, at her home.
She was born Feb. 13, 1931, the daughter of the late William and Beatrice Cranston Wilson in Delhi.
Mary married Everett L. Rosemier on Feb. 15, 1953, at Lake Delaware. He predeceased her on Oct. 15, 1957.
Mary married Grier L. Ramsey on Sept. 22, 1979, in Bainbridge. He predeceased her on Nov. 22, 1980.
She was employed by Borden's Chemical Co. in Bainbridge, retiring on Nov. 22, 1995.
Mary is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Joan Rosemier of Union, S.C., and Stephen and Marilyn Rosemier of Yokota Air Base, Japan; one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Steve McDaniel of Albuquerque, N.M.; one sister and brother-in-law, Jean and Charles Huttle of Poughquag; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2002, at C.H. Landers Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney.
Burial will be in the Andes Cemetery in Andes. A committal service will be held at 10 a.m. for the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Chenango County, 21 Hayes St., Norwich, N.Y. or the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are by C.H. Landers Inc. Funeral Chapel of Sidney.
Evelyn Monroe
DELHI — Evelyn L. R. Monroe, 98, former longtime Delhi resident, passed away peacefully on Tuesday night, Aug. 13, 2002, in Coronado, Calif.
The daughter of Alvah D. and Lucy W. (Bull) Rowell, she was born March 22, 1904, in Walton, was a graduate of Delaware Academy (1922) and Syracuse University (1926), and married James W. Monroe on Aug. 22, 1928, in Delhi. "Jim" died Aug. 9, 1973.
A homemaker most of her life, Evelyn taught school before her marriage. She loved the learning environment, and was a substitute teacher in English, history and social studies at Delaware Academy.
Throughout her life, she valued relationships and constantly organized events that brought people together. She possessed an unusual acceptance, interest and understanding of different racial and cultural backgrounds, and for many years housed foreign students who attended the Delhi college. Until the end, letters and greetings came from former students now living in Africa, Asia and Europe.
Faith was a deeply ingrained part of her loving personality. A faithful servant, she held many official offices in the Delhi Methodist Church and taught a fourth-grade Sunday school class for more than 30 years. When the United Ministry of Delhi was formed, bringing together a Presbyterian and Methodist congregation, she was a leader with a vision to better serve her community.
She thought it a sin to drive to a church event alone and would always call friends who might need a ride. She took a special interest in handicapped residents of a group home in Delhi, and saw that a church membership class was available to them. Today they are a regular part of the life of the United Ministry.
Her camera was a constant companion, and she will be remembered for the numerous photos she took of people in the church and community, which she chronicled in her yearly albums, now a living history of Delhi.
Evelyn was especially pleased that her childhood days were recorded in the book, "Fragments of Yesterday," that was written by local authors Anne McCall and Mary Jane Henderson.
In 1990, she was surprised and deeply honored when she was named "Woman of the Year" by the Delhi Business and Professional Women's Association.
When her health declined, she moved to Coronado, Calif., in December 1997, to reside near her son.
Surviving are two sons, Philip A. Monroe of Coronado, Calif., and J. Lawrence Monroe of Northridge, Calif.; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Friends are invited to call on Friday evening, Sept. 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hall & Peet Funeral Home in Delhi when the family will be in attendance.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at the United Ministry, with the Rev. Lisa Heckman officiating. Burial will follow at the Walton Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the United Ministry of Delhi.
Arrangements are entrusted to Robert A. Peet & Son of Delhi.
Dorothy J. Lang
DELHI — On Sunday, Aug. 11, 2002, Dorothy was called by the Lord from this Earth to fly with the angels.
Dorothy was born in Brooklyn, New York City, on Dec. 9, 1909, the daughter of Jennie and Fred Lang.
She received her education in New York City. finishing with bachelor's, master's and doctorate degrees from Hunter College.
Following was a teaching career, most of it spent at P.S. 138 in Queens, where she earned the respect and friendship of her students and fellow teachers.
When she retired, she bought a home in Delhi to be close to her beloved sister and brother-in-law, Lillian and Edwin Johanson, owners of Maple Shade Farm.
Dorothy and Lillian were avid antique collectors and for years attended most of the great house auctions in the area.
When Edwin died, the farm was sold and Lillian moved to live with Dorothy in the village.
Several cousins survive.
Memorial services will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2002, at the MacArthur Funeral Home in Delhi.
There will be no calling hours.
Burial will take place at the convenience of the family.
Contributions in her memory may be made to Catskill Area Hospice.
Arrangements are with the MacArthur Funeral Home of Delhi.
George Lewis Jr.
STARRUCCA, Pa. — George Lewis Jr., 64, of Starrucca, Pa., passed away on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2002, at home.
He was born Dec. 29, 1937, in Callicoon, N.Y., the son of George and Cora (Bennett) Lewis Sr.
He worked for 18 years for Porosky Lumber in Preston Park, Pa., and 20 years for Tinklepaugh's in Hancock, N.Y.
He raced stock cars for almost 50 years.
He is survived by four daughters, Kellee Bosket of Deposit, N.Y., Elizabeth Protheroe of Deposit, N.Y., Lori Brimmer of Garrattsville, N.Y., and Shelly Lewis of Starlight, Pa.; three sons, Robert Lewis of Auburn, N.Y., George Lewis III of Winterdale, Pa., and Roger Lewis of Starrucca, Pa.; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and expecting a great-grandchild; and two brothers, Leo Lewis of Starrucca, Pa., and Ray Lewis of Starrucca, Pa.
Calling hours are from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today, Aug. 19, 2002, at the Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel in Hancock. A funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2002, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Craig Gommer of Deposit Methodist Church officiating, assisted by Mitchell Bush.
Burial will be in the Shehawken Cemetery in Shehawken, Pa.
Arrangements are by Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel of Hancock.
Stephene Fordyce
HURLEY — Stephene R. Fordyce, 47, of Evergreen Lane in Hurley, passed away Saturday, Aug. 17, 2002, at the Kingston Hospital.
She was born Dec. 31, 1954, in Oneonta, the daughter of Beverly Parson Ritchko and the late Fred Ritchko.
She acquired two master's in education, graduating in the Class of 1976 from the State University College at Oneonta and acquiring her master's from SUCO in 1978, and her second master's in education from the College of St. Rose in Albany in 1982.
She was married to Kenneth J. Fordyce.
Mrs. Fordyce was a teacher/director at Good Friends Preschool in Hurley for six years and prior to her illness was employed as an elementary special education teacher for Rondout Central Schools at Rosendale Elementary School for two years.
She was very active in Ulster Hurley Girl Scouts for the last 10 years and served as troop leader, member of the Hurley Reformed Church and served on consistory as a deacon and Kingston Girls Soccer Booster Club.
In addition to her mother of Oneonta, she is survived by her husband, Kenneth J. Fordyce; a daughter, Kara E. Fordyce at home; a sister, Beth Eileen Ritchko of Albany; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
The funeral service will be at noon Wednesday at the Hurley Reformed Church, with the Rev. Charles E. Stickley officiating.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Keyser & Hamilton Funeral Service.
Burial will be in the Hurley Cemetery in Hurley.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Stephene Fordyce Rosendale Elementary School Reading Support Program, care of Key Bank, Hurley, NY 12443 in her memory.
Arthur C. Rikard
PRATTSVILLE — Arthur C. (Stub) Rikard, 80, of Johnson Hollow in Prattsville, passed away Friday, Aug. 16, 2002, in the town of Prattsville.
He was born on July 7, 1922, in the town of Roxbury, the son of Clarence O. Rikard and Martha E. Rapplayea.
He married Ruth Leger on May 1, 1952, in Gilboa.
A veteran of the U.S. Navy Armed Guard, which served as gunners mate on merchant vessels. He served from the South Pacific to Atlantic Theaters from 1942-1945.
In later years Stub was a carpenter for the Hudson Valley Union No. 19.
Stub was a man of many talents. Through the years he had been a logger, a beekeeper, restaurant owner, tavern owner, beef farmer and produce salesman.
He graduated from Grand Gorge Central School. He enjoyed fishing and playing cards.
He was a member of V.F.W. Post 6292 in Stamford; 50-year member of the Earle B. Dudley Post No. 686 in Grand Gorge; and was a member of the Tannersville American Legion post.
He is survived by his wife, Ruth Rikard; three daughters, Valarie Brainerd, Ellen Brenn and Jean Monnen; two sons, David A. Rikard and Daniel Rikard; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; two brothers, Clifford and Herbert Rikard; one sister, Evelyn Rikard; and nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. today, Aug. 19, 2002, at the United Methodist Church in Prattsville, with the Rev. Elliott Oakes officiating.
Calling hours were held 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller Funeral Home in Roxbury.
Burial will be in the Gilboa Cemetery, Gilboa.
Arrangements are by the Miller Funeral Home, Roxbury.
Lillian E. Alling
DOLGEVILLE — Mrs. Lillian E. Alling, 84, of 80 Van Buren St. in Dolgeville, died Saturday, Aug. 17, 2002, at the Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown after a brief illness.
Lillian was born in Mohawk on Nov. 3, 1917, the daughter of Leslie W. and Ida A. (Craig) Hurdic, and was a graduate of Mohawk schools, Class of 1934.
Her marriage to Thomas F. Alling took place on Nov. 27, 1935, in the Baptist parsonage in Little Falls. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Charles B. Allnatt. Mr. Alling predeceased her on Dec. 29, 1987.
Mrs. Alling was employed as a seamstress for many years by the Little Frocks Dress Co. of Little Falls, retiring from there several years ago.
She was a 50-plus-year member of the Auskerada Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star of Dolgeville, a former member of the Clara Barton Society of the Universalist Church and she personally enjoyed the history of central New York and her family's genealogy.
Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren always came first with her.
Surviving her is a son, Thomas Alling of San Antonio, Texas; her daughters and their husbands, Alice and William Mahardy of Richfield Springs, Elizabeth "Betty" and Louis Pohleven of Dolgeville, her twin daughters, Lorraine and her husband, Thomas Weingates, of New Mexico and Louise and Peter Rossi of Grand Gorge; 26 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by a brother, Theron Hurdic; and her sisters, Nellie Veneyard and Marguerite Guile.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2002, at the Roberts-Buck Funeral Home, 3 Faville Ave. in Dolgeville, with the Rev. James Thomas officiating. Calling hours are from noon until time of the service. Burial will follow in the Dolgeville Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Bassett Hospital Foundation, 1 Atwell Road, Cooperstown, NY 13326 or to the Auskerada Chapter OES, Dolgeville, NY.
Harold A. Barney
WEST ONEONTA — Harold Austin Barney, 85, of West Oneonta died Sunday afternoon, Aug. 18, 2002, at his home following a lengthy illness.
He was born July 15, 1917, in Canajoharie, a son of John Edward and Magdalene (Moore) Barney.
Following his mother's and father's deaths in 1918 and 1922 respectively, he became the adopted son of his great-uncle and great-aunt — Austin C. and Nora (Dixon) Barney.
He and his adoptive family lived in Mount Vision and then later moved to West Oneonta.
Harold graduated from Laurens Central School in 1934. Upon graduation from the Utica School of Commerce in 1936, he worked as a bookkeeper in Fort Plain.
From 1941-1945, he served in the U.S. Army in the Asian Pacific Theater as a supply tech engineer.
He received the following medals — American Defense Service Medal, American Service Medal, Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and World War II Victory Medal.
While in the service he married Cora Green on June 18, 1942, in the West Oneonta Baptist Church.
After his discharge from the Army he worked for the Delaware and Hudson Railway. In 1978 he retired after 32 years of service.
After retirement from the railroad, Harold, learned how to use a computer and a digital camera. He enjoyed compiling genealogies, creating graphics and printing out pictures.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Lawrence Barney and William Everett Barney Robinson.
He was also predeceased by a son, Charles H. Barney, on July 27, 1981.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Cora; a daughter and son-in-law, Esther L. and Robert J. Reynolds of Otego; a granddaughter and her husband, Mary E. (Reynolds) and John Yim of North Tonawanda; two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Zachary Yim.
Friends are invited to meet with the family in the Sessions Room at the West Oneonta Baptist Church from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2002.
The funeral will be in the main sanctuary of the West Oneonta Baptist Church from 1:30 to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2002, with the Rev. John Dougherty and the Rev. Tim Thurber co-officiating.
A service of committal and burial will follow in the West Oneonta Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care Inc., 542 Main St., Oneonta, N.Y., or the West Oneonta Fire Department.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Bookhout Funeral Home in Oneonta.
