obituaries

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...

Jun 1, 2025

Gerald Bogart, age 57, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Soldiers & Sailors Hospital. Gerald was born in Penn Yan, NY on October 28, 1967 to the late Grover and Marlene (Walton) Bogart.

Gerald is survived by his wife, Phyllis; daughters, Sara, Laura, Miranda and Matilda; son, Jason; and sisters,...

May 6, 2025

Sherry Fox, age 71, of Penn Yan, NY passed away peacefully at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital on May 6, 2025. Sherry was born in Penn Yan, NY on July 13, 1953 to the late Richard L. McCann and Iona M. (Oakley) McCann. Sherry is survived by her loving husband of nearly 53 years, Howard L. Fox; children, Christina Miller...

May 5, 2025

Phillip James Sidney passed away after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia on Monday, May 5, 2025 in Penn Yan, NY at the age of 73.

Born in Owasso, Michigan, Phil was the son of Allan and Cecilia Dutcher Sidney. He earned a dual degree in Humanities and Computer Science from the University of South...

May 4, 2025

Matthew C. Davison, age 59, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on May 4, 2025. Matthew was born on October 8, 1965 in Rochester, NY.

Matthew grew up in Pittsford, NY and graduated from Pittsford Sutherland High School in 1984. He then went on to attend Canton College, where he studied graphic design and played both...

Apr 10, 2025

Clark G. Hoose, Jr., 58, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at home. He was born in Penn Yan on June 11, 1968 the son of Clark G. Hoose, Sr. and Frances M. Groom and attended Dundee Central School. Clark worked as a welder for Coach & Equipment in Penn Yan for 28 years. Clark...

Apr 2, 2025

Patricia A. Burg Pedersen, age 82, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at Geneva General Hospital. Patricia was born on February 5, 1943 to the late George M. and Doris I. (Dinehart) Burg. Patricia was predeceased by her loving husband, Howard L. Pedersen, on January 23, 2006; a grandson, Nate Woodcock; a sister-in-law, Phyllis Petersen;...

Mar 30, 2025

JoAnne M. Gilbert, age 85, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Geneva General Hospital. Joanne was born in Dundee, NY on January 10, 1940 to the late John and Evelyn Gilbert.

In addition to her parents, Joanne is predeceased by her brother Ronald Gilbert. She is survived by a sister,...

Mar 25, 2025

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Mar 18, 2025

Jeffrey Manley, age 59, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at the Homestead. Jeff was born on August 3, 1965 in Penn Yan. Jeff loved spending time with his family and eating out. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR, doing puzzles, and talking on the phone with his family and friends. He is predeceased by his...

Feb 20, 2025

Harry "Skip" Burnham, age 77, of Penn Yan, NY passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at the Keuka Comfort Care Home. Skip was born in Windsor, VT on August 22, 1947 to the late William Burnham of Hammondsport, NY and the late Constance Burnham of Windsor, VT.

In...

Feb 6, 2025

Ruth Lena Celentano, age 95, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on February 6, 2025 at the Keuka Comfort Care Home. Ruth was born on May 25, 1929 in Penn Yan, NY to the late Fred and Lena (Bassage) Fox. Ruth was predeceased by her loving husband, Anthony Celentano; and by her 14 siblings. She is survived by nephew, Doug...

Jan 31, 2025

Elizabeth "Betti" (Stevens) Porter, age 94, of Interlaken, NY passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 at Geneva General Hospital. Betti was born on December 23, 1930 in Dunkirk, NY to the late Edward Weller Stevens of Ovid, NY and Harriet Clair (Mason) Coryell of Fredonia, NY.

She is predeceased by her loving husband, Gary Porter...

Jan 29, 2025

John F. Flynn, MD, age 92, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. He was born on August 28, 1932 in Gloversville, NY, the son of the late Francis J. and Florence (Dwignan) Flynn. Dr. Flynn was preceded in death by his loving, wife, Marion J. Flynn in 2019; and sister Anne Marie Romanski of Indianapolis,...

Jan 12, 2025

Jeffery 'Jeff' Alan Hand, age 59, of Beaver Dams, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at home, surrounded by his loved ones. Jeff was born in Penn Yan, NY on March 16, 1965 to Frances and Willard Hand.

Jeff is predeceased by his parents and a brother, Robert Hand.

He is survived...

Jan 10, 2025

Norman "Red" Presher, age 79, of Penn Yan, NY died on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Soldiers & Sailors Hospital. Norman was born in Barton, NY on January 19, 1945 to Frank and Jane Presher.

Norman was predeceased by his parents; sister Eva Wade and brother James Presher.

He is survived by his...