Chautauqua County Obituaries
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Nagel, Frances Triscari Anzalone
Frances Triscari Anzalone Nagel, 94, formerly of 8 Crane
St., Jamestown, died Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012, in the Lutheran
Home and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born Dec. 10, 1917, in Jamestown, the daughter
of Joseph and Bessie Parsalitti Triscari.
Frances was a graduate of Jamestown High School, and in
earlier years was employed at National Worsted Mills. Later,
she married and resided in Jamestown with her first
husband of 37 years, Samuel F. Anzalone Sr., and family,
working as a bank associate for Marine Midland Bank until 1981. Later she moved to
Dayton, Ohio, where she retired with her second husband of 23 years, Herbert L. Nagel.
Frances was a communicant of Holy Apostles Parish, Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.
She enjoyed cooking, baking,
traveling, and most important, time with family.
Surviving are a son, Samuel F. Anzalone (late Karen S.) of Panama, N.Y.; two daughters:
Vange M. Kervin and Marilyn L. Olds (late James A.), both of Jamestown, N.Y.; five
grandchildren: Lisa M. Kervin-Babeaux (Christopher) of Columbus, Ohio, Brenda M. Olds
of Jamestown, N.Y., James B. Olds (Jill) of Monroeville, Pa., Angela M. Swartzman (Chad)
of Frewsburg, N.Y., Anthony Anzalone of Jamestown, N.Y.; many great-grandchildren; a
sister, Margaret Leone of Jamestown, N.Y.; a daughter-in-law, Peg Anzalone of
Jamestown, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her first husband in 1976; her second husband in 2004; two
sons, Charles J. Anzalone in 1964 and Louis S. Anzalone in 2010; five sisters: Bessie
Guiffreda, Rose Russo, Lena Triscari, Josephine Vella, Angeline Foti; and two brothers:
Joseph and Sebastian Triscari.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday and for one hour prior to
the service Friday in the funeral home.
The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in the Lind Funeral Home. The Rev.
Dennis W. Mende, pastor of Holy Apostles Parish, will officiate. Burial will be in
Holy Cross Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Hospice Chautauqua County, 20 W. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, NY 14750.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Frances at www.lindfuneralhome.com.
Nalbone, John J. Sr.
John J. Nalbone Sr., 93, retired owner/operator of Dunkirk Aviation, passed away peacefully
Monday, Oct 31, 2011, at Brooks Hospital, surrounded by his family.
He was born on May 13, 1918, in Anita, Pa., the youngest child of the late Charles
and Clara (Lucania) Nalbone.
Raised in Jamestown, N.Y., where his family had relocated, John became interested in
flying "when I was first able to see," and he took his first airplane ride in 1931
at the age of 13. John recalls that flight cost him 65 cents and from that moment on,
he was hooked on flying.
Following graduation from Jamestown High School in 1938, John enrolled
in the Civilian Pilot Training Program, where he received his private pilot
license.
In 1941, after marrying Susan Galofaro from Dunkirk, he was sent to
Leroy, N.Y., to undertake a secondary instruction course under the auspices
of a government training program. He received his commercial license
there, and then enrolled in a two-month long school in Reading, Pa, where
he earned his flight instructor's license.
In late 1941, after America entered World War II, John enlisted in the
U.S. Army. Soon, John was assigned to the 54th Flight training attachment
at Dorr Field in Arcadia, Fla., as a primary flight instructor. John taught
primary flight instruction in Stearman biplanes until the end of World
War II.
With help from the G.I. Bill, John, his wife Sue, and their small son
Johnny, relocated to Sue's hometown of Dunkirk, N.Y., where he opened his
own flight school at Werle Field, a small grass strip, equipped with runway
lights, which John mowed in the summer, and plowed in the winter.
In 1947, John was appointed a pilot examiner, and found that he could
make a living by flight instruction, giving pilot exams and rebuilding
airplanes.
In 1960, John became the manager of the adjacent Dunkirk Airport, and he
entered into a long-term lease with the city of Dunkirk. John began to
construct several large hangars there at his own expense while he and his
wife, Sue, began applying for government grants that would allow the money
received to be allocated for airport improvements such as much needed
runway resurfacing.
John had flown everything from the Goodyear blimp to Piper Cubs. He constructed
seven homebuilt airplanes, including his favorite, a Steen Skybolt biplane with
which he did aerobatics and skywriting. He enjoyed "buzzing" the Dunkirk Memorial
Day parade with his good friend, Joe San George, who had built an identical
Skybolt.
John's last airplane was a Grumman Tiger, which he flew until he was 85 years
of age. At the time of his retirement, it is estimated that John had given over
5,000 flight exams and had accrued in excess of 30,000 actual hours of flying time.
He had the pleasure of teaching his own sons, several nephews, and all six of
his grandchildren the love of flying.
The recipient of several aviation awards during his career, John received the
Lifetime Achievement Award from the FAA in 1996, and in 2003, the prestigious
Charles Taylor Mechanics Award, presented to aviators with 50 or more continuous
years of service in aviation.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his loving wife of 53
years, the former Susan M. Galofaro; two sisters: Mary Camarata and Christine
Trunzo; and five brothers: Joseph, Peter, Angelo, James and Samuel.
He is survived by three children: John Jr. (Deborah), Linda Liedke (Allan) and
Louis (Janet), all of Fredonia. He is also survived by six grandchildren: Jennifer
Nalbone of Buffalo, Leonard Nalbone (Kara) and Randall Nalbone (Karinne), both of
Jamestown; Jacqueline Gould (Matthew) of Eden, Suzanne Cope (Stephen Mayone) of
Boston, and Jessica Myers (Tim) of Raleigh, N.C. He is further survived by five
great-grandchildren: and very close friend Pasquale (Pat) Guimento of Hamburg,
who had had breakfast with John nearly every Sunday for the past 35 years.
John was also predeceased by very close friend, Charles, "Chuck" Graves of
Dunkirk; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, at the McGraw-Kowal Funeral
Home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday morning,
Nov. 4, 2011, at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Dunkirk.
Flowers gratefully declined.
The family suggests memorials be made to the Jamestown Community College
Foundation - John J. Nalbone Sr. Aviation Scholarship Fund.
Nalbone, Thelma C. Salerno
Thelma C. Salerno Nalbone, 85, of Heritage Park, died Saturday Dec. 17, 2011,
in Heritage Park.
She was born Oct. 9, 1926, in Warren, Pa., the daughter of Bruno and Rose
Demarco Salerno.
Thelma was a 1946 graduate of Warren High School. Before getting married
and moving to Jamestown, she worked for 12 years at New Process Company. She
was a past member of St. Joseph Parish, Warren and the St John/Holy Apostles
Parish. Thelma loved her family and enjoyed reading, and she made the
best pasta sugo.
Thelma is survived by one son, Charles Peter Nalbone of Jamestown, one
daughter, Michelle Rose Inlow of Jamestown, one granddaughter, Gabrielle Nicole
Bishop, and one great-granddaughter, Bailey Grace Bishop; and two brothers: Dr.
Ned Salerno of Clinton township, Mich. and John Salerno of Warren, Pa.
Besides her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles "Abe"
Nalbone, whom she married Dec. 30, 1955, and who died July 28, 1995; four
brothers: Peter Salerno, Brunie Salerno, Leo Salerno and Dr. Louis Salerno;
and a sister, Mary Anne Occhuizzo.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. today, Dec. 22, 2011, in the
Migliore Funeral Home. Sam Pellerito, deacon of Holy Apostles Parish,
will officiate. Friends will be recieved from 2 to 3 p.m. in the funeral
home.
Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Nellis, Violet N. (Saunders)
“Little Gramma”
FINDLEY LAKE - Violet N. (Saunders) Nellis, "Little Gramma," 93, of North
Road, Findley Lake, formerly of Ripley, N.Y., died Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011, at home.
Violet was born on March 11, 1918, in Westfield, N.Y., the daughter of the
late William and Katherine (Dodge) Saunders.
A Findley Lake resident since 1976, Violet had resided in Ripley most of her
life. She had been employed at the former Barmon Brothers sewing factory
in Westfield, for several years. "Little Gramma" greatly enjoyed her family and
extended family.
Violet was an accomplished seamstress, quilter and embroiderer. She was an
avid gardener who enjoyed canning, cooking and baking. She was known for her
holiday candy and baked goods. She was the matriarch to six generations of
loving family.
Mrs. Nellis was a member of Findley Lake United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her stepson, William Nellis and his wife. Helen of Ripley,
N.Y.; her stepdaughter, Arvie Jean Hallmark of Dunkirk, N.Y.; her stepdaughter-in-law,
Marion Nellis of North East, Pa.; two sisters: Agnes Winkelman of Westfield, N.Y.,
and Audrey (Don) Caddis of Oneida, N.Y.; and her brother, Earl Saunders of Erie,
Pa. She is further survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, numerous
great-great-grandchildren and one great-great-great-granddaughter.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Nellis, who died Feb. 22, 1994;
her stepson, Norman J. Nellis; her grandson, Kristopher Roush; her great-grandson,
Wyatt Cruz; her sister, Treva Ottaway; and three brothers: William, James and Theodore
Saunders.
Friends may call at the MASON Funeral Home, 37 Clinton St., Westfield, N.Y.,
on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011, from 11 a.m. until services there at 1 p.m., with
the Rev. Timothy Gleason of the Findley Lake United Methodist Church officiating.
Private burial will be in Westfield Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Findley Lake Fire Department Findley Lake, NY,
14736; or to Shriners Hospital, West Eighth St., Erie, PA 16504; or to a
charity of choice.
Log on to www.masonfuneral.com to send the Nellis family a message of sympathy.
Nelson, Deborah J.
Deborah J. Nelson, 60, of 3039 Riverside Road, Jamestown, passed away Tuesday (Jan,
17, 2012), in WCA Hospital, with her husband by her side.
A lifelong area resident, she was born Nov, 24, 1951, in Jamestown, the daughter
of the late Roger and Jeanne Anderson Hanstrom.
Deborah was a graduate of Southwestern High School, and was currently employed by
Jamestown Container.
She was a member of the 72nd New York Volunteer Infantry North South Skirmish
Association, HAM Radio N2MQ Call Sign, Lakewood Rod & Gun Club, Southern Tier Classic
Chevy Club and Antique Automobile Club. Deborah enjoyed spending time with her
grandchildren, especially doing crafts with them. She also was an avid bowler, NASCAR
fan and enjoyed cruises and riverboat cruises. In earlier years, she enjoyed fishing
in Canada on Crow Lake.
Surviving are her husband, Gerald W. "Jerry" Nelson whom she married July 6, 1974,
in Busti, N.Y.; a daughter, Melissa Klenke and her husband, Charlie, who was Deborah's
favorite son-in-law of Busti; two stepsons: Steven (Tina) Nelson of Scranton, Pa.,
and Gerald R. (Jennifer) Nelson of Hampton, Conn.; her daughter-in-law, Teena Nelson;
six grandchildren: Nicholas Klenke, Taylor Nelson, Noah Nelson, Daniel Nelson, Matthew
Nelson and Megan Nelson; her extended family, Brandy (Chris) Oakes, Brandon Klenke,
Peyton Oakes and Marissa Oakes.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, William R. Nelson.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Falconer Funeral Home. The Rev. Mark
Parsons and the Rev. Dan Keefe will officiate. Burial will be in Busti Cemetery.
Friends will be received by the family from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday in the funeral home
and one hour prior to the funeral service Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be donated to Hospice of Chautauqua County, 20 W.
Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, NY 14701.
Visit our website at www.falconerfuneralhome.net to light a candle in remembrance.
Nelson, Donald L.
October 16, 2011, Donald L. Nelson, 92, passed away Tuesday,
Oct. 11, 2011. He was born in Jamestown, N.Y., in 1919, and
married Marian McDonnell in 1940. They lived there until 1984
when they moved to Manlius, N.Y. He served in the U.S. Army
Air Corps during World War II, and worked for Hope's Windows
for 46 years before retiring as manufacturing manager in 1982.
Donald was a faithful donor to the American Red Cross,
donating 27 gallons over the course of his life. He was a member of
the DeWitt Community Church.
He is survived by his wife, Marian; son, Dr. Donald L. (Janice) Nelson
of Aurora, Colo.; and two daughters: Winanne (Dr. Norman) Lesswing of
Manlius and Dr. Janice (Doug Hayes) Nelson of Sierra Madre, Calif;
four grandchildren: Bradford D. Nelson of Fredonia, N.Y., Keith (Ann)
Nelson of Scottsdale, Ariz., Kathryn Lesswing of Syracuse, and Laura
Lesswing of Prince-ton, N.J.; three great-grandchildren; and his
sisters: Ethel N. Lawson and Delores J. Nelson, Jamestown, N.Y. Donald
was predeceased by his parents: John and Minnie Nelson; and his sister,
Edwina Holmquist.
He is lovingly remembered by family for his enduring example of kindness,
patience and always doing the right thing.
The family will hold a private service in his memory. Contributions may
be made to The Food Bank of CNY, 7066 Interstate Island Road, Syracuse NY.
13209.
Arrangements are with A. Dewitt Memorial Funeral Homes & Cremation
Services. Online condolences to: www.dewittmemorial.com.
Nelson, Donna J.
Donna J. Nelson, 80, of 303 W. Fifth St., died Saturday June 2, 2012, in her home.
A lifelong Jamestown resident, she was born Feb. 14, 1932, the daughter of the late
Harold and Isabelle Maus Nelson.
She was a 1950 graduate of Southwestern Central School. She was confirmed in First
Covenant Church.
Prior to her retirement in 1994, she was employed by the former Jamestown Telephone
Company working as an operator and investigator for 43 years.
Donna donated her body to the University at Buffalo Medical School.
No funeral service or visitation will be observed.
Inurnment will be in Bemus Point Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Salvation Army's Agnes Home, PO Box 368 Jamestown, NY
14702, Bethel Baptist Christian Academy, 200 Hunt Road W.E., Jamestown, NY
14701 or Hospice of Chautauqua County, 20 W. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, NY 14750.
Nelson, Irving T. “Irv”
Irving T. "Irv" Nelson, 86, formerly of 1974 Buffalo St. Ext. (P.O. Box 187, Jamestown
14702), passed away at 12:35 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30, 2011, at the Lutheran Home &
Rehabilitation Center.
He was born March 12, 1925, in Jamestown, a son of the late Carl and Clara Brooks
Nelson, and graduated from Jamestown High School in 1943.
A 30-year employee of the Blackstone Corporation, Irv served as sales manager of
the appliance division. He retired in 1988 after 11 years as sales manager of
Falconer Glass Industries.
He was confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church and an active member for many years. In
more recent years, Irv belonged to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and was again active
on numerous committees. He had also served as a lay minister for various area Lutheran
churches for many years, particularly the Hessel Valley Lutheran Church in Chandlers
Valley, Pa.
He was a member and past president of the Falconer Rotary, as well as past chairman
of the town of Ellicott zoning board.
Irv is survived by his wife, Gloria Carlson Nelson, whom he married Sept. 6, 1947,
in First Lutheran Church; two sons: J. Randall (Dawn) Nelson of Webster, N.Y., and
Mark I. (Ruth) Nelson of Russell, Pa.; five grandchildren: Dr. Ryan C. (Carrie)
Nelson of Brighton, N.Y., Lindsay R. (Chris) Kidder of Baldwinsville, N..Y, Jeffrey
D. Nelson of Warren, Tobin M. (Sarah) Nelson and Zachary R. Nelson, both of
Pittsburgh, Pa.; four great-grandchildren: Avery and Audrey Nelson, Jackson Kidder
and Elyse Nelson; and a sister-in-law, Mildred Nelson of Frewsburg.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Charlotte
Ann Nelson; his stepmother, Lillian Rose Nelson; a brother, Vincent Nelson; a sister
and brother-in-law, Clarine and Arnold Fray; and brother-in- law and sister-in-law,
Harold and June Carlson.
The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. The Rev.
Alison L. Leitzel and the Rev. Daniel S. Rumfelt will officiate. Burial will be in
Lake View Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday in the Lind Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 825 Forest
Ave., Immanuel Lutheran Church, 556 E. Second St., or the Lutheran Home &
Rehabilitation Center, 715 Falconer St., all Jamestown, NY 14701.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Irv at www.lindfuneralhome.com.
Nelson, Marjorie L.
Marjorie L. DuBois Nelson, 85, of 2109 Southwestern Drive, Lakewood, N.Y., passed
away at 9:27 p.m. Thursday (Oct. 27, 2011), in her home.
A lifelong area resident, she was born Oct. 18, 1926, in Jamestown, N.Y., a
daughter of the late Lewis J. and Ethel L. Crego DuBois.
She was a graduate of Jamestown High School class of 1945 and was a member
of the Jamestown High School 100 Member Club.
Before retiring in 1987, she was employed by the former Jamestown General
Hospital for many years.
She was a communicant of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lakewood and a
former communicant of Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. She was a member of
the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club Auxiliary and the Celoron Moose Lodge.
She will be remembered as a loving and caring mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother who will be greatly missed her family and coffee friends,
especially, Sal Genco.
Surviving are three sons: Steve (Ruth) Nelson of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Brian
(Theresa) Nelson of Bemus Point, N.Y., and Kevin (Marlene) Nelson of Longs, S.C.;
a daughter, Mary Beth (Dan) Coon of Bemus Point, N.Y.; 12 grandchildren, several
great-grandchildren; and a brother, Roger (Priscilla) DuBois of Jamestown.
She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a son, Keith J. Nelson; a sister, Esther Shay; and
three brothers: Richard, Robert and Lewis DuBois.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Lind Funeral Home. Msgr.
Joseph M. Dowdell, pastor of Sacred Heart Catholic Church will officiate. Inurnment
will be in the Sunset Hill Cemetery.
Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 380 East Fairmount
Ave., Lakewood, NY 14750; or to the Chautauqua County Humane Society, 2825
Strunk Road, Jamestown, NY 14701.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Marjorie at www.lindfuneralhome.com.
Nelson-Fredo, Mary
Mary Nelson-Fredo, 74, of 715 Falconer St., Jamestown, formerly of Randolph, passed
away Tuesday (January 10, 2012) at the Lutheran Home and Rehab Center in Jamestown. She
was born Oct. 3, 1937, in Brooklyn, N.Y., the daughter of the late Thomas and Letitia
Young Scott.
She attended Fort Hamilton High School in Brooklyn. Mrs. Nelson-Fredo retired from
Proto Tool Company in Jamestown. In years prior, she had been employed by Borden Inc.
in Randolph, and the former East Randolph Seed & Feed Company and Twi-Lite Lanes.
She was a former member of the Randolph American Legion Unit 181 Auxiliary, and
enjoyed bowling, bingo, crocheting, knitting, playing cards and spending time
with her grandchildren and family.
She is survived by a daughter, Cindy See and her husband, Kelly, of Randolph;
six grandchildren: Eric R. Nelson and his wife, Jill, Justin C. Nelson, Hillary
and Ethan Nelson, Letitia J. Mende and her husband, Christopher, and Darren O. See
and his wife, Brittany; four great-grandchildren: Owen, Griffen and Mya Nelson and
Harmony R. See; a sister, Agnes Stahley and her husband, Jack, of Randolph; and a
brother, Robert C. Brown of Randolph.
Mary was preceded in death by sons: Craig Nelson on July 16, 1999, and Robert J.
Nelson on April 6, 2000, as well as a brother Thomas Scott Jr.
At Mary's request there will be no visitation or funeral services held. Inurnment
will be in the East Randolph Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Van Renssealer & Son Funeral Home, 14 Church St.,
Randolph. To send an e-condolence log on to www.vanrensselaerandsonfuneralhome.com.
Memorials may be sent to the Randolph Fire Company, Main Street, Randolph, NY 14772.
Nelson, R. Lenhart
R. Lenhart Nelson, 87, formerly of Jamestown, N.Y., died April 23, 2012, in Bradenton,
Fla.
A memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Monday, July 2, at First Baptist Church in
Jamestown.
Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, 358 E. Fifth St., Jamestown,
NY 14701; Fluvanna Volunteer Fire Department, Fluvanna Ave. Ext., Jamestown,
NY 14701; or a charity of one's choice.
Newcomb, Margaret “Peg”
SOUTH DAYTON - Margaret "Peg" Newcomb, 88, a retired clerk for South Dayton Super Duper,
where she worked for many years, died Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012, at the Gowanda Nursing Home and Rehab Center, Gowanda, N.Y.
She was born Sept. 20, 1923, in Jamestown, N.Y., the daughter of the late Patsy and
Carmella Paduano.
On October 23, 1943, she married her late husband Herbert Newcomb, and moved to his
family farm where they spent all of their married life.
She was a past member of the Pine Valley PTA, Pine Valley Mother's Club and the Home
Bureau. Peggy enjoyed crafts, quilting, playing cards, and antiquing with her "Herbie."
She was an excellent cook and loved to bake. She always welcomed everyone into her home
no matter what the time of day!
She is survived by two daughters: Patricia M. (James) Zynda of Gowanda, N.Y., and
Sandra S. Newcomb of North Carolina; her grandchildren: Bill (Barbara) Galloway of
Collins, N.Y., Jillian R. (Kevin) Rollins of Ohio, Jason C. Madison of North Carolina,
her great-grandchildren: Zachary W., Haley M. and Adrian L. Galloway and Kase, Kole and
Jaxon Rollins: her brothers: Patsy (Vivian) and Norman (Pauline) Paduano and several
nieces and nephews.
Besides her husband who passed away in 1999 she was preceded in death by her sister,
Angeline Paduano.
Private services will be held in the spring at the convenience of the family.
Family suggests memorials to St. Joseph School, 71 East Main St., Gowanda NY 14070.
Arrangements by Hills Funeral Chapel, 478 Balcom Corners, South Dayton, N.Y.
Newhouse, Bernard C.
MAYVILLE - Bernard C. "Bernie" Newhouse, 78, of 72 Valley St., Mayville, N.Y. passed
away Thursday (June 28, 2012) at home following a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in French Creek, N.Y., on July 12, 1933, the son of the late Roy and
Ruth Shaw Newhouse.
Bernie was a 1952 graduate of Clymer Central School and was a veteran of the U.S.
Army Combat of Engineer Corps.
He was employed at Standard Portable in Mayville for 44 years of which he was vice
president and general manager for 30 years.
Bernie was a member of the Mayville United Methodist Church, Chautauqua Lake Memorial
VFW Post 8647 of which he was a charter and life-time member, the American Legion Post
494 and had been very active in the Mayville/Chautauqua Little League.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He enjoyed
spending winters in Naples, Fla.; he also enjoyed golfing, baseball, country music
and collecting political memorabilia.
Bernie is survived by his wife of 49 years, Betty Thompson Newhouse, whom he
married on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14, 1963.
He is survived by his children Scott (Liz) Newhouse of Naples, Fla., Tammy Buck of
Jamestown, N.Y., Cathleen Benton of Stockton, N.Y. and Richard (Juanita) Hubbell of
Mayville, N.Y. and grandsons; Ethan Newhouse of Naples, Fla., and Shane Hubbell of
Mayville; great-grandchildren, Dylan, Derek and Hyacinth Hubbell.
Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter, Teri Newhouse in 2005, a
son-in-law, Paul Benton in 2008 and a sister Edna Cook in 2009.
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the Freay Funeral Home,
Mayville. The Rev. Mark Parsons will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Mayville United Methodist Church, 81 S. Erie St.,
Mayville, NY 14757; or Hospice of Chautauqua County, 20 W. Fairmount Ave.,
Lakewood, NY 14750.
Newman, CMSgt. Gordon R.
WESTFIELD - CMSgt. Gordon R. Newman, (USAF Retired) passed away May 17, 2012, at the
age of 86.
Gordon was born Aug. 16, 1925. in North East, Pa., the son of the late Arthur R.
and Ruth (Fann) Newman
He was a graduate of Westfield High School in Westfield, N.Y. and had attended Oswego
College.
Chief Newman served his country for 43 years in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force,
joining the Army during World War II. After World War II, he transferred to the
reserves and served continuously until reaching the mandatory retirement age of
60. At the time of his retirement, Chief Newman had more time in service than any
NCO in any branch of the armed forces. Chief Newman had the distinct honor of being
the first senior enlisted advisor, the highest enlisted position on the base, for
the 910th tactical fighter group at Youngstown AFB, Ohio. He also completed more
than 30 years working for the Pennsylvania, New York Central, Penn Central &
Conrail railroads.
He is survived by his sister, Roberta Beers of Westfield N.Y.; daughter and son-in-law,
Darlene and Gary Subulski of Killbuck N.Y; son and daughter-in-law, Dean and Janet
Newman of Ulysses, Kan., son and daughter-in-law, Master Sgt. (USAF Retired) Kevin
and Angie Newman of San Antonio, Texas, son and daughter-in-law, Staff Sgt. (USA Retired)
Mark and Tracy Newman of Cheektowaga, N.Y. and daughter, Faith Newman of Victor, N.Y.;
nine grandchildren that include: John Subulski, Donald Testa, Nicholas Testa, Scott
Newman, Timothy Newman, Daniel Newman, Kimberly Subulski, Lisa Newman and Krystine
Newman; as well as his two great-grandchildren: Jenna and Cole Subulski. Several
nieces and nephews also survive.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife of 54
years, Norma Grace (Meade) Newman, who died Jan. 8, 2001; and by his oldest son,
Douglas Newman.
Friends may call at the MASON Funeral Home, 37 Clinton St., Westfield, N.Y., on
Saturday, May 26, 2012, from 11 a.m. until the time of services there at noon, with
the Rev. Virginia Carr, rector of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, officiating. Burial
with military honors will be in Westfield Cemetery.
CMSgt. Newman's family suggests that memorials may be made to Honor Flight, Inc.,
Attn: Diane Gresse, 300 E. Auburn Ave., Springfield, OH 45505, (www.honorflight.org)
or to Hospice of Chautauqua County, 20 W. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, NY 14750.
Log on to www.masonfuneral.com to send the Newman family a message of sympathy.
Newton, Terry Lee
Terry Lee Newton (nee Hall) cherished daughter, sister, aunt and friend
passed away on Nov. 18, 2011. Terri's treasured, devoted husband, Jim,
predeceased her in 2010.
Beloved daughter of Tom and the late Arbuta Hall; held dear as a sister
to Lisa and Tommy (Gina); adored by niece and nephews: Daniel, Ryan, Thomas
and Amanda.
Terry was most happy in life, as on Jehovah's dedicated witnesses. The time
she spent devoted to missionary work, especially with "all her children" was
closest to her heart. She will be cherished always and missed for so many
things, including her very special laugh that never failed to make us smile.
All are invited to attend a memorial service to be held for Terri at the
Kingdon Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Eastport, Long Island, N.Y., on Saturday,
Dec. 3, at 1 p.m.
Here, in Western New York, is the congregation Terry most recently called
"Home" therefore an additional venue for this memorial talk will be held
simultaneously at the Conewango Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 5494
Route 241, Conewango, NY 14726 at 1 p.m., Dec. 3.
The family suggest memorials be made to the Conewango Kingdom Hall of
Jehovah's Witnesses or "Home Care and Hospice" of your respective area.
Nickerson, Judith A.
Judith A. Nickerson, 65, of Dunkirk, died Thursday morning, Jan, 12, 2012, at home,
with her family at her side, following a brief battle with cancer.
She was born March 4, 1946, in Dunkirk, the daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth
(Kokocinski) Mroczka.
An employee of the Clarion Hotel in Dunkirk, her memberships included Blesses
Angela Parish Church of St. Hedwig, Kosciuszko Club and the Moose Lodge 89.
She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and at one time Judy was an
avid bowler.
Surviving is her husband of 36 years, Kirk C. Nickerson, whom she married Feb. 8,
1975; her children: Matthew A. (Nikole) Nickerson of Florida, Mark A. Nickerson of
Wheatfield; grandchildren: Daniel, Aiden and Tyler Nickerson; a brother, Tom (Judy)
Mroczka of Fredonia; and several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
Relatives and friends are welcome to call at the R. Mackowiak Funeral Home, 56 E.
Doughty St., Dunkirk, on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will
be Monday morning at 10 a.m. in Blessed Mary Angela Parish Church of St. Hedwig.
Internment will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Chautauqua County, 20 W.
Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, NY 14750.
Nixon, Priscilla Burrows
May 27, 2011
WESTFIELD - Priscilla Burrows Nixon, 78, of West Main Street, Westfield, died
May 26, 2011, surrounded by her family and friends.
She was born Nov. 4, 1933, in Jamestown N.Y., the daughter of the late Fern
S. and Floyd L. Burrows of Jamestown, and resided in Westfield for over 50 years.
A distinguished leader in her community, Mrs. Nixon was involved and active in
numerous organizations and projects and was prominent in arts, antiques and
historic preservation.
Known for saving historical landmarks, she was founder and president of both the
Peacock Landmark Society and the Landmark Society of Chautauqua County. As well,
she helped found the Friends of Rockefeller Arts Center in Fredonia, and was
instrumental in placing Westfield on the National Register of Historic Places.
Honored in 1983 by the Westfield Chamber of Commerce, she received their "Citizen of
the Year Award." In 1984, she received the New York State Historic Preservation Private
Sector Award in recognition of extraordinary achievements in the field of
historic preservation by Gov. Mario Cuomo, who described her as a "tenacious and
charming, grassroots preservationist".
In 2009, she received recognition as past chairperson and 21 years of service by
the Westfield Planning Board for her countless contributions and direction in
helping make and keep Westfield historically significant.
A committed advocate of local and county history, she was a lifelong member and
supporter of the Chautauqua County Historical Society, where she alternately served
as president, vice president and director for many years; giving service and support
to this important organization which the Nixon family had supported over past
generations before her.
Other past president and official roles in organizations Priscilla was involved in
included the Chautauqua County Republican Women, Union Relief, the Westfield YMCA,
the Patterson Library and the Westfield Garden Club.
For decades, she was responsible for and managed the renown Westfield Antiques Show
for the Chautauqua County Historical Society as well she owned and operated her own
antique business, Priscilla B. Nixon Antiques.
A lifelong member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Westfield, she
was involved with, supported and helped contribute and restore the church sanctuary
during the last building restoration.
Priscilla loved to travel and spent many of her earlier years traveling the world
visiting numerous countries and memorable sites. Anyone who knew her, knew her life
was blessed by the love of her animals.
Priscilla is survived by her two children: a son, Mark Stephen Nixon (Jan) of
Lakewood, Colo.; and a daughter, Emelie Nixon Alexander of Boston, Mass. She is
preceded in death by her husband, Roderick A. Nixon; and her parents, Fern and
Floyd Burrows.
The family would like to extend their love and gratitude to her doctors and the
numerous caregivers and friends who aided her in her comfort and well being over
the last few years. As well, a special thanks to the nursing staff at the
Visiting Nursing Association of Western New York and Hospice of Chautauqua County.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Chautauqua County Historical
Society, P.O. Box 7 Westfield, NY 14787; or The First Presbyterian Church of
Westfield, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, NY. 14787; or Northern Chautauqua Canine
Rescue (326-PAWS), 7540 N. Gale St. Westfield, NY 14787.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 29, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the First
Presbyterian Church and Society of Westfield, with the Rev. Stephen Morse officiating.
Private burial will be in Westfield Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are being handled the MASON Funeral Home, 37 Clinton Street,
Westfield, NY. Log on to www.masonfuneral.com to send Priscilla's family a message
of sympathy.
Nold, Charles M. "Chuck", "Mick"
Charles M. "Chuck", "Mick" Nold, 53, of 1600 Manchester Road, Jamestown, died
Monday, Dec. 31, 2012, in his home.
He was born Jan. 18, 1959, in Jamestown, the son of Donald and Nancy Larson Nold.
Chuck was a 1977 graduate of Jamestown High School. He started working at The
Post-Journal in the circulation department and moved on to various management positions
at newspapers in Upstate New York, Iowa, and Arizona. Chuck enjoyed life, was an avid
sports fan, and loved animals, especially his cat Peanut. He enjoyed spending time with
his daughter, Abby, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is survived by his mother of Jamestown; a brother, Jon (April) Nold of Jamestown;
a sister, Cindy (Andrew) Duca of Phoenix, Ariz.; a daughter, Abigail Matteson of
Jamestown; his stepfather, Roland Gullberg of Jamestown; two nephews: Shawn (Laura)
Nelson, and Ryan Nelson, both of Phoenix; two great-nieces: Holly and Megan Nelson of
Phoenix; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father in 1992; his maternal grandparents, Clarence
and Jane Larson; paternal grandparents, Frank and Stella Nold; and two cousins:
Tina Hallett, and Christopher DeMarco.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday in the Lind Funeral Home.
A private service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorials may be made to the Chautauqua County Humane Society, 2825 Strunk Road,
Jamestown, NY 14701.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Chuck at www.lindfuneralhome.com.
North, Harold J. Jr.
Harold J. North Jr., 70, of Jamestown passed away Thursday (March 20, 2014)
surrounded by his family and friends at WCA Hospital.
He was born May 30, 1943 in Jamestown, the son of the late Harold J. and
Hilma North Sr.
Harold attended Cassadaga Valley High School and received an
Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology from Jamestown Community
College. Prior to retirement Harold was employed by Jamestown Precision
Tooling as a machinist. After retirement he was employed by Superior
Grinding in Jamestown.
He had served as Past Boy-Scout Master as well as being actively involved
as an officer and secretary at the Fraternal Order of Eagles 2145
in Jamestown.
Harold loved spending time with his family and friends, always making
time to help and support them in their various endeavors and to share
his vast knowledge in all areas of life. He loved pitching horse shoes.
Harold always made everyone else have a better day from his smile.
Surviving are his wife Althea North of 51 years; three sons: Harold J.
North III (Saramarie) of Sinclairville, Thomas North (Lisa) and Todd North
all of Jamestown; three grandchildren: James (Jamie) North, Jacob North and
Jessica Pisker (Robert); his brother Richard North (Caroline) of Virginia
and four brother-in-laws, their wives and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
The funeral will be held at 7 p.m. Monday in the Falconer Funeral Home.
His brother Richard North will officiate. Burial will be Tuesday in Lake View
Cemetery, Jamestown.
Friends will be received by the family from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday in the
funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of
Chautauqua County, 20 W. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, NY 14750.
Nusom, Irene “MiMi” (Keyser)
WESTFIELD - Irene "MiMi" (Keyser) Nusom, 74, of Westfield, died Wednesday evening,
Dec. 7, 2011, at Select Specialty Hospital in Erie, Pa.
Irene was born Oct. 20, 1937, in Manila, Philippines, the daughter of the late Roy
and Aida (Aragone) Keyser.
A Westfield resident for the last 47 years, Irene came to the U.S. from the
Philippine Islands thru the "This Is Your Life Program" by Ralph Edwards, at
the age 16. In 1958, she met the love of her life, Claude Nusom, in Compton,
Calif. They made a life together and moved back to Westfield in 1964. She raised
her family and had worked as a nurse's aide at the former Westfield Health Care
Center from the time it opened until she became disabled and could no longer
work. She had also been employed at Better Baked foods for many years prior to
the nursing home.
She was an avid Bingo player and a Nintendo fanatic. She loved to cook and was
known for her apple pie. Her family and grandchildren meant the world to her.
She is survived by her one daughter, Luana L. Brown of Westfield; four sons:
William R. "Porky" Nusom of Altoona, Pa., Jon D. Nusom of Westfield, C.
Christopher "Chachi" Nusom of Jamestown, N.Y., and Jason J. Nusom of Westfield;
13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive. Irene is further
survived by her sister, Gertrude Ries of Colorado; and two brothers: Eugene
Keyser of Colorado, and Ralph Keyser of San Diego, Calif.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Nusom; her brother,
Woodrow Keyser; and her granddaughter, April Lynn Hayes.
Friends may call on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the MASON
Funeral Home, 37 Clinton St., Westfield, N.Y., where funeral services will
be held at 5 p.m. with Pastor Mark Shettler, officiating. Burial will be private.
Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice
Log on to www.masonfuneral.com to send Irene's family a message of sympathy.
Nystrom, Kari L.
Kari L. Nystrom, 43, of Rio Drive, Frewsburg, was at her family home, 2130 Linden
Ave., Ashville, when Jesus came and took her to her yellow house in heaven on Monday,
May 28, 2012.
She was born July 17, 1968, in Westfield, N.Y., a daughter of the late Rodney L. Nystrom
and Lorena Larson Nystrom.
She was a graduate of Panama Central School, and was associated with several programs
at The Resource Center.
As a volunteer, she had worked at Salvation Army, Kidder Memorial United Methodist
Church, Bemus Point United Methodist Church, Frewsburg Library, Community Helping
Hands and Stillwater Gardens.
She attended the Bemus Point United Methodist Church and participated in several
events for the Special Olympics.
Kari will be remembered for her bright blue eyes and infectious smile. She loved
people and enjoyed music more than anyone. Her love for Jesus was evident in all
of her life. Her joy and excitement always brightened the day of those around her.
She was a woman with a servant's heart and was always willing to help.
Surviving are her stepparents Richard and Lory Hatfield of Ashville, N.Y.; two brothers:
Mark (Lori) Nystrom and Steve (Becky) Nystrom of Jamestown; a sister, Joelle (John)
Grazulewicz of Georgia; stepbrother, Brian Truax II of Jamestown; stepsister, Kimberly
Truax of North Dakota; two nieces: Emilee Grazulewicz of Georgia, and Missy Nystrom
of Oregon; her step grandparents, Gordy and Jean Robbins of Jamestown; and special
friends: Jennifer Felice and Jennifer Yost, both of Frewsburg.
She was preceded in death by her father who died Jan. 29, 2003; her mother who died
Aug. 27, 1994; and grandparents: Martin and Doris Nystrom and John and Elaine Larson.
A celebration of life service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 3, 2012, in Bemus
Point United Methodist Church. Pastor Doug Kibbe, will officiate.
Burial will be in Sunset Hill Cemetery.
Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 2,
2012, in the Lind Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Chautauqua County, 20 W.
Fairmount Avenue, Lakewood, NY 14750 or T.R.C. Foundation, 200 Dunham Ave.,
Jamestown, NY 14701.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Kari at www.lindfuneralhome.com.
