Bath, New York

Mark A. Finch – 65 – of 105 Geneva St., Bath, NY died Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.

Born in Rochester on January 31, 1959, he was the son of T. Richard & Patricia (Barnhart) Finch.

Mark grew up in New Jersey and was a graduate of Northern Valley Regional High School in Old Tappan, NJ. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy, serving his country form September, 1977 – November, 1979.

For most of his adult life, Mark worked in the field of general construction. Throughout the years he resided in several locations, including New Jersey, Hammondsport, Michigan, Yonkers and has lived in the Bath area for the past four years.

He was married in 1988 to the former Rebecca “Becca” Saltsman who died in 2019 and was also preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are his two children, Alex Clark and Harley Finch; his brother, Scott (Patricia) Finch of Hornell; along with other extended family.

At Mark’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Mark’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to the Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.

Hornell, New York

Arlene L. Howe – 75 – of Portland, MI, formerly of Hornell, passed away peacefully at the Niche Assisted Living Facility of Clare, MI.

Born in Corning, NY on February 29, 1948, she was the daughter of Richard & Virginia (Hollar) Schaumberg.

Arlene was a lifelong resident of Hornell, N.Y. before moving to Portland, MI. in 2018 to be closer to her family. She was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1967).

She was united in marriage to Lewis Howe in 1968, and together they enjoyed thirty-seven years of marriage until the time of Lewis’ passing on August 24, 2005.

While living in Hornell, Arlene was employed at McDonald’s Restaurant for about 5 years; served as a nurse’s aide at the Hornell Gardens Nursing Facility for 10 years; as well as a cashier at Wal-Mart. However she took her greatest pride in her role as a homemaker for her family.

Arlene enjoyed crocheting and baking (especially her famous raisin bread) and she was an avid collector of antique porcelain dolls and other “Knick-Knacks.” She had a love for all animals, but those that knew her best, knew her greatest love of all was time spent with her sons and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lewis Howe, her parents Richard and Virginia Schaumberg, sister in-law Jennifer Luther, her in-laws Jenny and Paul Warriner, and Dan and Ruth King.

Arlene is survived by her two sons John (Yvette) Howe of Portland, MI. and Paul Howe of East Butler, PA; her grandchildren Brittney, Kailyn, Logan, Brendan, Tyler, Cheyenne, Alyssa, and Nicholas. Other survivors include her brothers-in-law Donald (Patty) Howe and Leo Luther; sisters-in-law Margaret (David) Kashorck, Rita Smith, and Denise (Robert) Whitney; and several nieces and nephews.

At Arlene’s request there were no calling hours. A private graveside service was held at the Hornell-Rural Cemetery.

Local arrangements were in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Arlene’s family request that memorial contributions in her name be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.

Almond, New York

Penelope M. “Penney” Worth – 75 – of Whitney Valley Road, Almond, died Friday afternoon (May 24, 2024) at her home.

Born in Braddock, PA on June 4, 1948, she was the daughter of Philip & Jewel (Vaskevich) Smith. She has resided in the Almond area for over 35 years.

Penney was married to Ronald Worth who died in 1997. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen Vlasty.

Surviving are her son, Christopher (Michele) Worth of Almond; 1 brother, Rev. Lawrence Smith of Pittsburg, PA; 1 grandson, Wyatt Worth of Almond; several nieces & nephews.

At Penney’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Penney’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to Abbe-Freeland Animal Sanctuary, 8104 Terwilliger Road, Angelica, NY 14709.

Arkport, NY / Hornell, NY

Clifford W. “Cliff” Grover – 93 – formerly of Arkport, and also Rock Fall, Connecticut, died early Tuesday morning (May 21, 2024) at Elderwood at Hornell Nursing Facility where he had resided for the past three years.

Born in Middletown, CT on April 9, 1931, he was the son of Clifford H. and Frances (Ennis) Grover.

Cliff grew up in Rocky Hill, CT and attended Weathersfield High School (Class of 1949). He was a star athlete, excelling on the baseball diamond as a pitcher and actually played in the minor leagues. Cliff enlisting in the United States Navy in 1952. He was honorably discharged on January 21, 1954.

Following his discharge from the US Navy, Cliff returned Rocky Hill and began working at Pratt & Whitney as a Metallurgical Engineer where he spent most of his career. For a short period of time, he was employed at the Electric Boat in New London, CT, but returned to Pratt & Whitney in 1967 where he stayed until he retired in 1993. He resided in the Rocky Hill / Rock Fall area most of his life until relocating to Arkport in 2015.

A true outdoorsman, Cliff (known by close friends & family as “The Big Red Dog”) enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially hunting white tail deer in Connecticut, Vermont, and New York. He also loved gardening and was a lifelong New York Yankees, New York Giants, & UConn basketball fan. In his younger years, Cliff enjoyed playing golf & bowling and had been a member of several bowling leagues.

While living in Connecticut, Cliff was a communicant of St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church in Kensington. More recently, he had been a member of St. Mary’s Church in Canaseraga, NY.

Cliff was married to the former Winifred Antoinette Aubin who died October 22, 2014. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Lorrie Duke, on March 29, 2017.

Surviving are two daughters, Kim (Chris) Ogorzalek of Arkport; Wendy Darling of Virginia and grandchildren, Cassie Hill, Garrett Cerniglia, Spencer Duke and Sydney Duke; son-in-law, Stan Duke; great-granddaughter, June Hill; along with many nieces, nephews, & cousins.

At Cliff’s request, there will be no calling hours. A Funeral Service with Military Honors will be held on Tuesday (May 28th, 2024) at 7:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY with Father John Cullen officiating. Burial with will be in Rose Hill Memorial Park Cemetery in Rocky Hill, CT on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 12:00 Noon.

In lieu of flowers, Cliff’s family requests that memorial contributions in his name be made to the Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843. Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.

In recognition of Cliff’s service to his country as a member of the US Navy, the American Flag at the Dagon Funeral Home will be flown at Half-Staff.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, please visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com or www.facebook.com/dagonfuneralhome.

Corning, New York

Darlene M. Harrison – 63 – of 139 Wall St., Corning, NY, died Sunday morning (May 12, 2024) at her home, following a long illness.

A native & lifelong resident of Corning, Darlene served as a “Lunch Lady” for the Corning School District for several years. For about 10 years she was employed in the housekeeping department of the Super 8 Motel in Corning and for about 22 years worked in the housekeeping department of the Radisson Hotel in Corning, retiring about 3 years ago.

Darlene enjoyed listening to Country Music and spending time working in her flower garden. She was a talented artist and loved painting “garden statues” and other ornaments. She also enjoyed her time camping at Sunflower Acres Campground in Addison, NY.

She was preceded in death by her father, Francis Harrison and her infant brother, Alan Joe Harrison.

Surviving are her longtime companion, Leigh Shaefer; her son, Dana Andrews of Corning; her daughter, Dolly McIntyre of Corning; her mother, Dorothy Taylor of Corning; 3 brothers, Randy (Inez) Harrison of Corning, Harry (Samantha) Harrison of Watkins Glen & Timmy Harrison of Corning; 2 sisters, Debbie Boissonneault of Corning and Rosie (Bruce) Watson of Corning; 5 grandchildren, Seth Andrews, Isaac Andrews, kloey Andrews, Martin McIntyre and Maggie McIntyre; several nieces & nephews.

At Darlene’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Darlene’s family request that memorial contributions in her name be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.

Hornell, NY / Canisteo, NY

James C. “Jim” Nosky – formerly of 2 Seventh St., Canisteo, died Saturday morning (May 11, 2024) at Elderwood at Hornell Nursing Facility where he had resided for the past 7 months.

Born in Buffalo, NY he was the son of Edward & Bernice (Connolly) Nosky.

Jim grew up in Cheektowaga and was a graduate of the Seminary of the Little Flower & St. Joseph (class of 1953). He received his Bachelor’s Degree in English from Canisius College and later received his Master’s Degree in Education with an emphasis on English from Alfred University.

For 32 years, Jim served as an English teacher at Jasper Central School, retiring in 1991. He was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church.

Jim was married on August 13, 1959 to the former Josephine Nasca who died November 1, 2018. He was also preceded in death by 2 brothers, Donald Nosky and Leslie McMullen; 3 sisters, Dolores Ulrich, Jeanne Joachimi and Bernice Kelly; his son, Robert Conlan.

Surviving are his son, Dominic Conlan; his brother, Robert (Carol) Nosky of Oswego; his brother-in-law, Robert Kelly of Kenmore; many nieces & nephews.

At Jim’s request there will be no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10:00 AM at St. Ann’s Church. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Jim’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, Office of Development, 2900 North Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607 or to Canisius College, 2001 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14208-1517.

To leave an online condolence or print a memorial form, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.

Hornell, New York

A. Jean Foley – (93) – of 1190 County Route 66 (The Woodlands), Hornell, formerly of Rochester, NY & Whittier, CA, died Monday morning at St. James Hospital following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on May 25, 1930, she was the daughter of Eugene & Irene (Davidson) Howe.

Jean grew up in Arkport and was a graduate of Arkport Central School (class of 1948). She resided in Rochester for many years and had been employed as a film inspector at Kodak Corporation and later as a lens polisher at Bausch & Laum.

She resided in Whittier, CA for many years and for 13 years she was employed as a “lead lady” at Beckman Instruments in California.

Jean was an avid bingo player and enjoyed reading & working on crossword puzzles.

Jean was married on December 27, 1951 to Michael Foley who died June 10, 2015. She was also preceded in death by her son, Michael E. Foley; her sister, Virginia Howe; 2 brothers, Ralph Howe and Francis Howe.

Surviving are 1 daughter, Patricia Jean (Ric) Saavedra of Oregon; 2 brothers, Dean “Ed” (Carrie) Howe of Arkport and Randy Howe of Daytona, FL; her sister-in-law, Barbara Howe of South Dansville;1 grandson, Aaron Nakahara; 5 step-grandchildren, Isaac, James, Abigail, Elizabeth and Marcos; several nieces & nephews.

At Jean’s request there will be no calling hours. Private graveside services will be held at Heritage Hill Cemetery in Arkport with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Jean’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to the Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.

Hornell, New York

Charles F. “Chuck” Curran – 77 – of 23 Crosby St., Hornell, died Monday morning (April 29, 2024) at the Bath VA Medical Center in Bath, NY, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on February 8, 1947, he was the son of Edgar & Shirley (Davidson) Curran.

Chuck grew up in Hornell and, as a young child also lived on Keuka Lake. He was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1965). Following high school graduation he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served his country during the Vietnam era.

Following his honorable discharge from the US Air Force, Chuck returned to the Hornell area and, for a time, was employed at a printing company in Dansville, NY. For about 25 years he served as a bartender at the Hornell Association, retiring about 10 years ago due to ill health.

Chuck had been a member of the Hornell Association (where he served as a member of the Board of Directors), the Hornell AMVETS, Hornell VFW and the Hornell American Legion. He was a “die-hard” Dallas Cowboys Fan and enjoyed visiting casinos in Salamanca and Las Vegas.

He was married on September 6, 1969 to the former Nancy J. Pauly who died January 30, 2021. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Michael Curran.

Surviving are 2 daughters, Shannon (Kyle) Bell of Westfield, PA and Kelly (Edward) Ellis of Hornell; 7 grandchildren, Brittany (Reid) Welch, Jacob Seeley, Tyler Parker, Taryn Parker, Hayden Parker, Karlie Parker and Jase Ellis; 1 great-granddaughter, Quinn Welch; 2 sisters; 1 brother; several nieces & nephews. He will also be sadly missed by his “feline companions” (AKA Cats), Frisky & Sunny.

At Chuck’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services with Military Honors will be held at the Bath National Cemetery, Bath, NY, at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Chuck’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to the Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843 or to the Bath VA Medical Center Activities Fund, 76 Veterans Ave., Bath, NY 14810.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.

Hornell, New York

Janice Chardeen – 89 – a resident of Maple City Rehabilitation & Nursing Facility, formerly of Williamson, NY, died Friday (April 12, 2024) at St. James Hospital where she had been taken by Hornell City Ambulance.

Born on March 16, 1935, Janice spent much of her life in Rochester, NY and later Williamson, NY and had been employed as a nurse for many years. She had resided in Hornell for the past year.

She was preceded in death by her son, Nicholas “Nick” Chardeen.

Janice is survived by her step-son, Frank (Suzanne) Chardeen of Williamson.

At Janice’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com

Bath, New York

Carlyle A. “Stoney” Stone – 83 – of 127 West William St., Bath, died Saturday evening (April 14, 2024) at his home, following a long illness.

Born in Towanda, PA on May 10, 1940, he was the son of William & Sylvina (Crayton) Stone.

Stoney grew up in Pennsylvania where he graduated from high school. He was an
11½ year Veteran of the US Army, serving his country during the Vietnam Conflict.

He was employed as a truck driver, primarily driving throughout New York State and Pennsylvania. Stoney enjoyed visiting various restaurants and, in his younger years, was an avid bowler.

Carlyle had been married to his first wife, Jean, who died about 30 years ago. He was also preceded in death by his step-son, Kevin Frisbie.

He was married on January 17, 1998 to the former Kay Arleen Thompson who survives. Also surviving are 2 sons, Carlyle “Ed” (Jovelyn) Stone and Stephen (Brenda) Stone; 3 step-children, Deanna Frisbie, Dana Furlong and Fred Frisbie; along with several other family members.

At Carlyle’s request there will be no calling hours. A private Memorial Service will be held at the Bath National Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Carlyle’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to the Bath VA Medical Center Activities Fund, 76 Veterans Ave., Bath, NY 14810

To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.