July

Luise (Liesel) McFarlane, age 74, of Amawalk died Sunday, July 25, 2010 at Calvary Hospital of Bronx, NY.  Mrs. McFarlane was born May 19, 1936 in Worms, Germany. She is the daughter of the late Friedrich and the late Luise (Ebert) Rothfuss.  Liesel married William McFarlane on May 19, 1961 in Mount Kisco, NY. 

Liesel was previously employed by Curtis Instruments of Mount Kisco, NY and last worked at Rippowam-Cisqua School.  She is survived by her husband: William McFarlane one son: John (Liz) McFarlane; one daughter Irmgard Riemens; four grandchildren, Matthew McFarlane; Charlene, Leonard and Vincent Riemens and many relatives still living in Germany.

Family and friends are invited to Clark Associates Funeral Home 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY on Thursday July 29 from 2-4 and 7-9pm.  A Funeral Service will be held on Friday July 30 at 10AM at the funeral home.

A private cremation has been arranged.

Barbara Ann Casper, age 80, longtime resident of Mount Kisco, NY, died Saturday, July 24, 2010 at Meadow Ridge Health Center of Redding, CT. Mrs. Casper was born in New York, NY. She is the daughter of the late Paul and the late Barbara Frances (Cronin) Smith and sister of the late Paul Smith, Jr. She was employed by The Mt. Kisco Medical Group for nearly 40 years as a Medical Secretary. Barbara was predeceased by her husband, Vernon Casper and is the loving mother of Edward Casper of Santa Clara, CA and Thomas Casper and his wife, Deirdre of South Salem, NY and the devoted grandmother of Emily and Brian. She loved her family and her country deeply. Calling hours will be Tuesday, July 27 from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 am on Wednesday, July 28 at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 117 Valley Road, Katonah, NY. Burial will follow at the Oakwood Cemetery, Mount Kisco. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care in Westchester & Putnam, 540 White Plains Rd, Ste 300, Tarrytown, NY 10591.

Marie C. Supple, a longtime resident of Lincolndale, NY and most recently of Oneonta, NY, died July 18, 2010. She was 99 years old. One of 12 children, Marie was born March 13, 1911 in Medford, MA to John J. Hanley and Edith V. Corbett.  She moved to Lincolndale in 1926 where she met and married George C. Supple on April 18, 1927.  George predeceased Marie on July 3, 1987 after 60 years of marriage. During the summer months of the late 1940’s and early 1950’s Marie ran the concession stand of the Lake Lincolndale Property Owners Association on the lake’s beach.  She also worked and retired from the billing department of Readers’ Digest, Pleasantville, NY in 1976 after 30 years of service.  While Marie raised a family of 4 children husband George ran the general store in Lincolndale and also was the coal, and eventually fuel oil, distributor in the Somers area from the 1920’s through 1964.  He also served several terms as a Councilman on the Town Board, was Clerk of the Somers Board of Education and served the Somers Fire District as a Commissioner.  Marie and George spent their final years together in their dream home “on the hill” on Route 139 in Lincolndale.  In 2001, after the passing of her sister-in-law Helen Supple, Marie moved to Oneonta, NY to spend her final years living with her daughter Patricia. Marie is survived by 2 daughters: Marie J. Hawes, and her husband Lee, of West Redding, CT and Patricia A. Allen of Oneonta, NY; 2 sons: George C. Supple, Jr., and his wife Grace, of Rochester, NY and John H. Supple, and his wife Diane, of Lincolndale, NY; 3 sisters: Emily Olsen of Daytona Beach, FL, Jacqueline Pierce, and her husband Leird, of Oneonta, NY and Lorraine Wallace, and her husband Howard, of Homosassa, FL; 15 Grandchildren, 26 Great Grand children, 2 Great-Great Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.  In addition to her husband George, Marie is predeceased by 5 brothers, 3 sisters, her sister-in-law Helen F. Supple of Lincolndale, NY and her son-in-law Floyd C. Allen of Oneonta, NY. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY with viewing hours on Friday, July 23rd from 4:00PM to 8:00PM.  Interment will be at Ivandell Cemetery, Rt. 202, Somers, NY following a funeral service at Clark Associates on Saturday July 24th at 11:00AM.

Nancy Clapp Cudlip of Somers, New York, died at home on July 16, 2010. She was 76 years old. Nancy was born and raised in Manhasset, New York by her loving parents Helen and Jeffrey Clapp.  She graduated from Manhasset High School in 1951 and Sweet Briar College in Virginia in 1955, where she pursued her passion for English literature and riding.
Upon graduating from college, she moved to Port Washington, New York and started her family.  In 1962, she relocated to Grosse Pointe, Michigan and raised her children for nearly 20 years.  Active in the community, she was a dedicated member of The Junior League of Detroit and the Garden Club of America.  In 1980, she moved to Tequesta, Florida and earned her C.P.A. degree.  For the past 25 years, she has lived in the Waccacbuc/Somers,  New York area, building her business as a Certified Public Accountant working for small businesses and individuals. Nancy had a tremendous love of the outdoors, pursued primarily through fly fishing and gardening.  An accomplished angler, she was an enthusiastic member of the Woman Flyfishers Club in the Catskills.  Her many other passions included classical music, politics, travel and her new found love of bridge. Nancy’s greatest joys were her family and dear friends.  She will always be remembered, admired and most of all loved for her positive attitude, humor, loyalty, strength and independence. She is survived by her loving daughter Anne Finnegan and her husband Bill, of Rye, New York; son Bill Cudlip and his wife Jo, of Richmond, Virginia; brother Jeffrey Clapp and his family of New York City; and her grandchildren, Christopher, Carly and Audrey Finnegan. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 24th at 10:30am, St. Matthew’s Church in Bedford, New York. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Heifer International, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202.

Charlotte W. (Mustion) Jantz, age 89, formerly of Newburgh, NY , passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2010 at St. Johns Riverside Hospital of Yonkers, NY.  Mrs. Jantz was born September 6, 1920 in Lexington, NY. She is the daughter of the late Lemuel and the late Susan (Whitehead) DeLong.  She was predeceased by husbands’ William N. Mustion and Ernest Jantz; as well as nine brothers and sisters.
She was retired from St. Lukes Hospital, Newburgh, NY as a Cook..She loved spending time with family and friends. 
She is survived by two daughters and three sons: John (Janet) Mustion of Ramsey, NJ; William ( Jean) Mustion of Stony Brook, NY; Pamela Kerr of Junction City, KS; Richard (Susan) Mustion of San Marcos, CA; and Susan ( Lawrence) Dwyer of Katonah, NY.
She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Family will gather at Katonah United Methodist Church 5 Bedford Road Katonah, NY on Wednesday July 21, 2010 at 11am to celebrate Charlotte’s life. A private cremation has been arranged.

Marcella R. Heppner, of Katonah, NY died Friday, July 16, 2010 at Northern Westchester Hospital of Mt Kisco.  Mrs. Heppner was born December 7, 1941 in Flushing, NY. She is the daughter of the late Eugene and the late Murial (Johnston) Lopez.

A loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an accomplished gardener, passionate cook and amateur artist. She worked as an Insurance Agent employed by The State Farm Insurance Co. of Katonah, NY  

She is survived by her husband: Donald F.Heppner. her four children: Christopher; Catherine (Michael)              , Eleanor (Jed) Hershey; and Brian.Her grandchildren: Kate & Isla Heppner and William & Jacob Hershey.  A sister Eleanor Lopez.  Nieces Molllie Lopez and Claire Heppner.

Marci was raised in Port Washington, NY and graduated from Mary A. Burnham School.  She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Government from The University of New Hampshire.  Marci lived in Katonah for nearly 40 years and was a deeply beloved member of the community.

Family and friends are invited to Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY  on  Monday, July 19 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm

The Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, July 20 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 68 Bedford Rd, Katonah, NY at 10:00 am with Pastor Diane Britt officiating.  A private cremation has been arranged.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society.

Edmund J. Leary,84 , of  Somers passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010.  Prior to living in Somers,Ed had been a resident of South Salem and Katonah for nearly 50 years. He was a communicant  and Eucharistic  Minister at St. Mary’s in Katonah and St.Francis of Assisi in Manhattan where he attended morning mass during his career.

Ed was married to his devoted and loving  wife Noreen for nearly 60 years.  Ed was the father of Daniel F. Leary (Ellen) ,Joseph G. Leary  and the late Ann Leary RN.

Ed’s pride and joy were his five grandchildren,Daniel,Caroline,Evan,Jillian and Griffin.

 

Ed was born March 2 1926 to Daniel F. and Jeanette Bolton Leary in Brooklyn NY. Ed  graduated from St.Edmunds Grammar School, Brooklyn Prep and attended Fordham University. He subsequently graduated from the State University of New York. Ed was the dear brother of the late Joseph,Frank,Daniel,Bill and Margaret.

On February 3,1951 he married Noreen Nolan Leary in St.Jeromes Church in Brooklyn,NY..Ed went on to serve in the New York City Police Department, retiring as a Detective First Class from the Intelligence Division. Ed went on to serve for 27 years with the New York State Racing and Wagering Board, retiring as Chief Investigator.

He served with  the Marine Corps in the South Pacific during World War II.

Ed will be remembered by his family and friends for his love of family,sense of humor, sage advice, patience, loyalty and his innate ability  to know the right thing to do in every situation in life.

The family will receive friends at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, on Tuesday, July 20, from 2-4 &7-9 PM. The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Wed, July 21 at  11:00 a.m. At St. Marys the Assumption R.C. Church in Katonah.Internment  at St.Francis Cemetery.

In memoriams to the Ann Leary Finnegan Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Joan Martabano, 46 Wilson Road, Valhalla NY 10595

 

Mort Rubenstein, 91, Madison Avenue ad man and art director Mort Rubenstein,
formerly of Manhattan, currently of Somers, New York, 91, passed away Sunday,
July 11, 2010 at home, surrounded by his family. Mort was the loving husband of
Joan Rubenstein, devoted father of Fay Jacobs, Gwen Jurmark, David and Jeffrey
Windell. He is also survived by his loving daughters-in-law Bonnie Quesenberry
and Shari Windell, son-in-law Rick Jurmark, sisters-in-law Marion Harris and
Gert Rubenstein, nephew Kenn Harris and niece Fran Rubenstein, as well as sister
and brother-in-law Margi and Irwin Hirshberg.  He was predeceased by his
beloved son Mark,  brother Roy and his first wife Shirley Kelsey Rubenstein. He
also is survived by a large circle of friends and work colleagues. Mort was born
October 24, 1918, son of Harry and Lillian Rubenstein of the Bronx, New York. A
member of the Greatest Generation, Mort attended Cooper Union art school (class
of 1939) began his design career with Conde Nast publications and Vogue
Magazine, then Glamour until 1942 when he enlisted in the Army.Mort served in
the Army during World War II, including the Battle of the Bulge. His services
were then requested in Paris to join the Army’s information and education
department. Upon his return, Mort rejoined Conde Nast and then went to work for
CBS Television at its infancy. He worked in promotion and advertising. Mort rose
to the title of Creative Director of Advertising for the CBS Television Network
in 1961 , where his New York Times and TV Guide print ads and television
promotion campaigns were legendary. He was especially proud of designing the
marquee for the Ed Sullivan Theatre on 7th Avenue and 52nd Street. He left CBS
in the late 60s to pursue free lance work in advertising and to form his own
design and creative services business. He retired in 1988. Over his career he
won numerous honors and awards from The Art Directors Club, The Society of
Illustrators, and an award for designing the Viacom corporate symbol. 

Mort came to be known not only for his remarkable charitable generosity, his
sense of humor, and his obsession with the New York Times crossword puzzle but 
his uncanny ability to remember not only the words to almost every song in the
great American Standards songbook, but also the obscure verses, composers and a
multitude of musical trivia.  He was also a compendium of sports statistics,
especially starting line-ups, going back to 1923 mostly from his beloved and
occasionally frustrating New York Yankees. 
 
The funeral service will be on Wednesday, July 14 at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY at 12:00 p.m.
Internment will follow at Mount Hebron Cemetery, Queens, NY

Inmemoriams may be made to:  Doctors Without Borders, 333 7th Ave., 2nd floor, New York, NY  10001 or Hospice Care in Westchester & Putnam, Development Dept., 540 White Plains Road, Suite 300, Tarrytown, NY  10591

Anita Rose Albano, age 77, of South Salem (formerly of Bedford NY) died Saturday, July 10, 2010 at Northern Westchester Hospital Center, Mount Kisco, NY. Mrs. Albano was born in Ebensburg, PA, the daughter of the late Edwin and the late Gertrude Huber. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Salvatore Albano, on Feb. 7, 2010. Anita is the loving mother of Deborah (Michael) LaBella of Trumbull, CT; James (Katie) Albano of Cary, NC; Jane (Bradley) Purcell of Fairfield, CT; Nancy ( Alphonse) Aconfora of Orange, CT; Alfred (Kathy) Albano of South Salem, NY; Joyce (Paul) Gallagher of South Salem, NY and Barbara (Peter) Lorenzini of South Salem, NY. She is the cherished grandmother of 17 grandchildren and the dear sister of Don, Dick, Guy, Gene and Carl Huber and Shirley Lavallee, Gretchen Allison and Jane Gibson. Friends are invited to the Clark Associates Funeral Home 4 Woods Bridge Road Katonah. NY. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 14, 2010 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm.  The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, July 15, 2010 at 11:00am at St. Patrick’s RC Church, Bedford, NY. Interment will follow at Bedford Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Anita’s name to St. Patrick’s Parish. The family thanks the staff of 7 West at Northern Westchester Hospital for their compassion and outstanding service.

June

Saul Langer, age 72, of Pound Ridge, NY and formerly of Katonah, NY died Saturday, June 26, 2010.  He was predeceased by his loving wife, Sue.  Saul is the loving father of Amy (Dawn) and Joan and devoted grandfather of Steven.  He is also survived by Paul and Paula Morgenstein and Larry and Ginette Langer. Service will be graveside on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at 10:30 am at Sharon Gardens Cemetery, Valhalla, NY. Contributions in lieu of flowers to the children’s charity of your choice.

Steve Lukacsewits (Lucas) age 91, of Bedford Hills died Saturday, June 5, 2010 at Hudson Valley Hospital Center of Cortlandt Manor, NY.  Mr. Lukacsewits was born December 22, 1918 in New Castle, PA. He is the son of the late Joseph and the late Anna (Bunkhart) Lukacsewits.

He proudly served in the Army during World War II from September 6, 1943 to January 27,1946.  He was employed as a Baker and worked at various family bakeries. 

He is survived by his wife of 70 years Gertrude (Waller) Lukacsewits; a granddaughter, Alyse Klein and Evan Tsurumi of Mamaroneck, NY and many nieces and nephews.

A private cremation has been arranged.

Silvano G. Signora, age 74, of Bedford Hills died Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at home. Mr. Signora was born December 2, 1935 in Budoia, Italy. He is the son of the late Fiori and the late Lucia (Sanson) Signora.  He married Antonietta Panizzut in Budoia in 1961 and moved his family to America in 1969.

He was last employed as the Maitre d’ of Mona Trattoria in Croton Falls, NY and as a self-employed gardner/landscaper.  He enjoyed the outdoors and gardening in his cherished backyard. After his retirement, he loved spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren, and looked forward to his yearly trips to visit his family and friends in his hometown in Italy.   

He is survived by his wife of 48 years Antonietta (Panizzut) Signora;
and one son: Walter & Paula Signora of Lime, CT; one daughter: Ivana & Gregory Hite of Fredonia, NY; five grandchildren: Alisha and Brandon Hite, Kyle, McLean and Luca Signora.
Family and friends are invited to Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY on Saturday, June 5 from 4:00-7:00 pm. A service conducted by Rev. Alan Scott will be held at 6:00 pm at the Funeral Home. A private cremation in planned.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Signora’s memory may be sent to Hospice and Palliative Care of Westchester, 311 North Street ,Suite 204, White Plains, NY 10601 or Cure for Pancreatic Cancer- Lustgarten Foundation 1111 Stewart Avenue Bethpage, NY 11714

George J. Marrone, of Katonah, NY died Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Northern Westchester Hospital Center of Mount Kisco, NY.  Mr. Marrone was born February 22, 1926 in Mount Vernon, NY. He is the son of the late Anthony and the late Mary (Gaito) Marrone.

He served as an Ensign in the United States Navy during World War II .  He was employed by IBM, in White Plains, NY as a Civil Engineer and is a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years Anita (Margiotta) Marrone and four children: Barbara & Louis DiGiovanni of Poughquag, NY; George Marrone Jr. of Port Chester, NY; Anne and George Kajdi of Port Chester, NY; and Nancy Marrone of Rye, NY. Dear grandfather (poppy) of Marc Marrone and Christopher DiGiovanni.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to the Clark Associates Funeral Home,    4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. Friday, June 4 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, June 5 at 10am at St. Mary Of The Assumption R C Church, 117 Valley Road, Katonah, NY.  Burial to follow at Gate Of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY.

Donations in Mr. Marrone’s memory may be sent directly to the American Cancer Society.

May

Clarence Charles Edwards, 83, of Somers, NY formerly of New Milford, CT , died Monday, May 24, 2010 at Calvary Hospital ,Bronx, NY. He was born in North Adams, MA. Clancy served gallantly in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard the USS Clouse. He was a Supervisor for Kimberly-Clark in New Milford, CT. Upon retirement he worked for New Milford High School in school security. Clancy was a life member of the VFW Post #1285 and was a member and Past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council #148 and he enjoyed participating with his friends at the Somers Seniors Center. Clancy is the loving father of Michael Edwards of Tuscon, AZ and Patricia Wymbs and her husband, Todd of Somers, NY. He is the devoted grandfather of Timothy, Justin, Brandon and Brielle Wymbs and the late Rachael C. Edwards. He is also survived by his wife Gloria (Peroni) Edwards. Calling hours will be Wednesday, May 26 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:15 am on Thursday, May 27 at St.Joseph's R.C Church, 10 Croton Falls Road, Croton Falls, NY. Burial will follow at Ivandell Cemetery, Somers. Clancy was known for his love of telling jokes and stories and will be missed by all.

Aileen P. McCabe, 98, of Goldens Bridge, NY formerly of Riverdale died Monday, May 3, 2010 at home. She is the daughter of the late Dr. Vincent E. and the late Katherine (Quinn) Quin. Aileen was a graduate of Ursuline Academy and the College of Mt. St. Vincent Class of 1934.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, John W. McCabe, who was the former owner of McCabe Funeral Home, Bronx, NY. Aileen is the beloved mother of John McCabe of Patterson, NY and Richard McCabe of Cape Cod, MA. and the late Judith Ann McCabe. She is the devoted grandmother of Bridget Quin McCabe and sister of the late Vincent E. Quin II. Calling hours will be Tuesday, May 4 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Wednesday, May 5 from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:15 am on Thursday, May 6 at St. Joseph's R.C Church, Croton Falls, NY. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx

Helen Willey, age 91, died Saturday, May 1, 2010 at home in Mount Kisco.  Mrs. Willey was born September 3, 1918 in Lubbock, TX. She is the daughter of the late Dr. Charles and the late Janette (Tinker) Wagner. She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Robert Willey in 2009. 
Helen was an Emmy Award Winning Actress, best known for her role for 54 years as “Nancy Hughes”, in the CBS daytime drama “As the World Turns”.  She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.  A private family service is scheduled. In lieu of flowers, donations may sent to the Bedford Free Library PO Box 375 Bedford, NY

April

Arthur F. Webber, age 86, of South Salem died April 21, 2010 at St. Francis Hospital, Poughkeepsie, NY.   Mr. Webber was born July 18, 1923 in New Rochelle, NY.  He is the son of the late Thomas and the late Inez (Graves) Webber.

Arthur was an Honorably Discharged Army Corporal serving during World War II. He was employed by Local Union 21 as a Steamfitter and retired after 45 dedicated years.  A former Captain of the South Salem Fire Department, lovingly referred to as "Mama," he served the community for over 40 years.  Arthur felt some of the most enjoyable times of his life were spent with the men of the Fire Company and eagerly looked forward to his weekly Monday night card games at the station.

He is the loving father of four sons: Arthur, Stephen, Thomas (Laurie) and Kenneth (Barbara) Webber.  Cherished grandfather of Jasmine (Brad) Woodward, Kurt Spencer, Kelly, Thomas Jr, Kyra and Bowen.  Dear great grandfather of Kylee & Nyah.

Arthur, known to his family as "Ole Da," was a devoted family man.  He spent all of his weekends on the sidelines of his grandchildren's sporting events as their biggest fan. Not a week was spent without his presence, either treating his family to dinner at their favorite restaurant, on the family boat, or rooting for the Yankees at their home.  

Family and friends are invited to Clark Associated Funeral Home 4 Woods Bridge Road Katonah, NY on Friday 2 to 4 & 7 to 9pm.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St Marys RC Church, Katonah on Saturday at 11: 15 am. Private cremation will follow at Ferncliff Crematory, Hartsdale NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Arthur's name to the American Legion Post 1575, Katonah NY.

Robert A. Steinnagel, age 78, of Pound Ridge, NY died at home on April 7, 2010. Mr. Steinnagel was born December 13, 1931 in North Brunswick, NJ. . He is the son of the late Otto and the late Elsie (Surdam) Steinnagel.  Robert married Billye Zoa (Lovern) Steinnagel in July 4, 1964. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He was employed by Readers Digest, Pleasantville, NY as the Director of Maintenance in the Aviation Department.  He was ordained a Deacon in the Presbyterian Church. Robert is survived by his wife: Billye Zoa Steinnagel, one son: Eric (Margaret) Steinnagel; one daughter: Schaunel (Matthew Taylor) Steinnagel; and four grandchildren: Matthew Voltaire; Madeline, Mark and Adam Steinnagel-Taylor. He is also survived by four siblings, Ronald, David and Earle Steinnagel and Marjorie O’Brien. A Memorial Service will be held at South Salem Presbyterian Church on Sat, April 17 at 2:00pm. The Church will be open at 1:00pm. Visitation and refreshments will follow the service. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to The Mite Society or the Memorial Fund both of the South Salem Presbyterian Church or the American Society.

March

Walter L. Harris, 85, of Chappaqua, NY died Thursday, March 25, 2010 at Hudson Valley Hospital Center of Cortlandt Manor, NY. Mr. Harris was born June 6, 1924 in New York, City. He is the son of William and Cornelia Harris. He graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School and the University of Wisconsin.
Walter was a veteran of WW II serving in the US Army as a proud paratrooper with the 82nd airborne. He married Rhoda Gerber in 1949. He was a partner in the Loew Avenue Beef Co., in the West Washington Market since 1960. Walter is survived by his wife, Rhoda, one daughter: Andrea Harris of Chappaqua, NY and one son: Neil Harris of North Bergen, NJ;
Calling hours will be Monday, March 29 from 2-5pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY.
Private cremation will follow.

Dorothy M. Astrologo, 77, a longtime resident of Bedford Hills died Thursday, March 18, 2010 at Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla. She was born October 15, 1932 in Bronx, NY, the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Marie (nee Armentano) Bondi. Dorothy was a graduate of The Academy of Our Lady of Good Council in White Plains, NY and the Washington School for Secretaries in NYC. She was a secretary with the Bedford Central School District, Bedford, NY for 26 years retiring in 1995 and also worked for the Dept. of Motor Vehicles in White Plains.
Dorothy is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, Joseph A. Astrologo , and she is the loving mother of Marie Astrologo of Cayce, SC, Joseph A. Astrologo, Jr of Red Wing, MN and Teresa Astrologo of Bedford Hills, NY and she the devoted grandmother of Anthony and Allison Astrologo. She is the sister of Joseph Bondi and his wife Marie of AZ, Frank Bondi of FL, John Bondi and his wife, Joyce of South Salem, NY, Ed Bondi and his wife, Lilliana of Bedford and James Bondi of MD and the late Peter, William and Roseanne Bondi. Dorothy is also survived by 15 Nieces and Nephews and many great nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Sunday, March 28 from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 am on Monday, March 22 at St. Francis of Assisi RC Church, 2 Green Street, Mount Kisco. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery, Mount Kisco.

Francis T. “Frank” Fleischer, age 73, of Somers, formerly of South Salem, NY. died Tuesday, March 9, 2010. He was a graduate of the College of Holy Cross and New York University. Frank taught math at John Jay High School for 34 years. He was a former President and Life Member of the Lewisboro Lions Club. Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Joan Fleischer and he is the loving father of Peter, Paul and his wife, Amy and James and his wife, Regan. “Pop-Pop” was the devoted grandfather of Colin, Julianna, Katie, Brian, Patrick, Kevin and Maggie. He is also survived by his brothers, Charles and Stephen and many nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Friday, March 12 from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00 pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 am on Saturday, March 13 at St. Mary Of The Assumption Church, Katonah, NY. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Katonah or the Lewisboro Lions Club.

Virginia Claire Palmer, a lifelong resident of Bedford, New York, passed 
away on March 5, 2010 at age 77.

Ginna was the youngest of three daughters born to the late Charles 
and Fanny Mazurak of Bedford. She graduated from Bedford Hills High 
School in 1950, and for many years was employed as a food service 
worker with the Bedford Central School District, where many students 
enjoyed her smile and kindness. For many years, Ginna was an active 
member of the Bedford Presbyterian Church.

She was predeceased by her husband, Walter Palmer, a former chief of 
the Bedford Fire Department, and by a sister, Jean McCabe. She is 
survived by a sister, Dorothy Rossi.

She is also survived by her five children and their spouses: Jan & 
Noel Desiato, Kim & Katie Desiato, Todd Desiato, Jeanne & Howard 
Wulforst, and Gary Palmer. She was the devoted grandmother of Morgan, 
Melanie, Madeline, Zachary, Christopher and Nathaniel. She is also 
survived by her first husband, Charles Desiato.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 10:30 am 
at the Bedford Presbyterian Church on the Village Green in Bedford. 
Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ginna's memory may be made to 
the Bedford Fire Department, 34 Village Green, P.O. Box 230, Bedford, 
NY 10506-0230 or to the Bedford Historical Society, 612 Old Post 
Road, P.O. Box 491, Bedford, NY 10506-0491.

February

Crispinelli, Stephanie Lin died on January 12th while on a humanitarian mission in Haiti.  She was in Haiti with friends and faculty from Lynn University on a "Journey of Hope" with Food for the Poor. Stephanie was 19 years old and graduated in 2008 from Somers High School. She was currently a sophomore at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida studying Human Services. Stephanie is survived by her loving parents Lin and Lenny Crispinelli, her two brothers Michael and Nicholas, as well as grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins, and many, many dear friends. A service to celebrate her short life will be held Saturday, February 27th at 11am at the First Presbyterian Church of Katonah. In lieu of flowers, please help continue Stephanie's passion to help those in need. Contributions may be made to: Stephanie Crispinelli Humanitarian Fund c/o Westchester Community Foundation, 200 North Central Park Avenue, Suite 310, Hartsdale, NY 10530. www.stephaniesmission.org
Additional parking may be found in the Katonah Commuter Parking lots #1, #2 and #3 and Clark Associates Funeral Home parking lots.

Vallone, Frances M. of Ossining, NY died Monday, Feb. 15 2010 at Northern Westchester Hospital Center.  Mrs. Vallone was born in New York City.  She is the daughter of the late Fergus and Mary Fallon.  She was educated at Grasslands Hospital where she receive her RN degree.  Mrs. Vallone was employed as a Registered Nurse at Grasslands Hospital from 1960 thru the 1970s.

She is survived by her husband, James and is the beloved mother of James (Beth) and Michael Vallone.  She is the loving grandmother of Chris, James and Peter.

The family will receive friends on Friday, Feb. 19, 2010 at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Rd., Katonah, NY from 2-4 pm for memorial visiting hours and a memorial service at 3 pm.  Cremation was private.

In Memoriams to The A.S.P.C.A - North State Rd., Briarcliff Manor, NY  10510 would be deeply appreciated.

W. Dewees Yeager Jr., a former Corporate Director of Advertising for Nestle’ and longtime resident of Bedford Corners, died Monday, February 8th at his home. He was 86 years old.
Mr. Yeager affectionately known as Dewey was born in Philadelphia to Regina Miller Yeager, and Waters Dewees Yeager, a direct descendant of Col. William Dewees Jr. the owner and iron master of Valley Forge at the time of the American Revolution.  Mr. Yeager grew up in Philadelphia, and graduated from the Haverford School and Trinity College with time out for service as an Air Force Navigator in World War II.
He began his New York advertising career with J Walter Thompson, and went on to Young and Rubicam.  He joined Nestle’ in 1965 and rose through the ranks to become US Director of Advertising, a position that he held until his retirement in 1983. He and his wife Peggy Boomer Yeager founded PB Enterprises, a corporate communications and editorial consulting firm, which they operated until 1995.
Mr. Yeager was elected to and served a four year term as Councilman on the Bedford town Board, during which time he was instrumental in helping to create the present Bedford recycling program. He continued to be involved in local environmental and conservation issues  as a member of the Bedford Coalition, serving as a one-time chairman of the Committee to Save Bedford, as a director of the Regional Review League, and twice as a town-appointed chairman of the site selection committees for group homes.
He is survived by his son, W. Dewees Yeager III; his daughters Alexandra Gordevitch and Tatiana Gordevitch; his daughter in law Anne H. Yeager and his grandchildren, W. Dewees Yeager IV, Benjamin B. Yeager, Jane B Yeager, and Alexander T.M. Rota.
A Memorial Service is planned for 2:00 pm on Monday, April 5th 2010, at St. Matthews Episcopal Church in Bedford NY. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Matthews Episcopal Church, 382 Cantitoe Street, Bedford NY 10506 and Mount Kisco Child Care Center, 95 Radio Circle Drive, Mt. Kisco NY 10549.

Salvatore ”Ted” Albano, age 79, of South Salem died Sunday, February 7, 2010 at Northern Westchester Hospital Center of Mount Kisco, NY.  Mr. Albano was born January 18, 1931 in Yonkers, NY the son of the late Alfredo and Lina Albano.  He was a 2nd generation owner of the Albano Electric Corporation located in Pound Ridge, NY where he worked for 40 years.  He served in the Air Force during the Korean War.  Ted is survived by his loving wife: Anita (nee Huber) Albano and the loving father of Deborah (Michael) LaBella of Trumbull, CT; James (Katie) Albano of Cary, NC; Jane (Bradley) Purcell of Fairfield, CT; Nancy ( Alphonse) Aconfora of Orange, CT; Alfred (Kathy) Albano of South Salem, NY; Joyce (Paul) Gallagher of South Salem, NY and Barbara (Peter) Lorenzini of South Salem, NY.  He is the cherished grandfather of 17 grandchildren and the dear brother of Alfred Albano, Jr., Mary Lou Paulli and Lucy Burke.
Friends are invited to the Clark Associates Funeral Home 4 Woods Bridge Road Katonah. NY
Visitation will be Thursday, February 11, 2010 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm.  The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 11:00am at St. Patricks RC Church, 7 Pound Ridge Road, Bedford, NY.  Interment will follow at Bedford Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ted’s name to St. Patricks Parish.

Lucy Sirignano, age 98, of Somers, NY formerly of New Rochelle, NY
died Sunday, January 31, 2010 at home. She was predeceased by her husband, Anthony Sirignano on Aug 26, 2002. Lucy was the loving mother of Dr. William Sirignano of Irvine, CA and Linda Carpenter of Somers, NY.and devoted grandmother of Cheryl Smith, William Carpenter, Nancy Carpenter, Monica Sirignano, Jacqueline Chertov and Justin Sirignano. She is also survived by 7 great grandchildren, her brother-in-law Dr. George Sirignano and 19 nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be Wednesday, February 3 from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 am on Thursday, February 4 at New St. Patrick's RC Church, Yorktown Heights. Burial will follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, New Rochelle .

January

Dorfi, Kurt, 62, of North Salem passed away Monday morning at Mount Sinai Hospital after a long battle with illness. Kurt is survived by his wife and two children.  Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 22nd from 7pm until 9pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY.  A Memorial Service will be held the following day, Saturday January 23rd at 10am at the same location.  Due to Kurt's love and support for tennis, the family asks that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to the Manhattanville College Tennis Program at Manhattanville College, 2900 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY 10577 as well as The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 1311 Mamaroneck Avenue, Suite 130, White Plains, NY 10605

Robert E. Wilson, age 77, a 50 year resident of Bedford Hills,died Monday, January 18, 2010 at Westchester Medical Center of  Mt.Pleasant, NY.  Mr. Wilson was born May 3, 1932 in Englewood, NJ. He is the son of the late Howard and Amy Marie Wilson. He was employed by William H. Kopke, Jr., Inc., Lake Success, NY as an Agronomist and Operation Director.  Robert attended Closter High School and graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He was on the Board of Directors of the Bedford Hill Community House. He is survived by his loving wife:of 53 years, Doris (Wilhelmsen) Wilson. Dear father of Karen Callaway and Ian Wilson. Cherished grandfather of Brooke, Keith and Kenny.  Also survived by one brother and one sister.Robert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend.  Loved by all who met him. A memorial service will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 23 at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY with Rev. Scott Alan Callaway officiating.  In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Albert F. Gerkhardt, age 83, of Somers, NY formerly of Yonkers, NY died Thursday, January 14, 2010 at Putnam Hospital Center. Mr. Gerkhardt was born March 5, 1926 to the late Albert J. and the late Louise (Berenbroick) Gerkhardt. Albert proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theatre with the Sea Bee’s. He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Margaret; and his loving children; Elise and Anthony Carbillano Peter and Christine Gerkhardt, Roger and Marie Gerkhardt, and Alice and Raymond Godziemski. He is the devoted grandfather of Heather and Eddy Chapdelaine, PJ and Julia Gerkhardt, Adam, Lindsey and Zach Gerkhardt and one great granddaughter, Hope Gerkhardt. Visiting will be at CLARK ASSOCIATES FUNERAL HOME, Katonah, NY on Sun from 7-9 pm, and Mon from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Josephs RC Church, Croton Falls on Tuesday at 10:15am. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The National Kidney Foundation www.kidney.org

Lonergan, Katelyn Frances of Somers, NY died on January 10 in Windham, NY. She was born on February 28, 1990 and graduated from Somers High School in 2009 with Presidential Education Awards both from Somers High School and B.O.C.E.S. Technical School where she was also a member of the Honor Society. Katelyn was given the Positive Role Model Award via the Grace Foundation. Merit Awards were presented to her from Congresswoman Sue Kelly and Assemblyman Willis Stephens for her work with teaching art to the disabled. Her passion was teaching children and her dream was to become an animator and to create animation that young and old would adore and cherish for years to come. Katelyn did face painting for many years and she loved to work with children. Her only wish was for people to be happy especially her little sister, (Precious) Kayla Lonergan. She is survived by her parents, Richard and Linda; her sister, Kayla; her grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Edwin and Frances Hagenah and Mr. & Mrs. James and Margaret Lonergan. She is also survived by several Aunts, Uncles, and cousins who loved her with all their heart. Friends and family may visit at CLARK ASSOCIATES FUNERAL HOME, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY on Thursday and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Josephs RC Church, Croton Falls, NY on Sat at 10:00am. Interment will follow at Ivandell Cemetery, Somers.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Katelyn Lonergan Arts Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 63, Croton Falls, NY 10519

Doris L. Askew, 77, of Shenorock, died Sunday, January 3, 2010 at Bethel Nursing Home & Hospice of Ossining, NY.  Mrs. Askew was born June 2, 1932 in Somers, NY. She is the daughter of the late Charles and the late Anna C. (Towey) Bassett.  She was pre-deceased in May 2008 by her husband, Leon E. Askew, Sr.
She is survived by two sons: Leon E. Askew, Jr. and his wife, Jo-Ellen of Katonah, NY and John Askew; and his wife, Nancy of Granite Springs, NY. Dear grandmother of Leon III, John Jr., Amanda, Jeremy and Andrew.
Doris was a lifetime resident of Somers and a graduate of Somers High School.
She was employed by Readers Digest and retired in 1992. 
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 5, 2010 from  2-4pm and 7 to 9pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. During the visitation a Religious Service will be held at the Funeral Home. Family will gather on at the Funeral Home on Wednesday January 6, 2010 at 10:00am and interment will follow at 11:00am at St. Joseph Cemetery, Somers, NY

December

Susan Lilley Russell is at peace. She died Wednesday, December 30, 2009, in New York City. 

Susan was born on March 30, 1948, in Cambridge, Mass., to Nancy and Tom Lilley. Soon after her birth, the family -- including her two big sisters Anne and Cynthia -- moved to Michigan where they made a home in Ann Arbor.

Susan was a proud "Pioneer" in the city's schools, and graduated in 1966. She remained in Ann Arbor and enrolled at the University of Michigan, majoring in art history. She followed her passion to Florence, Italy, where she earned her master's degree in art restoration.

In 1977, Susan married the love of her life, Don. Together they raised their two children, Kristin and James, from their home in Bedford Hills. Every year they traveled to a family cottage in Old Mission, Michigan, where Susan had spent nearly every summer since she was a child. The family will always treasure the memories from those special trips.

Susan and Don owned and operated Russell's Carpet Warehouse in Ridgefield, Conn., for more than 12 years. Early retirement allowed them to move to Sharon, Conn., in 1999, where they were embraced by the close-knit community.

In recent years, Susan continued her trips to Michigan to be refreshed by the woods and waters of Old Mission, and the laughs and smiles of her four grandchildren. They will miss their "Nana."

Susan's intellect was amazing, her courage was an inspiration, and her wry sense of humor brought smiles to everyone around her.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a nephew, Benjamin Hammond. She is survived by her husband Don, her children, Kristin (Russell) Sulecki and James (Andrea) Russell, her grandchildren, Ben, Scout, Janie and Lola, her sisters, Anne Hammond and Cynthia (Peter Heinrich) Lilley, and many nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held Saturday, January 2, 2010, at Clark Associates Funeral Home 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY, from 2 to 5 p.m. Burial will take place in the spring on Old Mission.

Memorials may be directed to Planned Parenthood.

Eva Mae Smith passed away quietly on December 23, 2009 at Somers Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy battle with cancer.  She always kept her optimism and good spirits. She was predeceased by her husband, Stuart and her son, Donald.  She is survived by her children, Lucille (Bob), Donna and Stuart and grandson,Brett. The visitation will be held  on Monday December 28th from 3 to 7pm  at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. Funeral Service to be held at 11:30am on Tuesday.  Interment to follow at Oakwood Cemetery,
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Dr. Theodore R. Bashkow, age 88, of  Katonah  NY died Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at home..  Mr. Bashkow was born November 16, 1921 in St. Louis, MO. He is the son of the late Maurice and Caroline (Davidson) Bashkow.

Theodore is survived by his loving wife: Delphina (Brownlee) Bashkow. He also survived by a stepdaughter, Lynn Eriksen; son-in-law Jonathan Bustle; and a grandson, Timothy Bustle.

Theodore was a Professor at Columbia University in New York. He was a Professor of Electricial Engineering and Computer Science and he retired in 1991 He attended
Washington University in St. Louis MO and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering. He went on to receive his Masters and Doctorate Degrees at Stanford University in California.

He served in the U. S. Air Force as a 1st Lieutenant during World War II from 1943 to 1945.While in the Air Force he served as Maintence Officerand helped to stage the Enola Gay.
Theodore was an active member of IEEE, ACM and Sigma Xi Organizations.
A private family cremation was scheduled

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Clark Associates Funeral Home ,4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah ,NY.

Watts, H. Joseph, of Yorktown Heights, NY and formerly of Scarsdale, NY on December 16, 2009. Beloved husband of Lucille A. (nee Mercurio) Watts. Devoted father of Lisa Mancini Whitehouse (Peter), Charles (Susan), and David (Maria-Chie) Watts. Loving grandfather of Valerie, Liddy, Marina, Isabella and Sophia. Dear brother of Harriett Watts. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 17 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Friday, December 18 from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 19 at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, 5th Ave at East 51st St., New York, NY. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. In Memoriams to Greenfield Historical Society 423 Hickory Ridge Road,
Greenfield Twp., PA 18407 would be deeply appreciated.

Ann Delzio, 86, of Somers, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother died and peacefully left this world on December 12, 2009 at her home with her family by her side. Mrs. Delzio was born January 3,1923 in New Rochelle to Anita and Peter Rocco. In 1949 she married Michael Delzio, who predeceased her in 1985. The center of her life was her family. She was devoted to them all, always ready to share and celebrate a birthday, anniversary, graduation, new home, or special occasion. Her passion for cooking made these celebrations heartwarming. Mrs. Delzio resided in Somers for 53 years. The community will miss her presence, as she was loved by all, as a member of the Somers Seniors Citizen and Nutrition Center, Lake Lincolndale Clubhouse, Somers and Mahopac Red Hat Groups and the Jefferson Valley Club Fit. She is survived by her daughters: Barb Delzio and Will Werntgen of VT, Anita and Michael Furbush of NH and Lisa Delzio of Brewster; and her sons: Tom and Cathy Delzio of AZ, Steve and Mary Delzio of Somers, Michael and Alicia Delzio of Somers, Matthew and Gina Delzio of Hopewell Junction; her brother: John and Roz Rocco of NC, and her sister-in-law, Jean Rocco of MD; 9 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; and by many nieces and nephews, cousins, sister and brother-in-laws, and wonderful friends. She was predeceased by her brother, Pat Rocco of MD. Visitation will be held at Clark Associates Funeral Home 4 Woods Bridge Road Katonah, NY on Tuesday December 15 from 7 to 9 pm and Wednesday December 16 from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. A service celebrating her life will be held Thursday, December 17 at 10:00 am at the Croton Falls Community Church on Route 22 in Croton Falls, NY 10519. The interment will follow St. Joseph Cemetery Croton Falls, NY. The service will be webcast at www.crotonfallscommunitychurch.com for those who wish to view the service at home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations in her name be made to the Somers Senior Center c/o Somers Park and Recreation, PO Box 46, Somers, NY 10589. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.clarkassociatesfuneralhome.com.

Young, Dorothy M. of Somers, NY, formerly of Milton, MA died December 10, 2009. Mrs.
Young was married for 51 years to Dr. Eliot Young who was a cardiologist on the faculty of Harvard Medical School. Mrs. Young is survived by her 3 children: Susan Geringer, Dr. Lawrence Young, Beth Goettisheim and 7 grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Florence Backer and was pre-deceased by her brother, William Feinberg. Family and friends are invited at 11:30AM on Sunday, December 13, 2009 to Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. The funeral service will be held at the Funeral Home at 12 Noon. Interment will follow at Sharon Gardens Valhalla, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Yale Cardiovascular Research Fund, P.O. Box 7611,
New Haven, CT 06519

Jean Francis Ciavardini, age 76, of Somers formerly of Bedford Hills died Sunday, December 6, 2009 at her home. She was born October 2, 1933 in Mount Kisco, NY. She was as an Administrative Assistant for the Bedford Hills Elementary School for over 20 years. Jean was known for her love of family especially her grandchildren, friends and animals. One of her greatest joys was making sure others were taken care of, happy and well fed. Jean was the beloved wife of the late Vito who died in 2004. She is survived by her loving children, Laurie Ciavardini of Bedford, NY, Michael J. and Kristy Ciavardini of Poughkeepsie, NY; the devoted grandmother of Jack and Amanda Ciavardini and Renee Fancher, cherished sister of Doris Judge formerly of Katonah, NY.
Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 9 from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Thursday, December 10 at the funeral home. Private interment will follow.
Memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA, The Humane Society or any animal shelter or rescue.

November

Nicoletti, Erik V., 20, of Somers, NY died suddenly on November 21, 2009 in Tampa, FL.
Erik was born on August 3, 1989 in Danbury, CT. He was a 2007 graduate of North Salem High School and a current student at the University Of Tampa.
    Erick was an avid writer pursuing studies in film writing and production.  His favorite director was Quentin Tarantino. Growing up his sports idol was Michael Jordan. His love and empathy for his friends made him so well respected and loved in return. He mentored and watched over the underclassmen at the University .  Erik taught Religious Instruction (CCD) at St. Josephs R.C. Church in Croton Falls, NY and was a counselor at Camp Kiwi and was voted ”Best Counselor Ever” by the campers.
    Erik is the beloved son of Jose and Dorothy (nee Walaitis) Nicoletti; and the loving brother of Julie Nicoletti of Somers, NY; He is the cherished grandson of Lilia Beatrice Nicoletti and Katherine Walaitis. Grandson of Alfred Borges and Step grandson of Rene Montenegro. Dear godson of Lilia Nicoletti and William Brady. Eric was also loved and survived by many aunts, uncles and cousin.
     The family will receive friends at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. on Friday, November 27 from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:15 pm on Saturday, November 28 at New St. Patrick's RC Church, 137 Moseman Road, Yorktown Heights, NY.

Robert J. Gallo, 78, died peacefully in North Carolina on November 16th. 
Bob Gallo was a nationally acclaimed stone mason until his recent retirement, having been honored by the Architectural Digest magazine and the Westchester Art Society.  As a specialist in artistic residential masonry, his clients include a who’s who among the business and entertainment communities. Bob loved children, loved to laugh, and was proud to be an Italian American who made many contributions to the Lewisboro community.  An avid member of the Lewisboro Lions Club and the Italian-American Club, Bob and his business, Gallo Stone Company, were generous contributors of both time and money to the betterment of the community.  Over the years he coached soccer and basketball, raised funds for the Heart Association and the Kidney Foundation, etc.  His hobbies included travel, sculpting and palette knife paintings. In his youth he played basketball in college and he briefly played professionally. Bob is survived by his wife, Penni Gallo, his daughters Diane Gallo Ryder and Shanon Alves, and his son Colin Logue, as well as 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his son, Robert J. Gallo, Jr. His funeral services will be handled by Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY, with viewing on Sunday, November 22nd from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm; and services at the funeral home on Monday, November 23rd at 1:00 pm. Interment will follow at the South Salem Cemetery.

MABEL (Flacksenburg) KERN, daughter of Louise Shellard and William Flacksenburg died on November 15, 2009.

Mabel was predeceased by her husband, Frank; her son, Frank and her brother, Bill.

She is survived by her daughters, Fran Manning and Louise Moore and 14 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren.

Mabel was born in Williamsburg and raised her family in Ridgewood and Glendale before retiring to Lewisboro, NY.

Her hobby was crocheting beautiful afghans for all her family and friends; each one was made with love and prayers.

Mabel was active in The Cross River Baptist Church and for many years the Lewisboro Seniors.

She will be remembered for her constant, quiet presence and her unconditional love of family and friends.

The family will receive friends at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.

The service will also be held at the funeral home on Friday evening at 8:00pm. The following day, Sat., Nov. 21 committal prayers will be said at the funeral home at 9:00 a.m. followed by the burial at Cypress Hills Cemetery in Brooklyn, NY.

Memorial Contributions may be made to The Cross River Baptist Church, Route 35, #831, Cross River, New York 10518

Cipes, Paul Louis, DDS

A full and beautiful life ended on Sunday, November 8, 2009.  Multiple myeloma finally took our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Dr. Paul L. Cipes.   He was smart and wise, good and kind, loving and supporting.  We always knew he loved us and we always loved him.  He was a true Renaissance man: He loved music, languages, golf, and Renata Tabaldi.  He dabbled in bridge, chess and cross-word puzzles.  He loved life, his family, and more than anyone, his wife, Bryna. Paul was born on June 5, 1919 in New York City.   He went to Townsend Harris High School, CCNY and Fordham before going to dental school and graduating first in the class from University of Buffalo Dental School in 1942.  He went into the Army that June and married Bryna Swerdloff on November 3, 1942.  Serving as a Captain in the European Theater, he was awarded service medals for The Battle of Normandy, The Battle of the Bulge and the Battle of The Rhine. Upon discharge he settled in Eastchester, New York and practiced in Mount Vernon until 1995.  He leaves his beautiful and loving wife of 67 years, Bryna of Somers, NY. He was the beloved father of Joel Cipes (Susan Devlin) of Norwalk, CT, and Jonathan (Kathye) Cipes of West Hartford, CT. Devoted grandfather of Benjamin (Julie) Cipes of West Hartford, CT, Dr. Elizabeth (Michael) Chisholm of Sturbridge, MA and Emily Cipes of West Hartford, CT. The funeral service will be on Tuesday at 10:00am at Clark Associates Funeral Home, Katonah, NY. Interment will follow at Sharon Gardens Cemetery, Valhalla, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to Amnesty International at www.amnesty.org

Paul H. Willman, 70, a resident of North Salem, NY for 42 years died Monday, November 2, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family.
Mr. Willman was born September 15, 1939 in White Plains, NY. He is the son of the late Paul Charles Willman and the late Jean (Carpenter) Bowman. Paul graduated from Pace University in 1962. He served in the Air National Guard. Paul was the proprietor of Paul Willman Service in Bedford Hills, NY. He was the President and Founder of the Northeast Appliance Technician Organization (NEATO). Paul was well known for his expertise in the appliance repair field. He was an avid deep sea fisherman and hunter. His love of fishing inspired him to proudly acquire his Captains License. Paul is the loving husband of Libby, and the devoted father of Paul Jr., Carolyn Gabriel and Michael and the father-in-law of Karen, Frankpeter and Mary. Loving grandfather to Paul Charles, Madison, Jack, Julia, Quinn, Caroline and Glen.
He was the older brother of the late Peter Willman. Calling hours will be Friday, November 6 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Clark Associates Funeral Home, 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah, NY. A memorial service will be held 10:00 am on Saturday, November 7 at the Bedford Community Church, 160 Bedford Center Road, Bedford Hills. Burial will follow at St. Marys Cemetery, Greenwich, CT.

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