Obituaries

C. Lynn Taber

C. Lynn Taber

Jun 24, 2025

Caleman "Lynn" Taber

Age 90, of Trumansburg, NY, passed away June 24, 2025 at home.

The family will receive friends at Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen on Wednesday (July 2nd) from 11am-12pm; followed by a funeral service at 12pm; and burial at Hector Union Cemetery. A reception will be held at the Mecklenburg Vol. Fire Company. 

He is survived...

Linda C. Gould

Linda C. Gould

Jun 16, 2025

Linda C. GouldThe Craftiest Soul in the Finger Lakes November 22, 1946 – June 16, 2025

Linda C. Gould slipped peacefully from this world on June 16, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family at Cayuga Medical Center. Born in Philadelphia, PA, and adopted into the warm arms of Curtis R. and Evelyn (Bendle) Hull, Linda lived a life overflowing with love, laughter,...

Walter Weber

Walter Weber

Jun 14, 2025

Walter Weber

Age 86, of Millport, NY, passed away June 14, 2025.

Walter was born in Harford, PA, the son of Jesse and Alice (Gates) Weber. He worked at Seneca Army Depot in Romulus until he retired. In his younger years, he raced stock cars, competing at tracks in Dundee, Chemung and Weedsport, and was a big Winston-Nascar racing fan. He was also...

James H. Switzer Sr.

James H. Switzer Sr.

Jun 10, 2025

James H. Switzer Sr.

Age 81, of Reading Center, NY, passed away June 10, 2025.

Jim was born in Reading Center on June 13, 1943, the son of Howard and Claudia (Conklin) Switzer.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Joyce Switzer; two sons, James H. Switzer Jr. (wife Gen Switzer) of Candor, and Ken Switzer of Rock Stream; brother, Marvin...

Richard A. Fleming

Richard A. Fleming

Jun 5, 2025

Richard A. Fleming

Age 68, of Fairport, NY, passed away June 5, 2025 in his beloved cabin on Sugar Hill in Watkins Glen, NY.

He is survived by his wife Judy, daughter Ashley Fleming, both of Fairport; brothers Jeff Fleming of Palmyra, and Bill (Bob Lynn) Fleming of Fairport; sisters Lynda Fleming (Larry) of Palmyra; sister-in-law Linda Fleming of Palmyra; best friend...

Kathryn Trechter

Kathryn Trechter

Jun 1, 2025

Kathryn Leah Trechter, of Sugar Hill, Watkins Glen, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, June 1, 2025.

She was born on February 20, 1952, in Jefferson City, Missouri. With her parents and two sisters—Jeannie and Sandy—she crisscrossed the Midwest, camping in national parks from the Ozarks to the Grand Tetons. Those early miles taught her that land is something...

James Hazlitt

James Hazlitt

May 20, 2025

JAMES HAZLITT

Hector, NY-It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Roberts Hazlitt who passed away peacefully at the age of 88 at home, surrounded by the love of his family, on May 20, 2025.

Born in Geneva New York, Jim lived a rich and fulfilling life defined by his deep connection to the land and waters of...

William Billings

William Billings

May 9, 2025

William Billings

Age 78, of Watkins Glen, NY, died peacefully on May 9, 2025 after several years of illness.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 53 years, Gloria; their daughter Christy; son-in-law Mark; his sisters, Cathy, Debbie and Evelyn; brother Tom; as well as many loyal and caring friends.

The family will receive friends and relatives at Royce-Chedzoy Funeral...

Jeffrey Wright

Jeffrey Wright

May 2, 2025

Jeffrey L. Wright

Age 59, of Montour Falls, passed away May 2, 2025.

Family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th St., Watkins Glen on Thursday (May 15th) from 2pm-3pm; followed by a memorial service at 3:00pm; Rev. George Norton will officiate.

He was predeceased by his father, Frank Wright, Jr. He is survived by his mother,...

Bertrand Salmirs

Bertrand Salmirs

Apr 30, 2025

Bertrand Salmirs

Aged 95, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025 at Hospicare in Ithaca, NY.

A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, July 13th, at 2:00pm at Wisdom's Goldenrod, 5801 NY-414, Hector, NY 14841.

He was born February 28, 1930, in Bronx, NYC to Adolph and Mary Salmirs. A resident of Hector, NY, since 1965, he was a public school music teacher...

Barbara L. Winters

Barbara L. Winters

Apr 24, 2025

Barbara L. Winters 

Age 88, of Valois, NY, passed away April 24, 2025.

Barbara was born in Manchester, CT on April 29, 1936, the only child of Louis and Helen Leidholdt.

She graduated from Temple University and later received her masters degree in Psychology from Gettysburg College. She started her career as a 5th grade school teacher at the Overbrook School for the...

William "Bill" Bushey

William "Bill" Bushey

Apr 22, 2025

William "Bill" Bushey

Age 73, of Watkins Glen, NY, was born on September 16th 1951 in Frankfort, NY, passed away unexpectedly on April 22, 2025.

He is survived by his brother, Ronald Bushey of Frankfort, NY; and his sister, Bonnie Consilio of Lafayette, Indiana. He is predeceased by his parents, Robert and Ruth Bushey of Frankfort, NY. Bill resided at the Watkins...

Darlene Sharkey

Darlene Sharkey

Apr 19, 2025

Darlene Sharkey

Age 75, of Rock Stream, NY, passed away April 19, 2025.

Darlene was born in Rosebud, South Dakota on September 15, 1949, the daughter of Bernard and Gladys (Denis) Lambert. After school, she married Dennis Sharkey and settled in Rock Stream. Together, they raised their family and food on the Mak’n Farm, raising many of their own animals, including chickens,...

James E. Carnahan

James E. Carnahan

Apr 17, 2025

James E. Carnahan, Sr.

Age 89, of Hector, NY, passed away April 17, 2025.

A Celebration of Life and a time to share memories about Jim's life will be held Saturday (June 14th) at the Valois-Logan-Hector Fire Station, 5736 NY-414, Hector, NY from 11:30am to 2:00pm. Everyone is welcomed!

Jim was born at home in Hector on December 20, 1935, the son of...

Michael Margreno

Michael Margreno

Apr 13, 2025

Michael J. Margreno, a cherished resident of Watkins Glen, NY, passed away on April 13, 2025 at the age of 67 after a long illness. At the time of his passing he had the love and support of his family at his side.Born on May 22, 1957 in Montour Falls, NY, Michael was the son of the late John and...

Robert Bellman

Robert Bellman

Apr 10, 2025

Robert (Bob) H. Bellman Passed away peacefully after a long illness at age 88. 

He grew up in Cincinnati OH and attended University of Illinois where he received a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering. He served in the US Army, and then worked in the aerospace industry for 5 years. Joining Corning Glass Works, he moved to Bradford, PA where he met...

Kenneth Jimerson

Kenneth Jimerson

Apr 8, 2025

Kenneth Jimerson

Age 55, of Watkins Glen, passed away April 6, 2025.

Ken was born in Salamanca, NY, the son of Laverne Jimerson and Betty Delamarter. He was predeceased by his parents, and stepmother, Susie Jimerson.

He is survived by seven children, Kenneth H. Jimerson, Jesse, Nate, Hunter, Anna Marie, Eloise Daisy, and Nelson; sister Marie Jimerson-Farr (Jay Farr); two brothers, Harry Jimerson,...

Douglas L. Freeman

Douglas L. Freeman

Apr 5, 2025

Douglas L. Freeman

Age 83, of Horseheads, NY, passed away April 5, 2025.

Doug was born in Montour Falls, the son of Gilbert and Marie (Porter) Freeman. He was a graduate of Elmira Free Academy and retired from Howell Packaging in Elmira.

He was predeceased by his brother and sister and their spouses, Robert (Betty) Freeman and Marylou (Richard) Sowers; brother-in-law, Carl Drake;...

Christopher Bailey

Christopher Bailey

Mar 22, 2025

Christopher Bailey

Age 45, of Corning, NY, passed away March 22, 2025 at Robert-Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania.

He was predeceased by his father, Raymond Bailey, who left this world on March 21, 2020, as well as his beloved grandparents, George and Virginia Bailey, and Lincoln and Sylvia Wager. He is survived by his loving mother, Debra Bailey. Also, his brothers Craig,...

Chuck (Winfield) Blaine

Chuck (Winfield) Blaine

Feb 21, 2025

Winfield “Chuck” Blaine 

Age 63, of Montour Falls.

With great love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Winfield “Chuck” Blaine on February 21, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of strength and resilience. 

Born in Corning, NY, Chuck attended Corning East High School before serving in the U.S. Navy. 

Chuck had a warm presence, quick wit and charm that could light up any...