obituaries

Oct 7, 2025

Leon (Lee) E. Bonnett, 72, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Oct. 07, 2025. He was the son of the late Walter and Louise Bonnett. He was born and raised in Ithaca, NY where he started his long 53 years career as a Fireman, volunteering at the age of 16 and retiring from the Canandaigua VA Fire Department...

Oct 7, 2025

Anna M. Race, 85, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at home. Services will be held privately by her family. She will be laid to rest in Lakeview Cemetery, Penn Yan, NY.

Sep 28, 2025

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Sep 24, 2025

Shirley A. Condella, 92, passed away in Portsmouth, NH on September 24, 2025 surrounded by family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Michael Catholic Church, 312 Liberty St., Penn Yan, NY on Saturday October 4th at 10:30 am. Burial will follow at St. Michael's Cemetery, 54 W. Lake Rd. in Penn Yan. Visitation will be held...

Sep 21, 2025

Karen Marie Furman, age 72, of Penn Yan, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at the Homestead. Born on June 30, 1953, Karen was the daughter of Robert and Gladys (Jensen) Kjar.

A 1971 graduate of Penn Yan Academy, she was retired from a career at Finger Lakes Health, where she was a...

Sep 16, 2025

At 69 years of age, Dale E. Jensen's valiant fight with cancer came to an end at Keuka Comfort Care Home on the evening of September 16, 2025. Dale was born July 4, 1956 in Penn Yan, NY to the late Frederick and Dorothy (Kellen) Jensen, Sr.

Dale was predeceased by his...

Aug 22, 2025

Karen Montgomery, 82, of Keuka Park, NY, passed away on August 22, 2025.  Born November 2, 1942, in Olean, NY, she shared not only her birthday but also the same hospital and even the same delivery doctor with her high school sweetheart and later husband, Gary Montgomery.

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Aug 17, 2025

Nancy Rodriguez, 80, passed away peacefully at the Homestead on Sunday, August 17, 2025, around 6 p.m., only hours after her family was last by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Jose Rodriguez, Sr. Nancy is survived by her children: Christy Rodriguez Dieppa, Jose Rodriguez Jr., Eddie Kise, Anne Buckley, and Ron Kise; her brother, Elmer...

Aug 9, 2025

Edward L. Hicks, 80, of Penn Yan, NY, died on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Alton, IL on February 1, 1945, the son of Louis F. and Mary A. Hicks.

Ed was a Vietnam War Veteran, serving with the US Army...

Aug 6, 2025

William G. Burg, 85, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the age of 85. A lifelong resident of the community, Bill graduated from Penn Yan Academy with the Class of 1958. He dedicated much of his life to public service, most notably as a proud and active member of the Penn Yan Volunteer...

Aug 4, 2025

With deep love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Lois J. Van Gorder, who passed away peacefully at the age of 99. A devoted mother, grandmother, and lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, she leaves behind a legacy of warmth, laughter and unwavering spirit.

Born in 1926, Lois married Lyle Van Gorder...

Jul 31, 2025

Michael J. Jensen, age 86, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Penn Yan Manor. Michael was born on July 11, 1939, in Penn Yan, NY to the late Henry and Mary (O'Connor) Jensen, Sr.

Michael is predeceased by his wife, Thelma Lee Jensen (2022); brother, Henry (Janice) Jensen, Jr.; and...

Jul 20, 2025

David M. Raczynski, 83, formerly of Middlesex, NY, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no services.

Jul 19, 2025

Elizabeth A. "Betty" Turner Castner, 93, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Geneva General Hospital.

Family and friends may call on Thursday, July 24, 2025 from 3-5 pm at Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, 201 E. Elm St., Penn Yan, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on...

Jul 16, 2025

Ann S. Paige, age 72, of Penn Yan, New York, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025, at F.F. Thompson Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. Born on April 7, 1953, in Buffalo, New York, Ann devoted her life to education, family, and community. She was a beloved and dedicated chemistry teacher...

Jun 30, 2025

Cecelia Hoffer (formerly Mrs. Reeder), passed her final day on this Earth, on June 30th in the late evening. She was a longtime Homestead, Fl. resident, and a Florida native, who loved life. She was the "eternal optimist", feeling that good things were always around the next corner.

She began her teaching career early, at Avocado Elementary,...

Jun 25, 2025

Phillip James Ingalls, tragically passed away at home on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. He was born in Canandaigua, NY on May 11, 2024.

Although Phillip was only a year old, his character was evident on a daily basis that showed his unique ability to love and be loved. Phillip was a happy child that loved to...

Jun 24, 2025

Ruth M. Hedge, 83, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on June 24, 2025. She was born in Bath, NY on October 10, 1941 the daughter of the late Vrooman and Mildred Stone. On April 15, 1972 she married Thomas M. Hedge in Branchport, NY. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Thomas M. Hedge; a daughter, Lori...

Jun 23, 2025

Howard C. Best, Jr., age 70, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025 at FF Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, NY. Howard was born on June 7, 1955 in Penn Yan, NY to the late Howard C. and Rose May (Hand) Best, Jr. Howard is survived by his wife of 11 years, Tammi S. (Joseph) Best; stepchildren,...

Jun 5, 2025

Arlene H. Shaver, age 98, of Penn Yan, NY, formerly of Detroit, MI, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at the Penn Yan Manor. She was born on March 5, 1927 in Marlette, MI to the late Alex and Hazel (Cust) Davies. Arlene is predeceased by her loving husband of 52 years, LeRoy Shaver in 1999; son, Daniel Shaver...