Star-Gazette from Elmira, New York • Page A4

Obituaries Death Notices Brown, Gary H. age 65, of Horseheads, Wednesday, March 04, 2015, Lynch Funeral Home Freeman, David A. age 78, of Millport, Sunday, March 01, 2015, Barber Funeral Home Huey, Helen age 95, of Watkins Glen, Royce- Chedzoy Funeral Home Kohler, Donald Benjamin age 80, of Middlebury Center, PA, Friday, March 06, 2015, Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home Morgan, Robert E. age 81, of Apalachin, Thursday, March 05, 2015, Allen Memorial Home Palmer, Robert C. of Elmira, Friday, March 06, 2015, McInerny Funeral Home Parmelee, Dorothy R.

age 91, of Horseheads, Friday, March 06, 2015, Kalec Funeral Home Voyard, Cnythia Griffin, age 58, of Horseheads, Wednesday, March 04, 2015, Lynch Funeral Home Whittenhall, Frances V. age 91, of Horseheads, Saturday, March 07, 2015, Funeral Home Gardens York, Bird B. age 83, of Mansfield, PA, Saturday, March 07, 2015, Wilston Funeral Home The list of area deaths that appears above is provided free of charge. The obituaries, in memoriams and cards of thanks elsewhere on this page are paid announcements. Obituary Department: 800-640-1722 Fax: 607-798-0261 HOURS Weekday Saturday Sunday Holidays Call For Deadlines Age 65 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Wednesday March 4, 2015.

He was born September 28, 1949 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Donald and Mary DePue Brown. Mr. Brown was a Veteran of the Vietnam War serving his country with the U.S. Navy. Gary was a manager for the Pioneer Mobile Home Park in Horseheads, NY and also worked as a maintenance worker at the Horseheads Elks Club.

Gary is survived by his wife Glenna D. Lyon Brown of Horseheads, NY; daughter: Kary Ann and granddaughters Erica and Ashley; step-children: Jenny Noto Horseheads, NY and Joel Bryan of Horseheads, NY; step grandsons: Joseph and Michael Noto; sister and brother-in-law: Linda and John Hager Syracuse, NY; nephews: Shawn Jennifer Hager and their children Cody and Bailey of Syracuse, NY and Brian Hager and Yvonne of Syracuse, NY brother-in-law and sisters-in-law: Steven and Tracey Lyon of Horseheads, NY and Carol Collins of Texas; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY on Friday March 13, 2015 from 6-8PM. Mr. Funeral Service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 8PM where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr.

Brown at the Funeral Home. Internment in Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira, NY at the convenience of the family. BROWN, GARY H. Age 78 of Millport passed away at home surrounded by his family on March 1, 2015. He was predeceased by his first wife, Phyllis in 1987; and his second wife, June in 2000.

His family includes his sons, Wayne, Theodore, David Jr. and Richard; and dear friend and companion, Ursula Davis. Dave was an independent driver and member of the Teamsters Union. Family and friends are invited to call at the New Hope Baptist Church, 5528 State Street, Millport, NY on Tuesday, March 10, 2015, from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. His service will follow there at 1:00 p.m.

www.barberfuneralhome.com FREEMAN, David A. Morgan, Robert E. Apalachin: Robert E. Morgan, 81, of Apalachin, went to be with his Lord on Thursday, March 5, 2015. He was predeceased by his parents, Elmer and Catherine Morgan.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Gertrude M. Morgan, Apalachin; his children, Rob and Karen Morgan, Cortland, Brian and Brenda Morgan, Endwell, Timothy and Stacey Morgan, Candor, Karen Morgan, Endicott and Christopher and Stephanie Morgan, Raleigh, NC; 14 grandchildren; his favorite sister, Frances Prunier, Elmira; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a member and Communicant at St. Ambrose Church, Endicott. Robert was a retired Verizon employee retiring after 42 years of service.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, an avid hockey fan and was a season ticket holder of Binghamton hockey for over 30 years. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. from the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East Main Street, Endicott followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Ambrose Church, Endicott at 10 a.m.

urial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. The family will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home on Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in memory may be made to the Association, 401 Hayes Avenue, Endicott, New York 13760. Middlebury Center, PA: Donald Benjamin Kohler, Sr, 80, Middlebury Center, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 6th, 2015, from an automobile accident. He was the son of Benjamin and Florence (Frisk) Kohler, born on Oct.

13, 1934 in Elmira, NY. Donald was a graduate from Blossburg High School and started working for Corning Glass Works, where he retired as a Skilled Carpenter. He married Doris (Rouse) Kohler on April 18th, 1969 who preceded him in death on June 28th, 2000. Donald was an avid sportsman, enjoying fishing and hunting, watching the Green Bay Packers and taking many trips to watch the Boston Red Sox play at Fenway Park. He also loved singing and going to social dances in the area.

Donald is survived by seven children, Stephen (Jodi Mason) Kohler of Wellsboro, David (Brenda) Kohler of Middlebury Center, Donald (Terry-Ann) Kohler of Middlebury Center, Barbara Kohler Greenville, NC, Jennifer Kohler of Manheim, PA, Andrew Kohler of Middlebury Center, and Cherri Kohler of Middlebury Center; eight grandchildren, Sara (John) Hannum, Bethany (Benjamin) Perlman, Danielle Kohler, Lane Kohler, Alexandria Kohler, Brooke Kohler, Alexis Kohler, Jenna Kohler; and two great-grandchildren, Emily Hannum, and Abner Perlman. Donald was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Doris; and his brother, Bert Kohler. Friends and Family are invited to Life Celebration on Wednesday, March 11th, 2015 with a visitation from 4pm to 6pm, at Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, Life Celebration 139 Main Wellsboro, PA. Service to follow at 6pm, with Rev. Darwin Cranmer, officiating.

Burial will take place in Niles Valley Cemetery at a later date. To share your fondest memories of Donald, visit www.lifecelebration.com Kohler, Donald Benjamin Elmira: Age 88, of Elmira, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 6, 2015. Bob was born in Cortland NY on April 25, 1926 a son of Ruth (Fuller) and Roy W. Palmer. He is predeceased by siblings, Helen Palmer, Donald Palmer, Betty Phillips and son-in-law Mike Troy.

Bob is survived by his wife of 65 years Ella May Palmer; children, and their families; Carol A. Troy of Elmira, and sons, Jason and Bryan Stull; William C. and Carine Palmer Rogers AR and children, Melissa and Alexander; Douglas C. and Fay Palmer of Huntsville AL and children, Jordan (Robin) and Lauren; Andrew J. and Heather Palmer of Summerville SC, and children, Renee (James) DeVito and Kelsey Palmer; great grandchildren, Gage Stull, Morgan Ryan, Whitley Palmer; brother Roy Palmer of Elmira; sister-in-law Alice Boyton of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews.

Bob was a veteran of the Army serving his country during World War II. He was a meat cutter at various grocery stores over the years. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, 502 W. Water Street, Elmira, on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

A funeral service will follow at 6:15 p.m. with Pastor Gail Wilson officiating. Interment, with military honors, will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery Columbarium on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing may remember Bob with a donation to Riverside United Methodist Church, Food Pantry, 559 Spaulding Street, Elmira NY 14904. Palmer, Robert C.

Horseheads: Frances V. Whittenhall, 91, Horseheads, NY, went home to be with the Lord on March 7, 2015. She is survived by her five wonderful children, Jane (Ed) Montague, Mansfield, PA, James (Mimi) Whittenhall, Corning, NY, John (Melissa) Whittenhall, Palm Harbor, FL, Joel (Zondra) Whittenhall, Naples, FL, and Joyce (Paul) Freitas, Painted Post, NY; grandchildren, Alyson (Ben) Elwell, Taryn Whittenhall, and Susan Freitas; and two great-grandchildren, Janel and Aubriana Elwell. Calling hours will be held at Funeral Home Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Elmira, NY 14904 on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 from 1011 AM with a Celebration of Life Service following at 11 AM. Intermittent will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Victory Highway Wesleyan Church, Wing Building Fund, 150 Victory Highway, Painted Post, NY 14870. Whittenhall, Frances V. Age 58 of Horseheads, NY and Las Vegas passed away on Wednesday March 4, 2015 at the family home in Horseheads after a short battle with cancer. Cindy was born January 11, 1957 in Elmira, NY the daughter of William J. and Betty Louise Merrill Griffin Sr.

Cindy was a girl with great love for her family, many cats, and the big city life. Her generosity and friendliness to others will always be remembered. She was pre-deceased by her mother Betty L. Griffin on September 23, 2014. Surviving Cindy is her father William J.

Griffin Sr. of Horseheads, NY, brother William J. Griffin Jr. and wife Suellyn of and brother Michael Griffin of Eugene, Oregon, and special friend and companion Randy Voyard of Las Vegas along with aunt Patricia Drake of Anaheim, CA, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In honor of wishes there will be no services at this time.

Arrangements are entrusted to the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY. VOYARD, CYNTHIA GRIFFIN Bird B. York, 83, of Mansfield, PA, passed away March 7, 2015 at the Green Home, Wellsboro, PA. He was born March 6, 1932, in Bungy, the son Ralph Idella Ashley York. Bird was a retired contractor, mechanic, farmer, logger.

He worked on the construction of Ski Sawmill, the Endless Mountains Mission Center. Bird was a graduate Mansfield High School, Class of 1950, served as a District Trustee for the Wellsboro District of the United Methodist Church, and was a member the NRA. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, the former, Barbara Rieppel; two daughters, Ann York of Horseheads, NY Gretchen York of Harrisburg, PA; a son, Bret York of Mansfield, PA; three grandchildren, Jordyn Payne, Madison Emerson York. A memorial service for Bird will be announced in the future. He will be cremated and his ashes buried in Gray Valley Cemetery, where he served several years as sexton.

cards may be sent to his family at www.wilstonfuneralhome.com. York, Bird B. Watkins Glen: 95, of Watkins Glen, passed away March 7, 2015 at the Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls. The family will receive visitors at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th Watkins Glen, on Tuesday, March 10th, from 4pm-6pm; followed by a funeral service at Burial at Lakeview Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Helen was born in Watkins Glen on June 8, 1919, the daughter of Leonard and Veronica Knapp. She graduated from Watkins Glen High School in 1938 and married William B. Huey on March 27, 1948. She was predeceased by her husband 58 years in 2006 and a daughter, Joan E. Huey in 1986.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in- law, Lee and Sheila Huey; and daughter and son- in-law, Jane and Luke Leszyk; four grandchildren, Stephanie (Richard) Logana, Cassandra (Austin) Leach, Benjamin (Amanda) Huey, and Sarah Huey; and a great-grandson, Atticus Leach. Memorial donations in her memory may be directed to the Family of Friends Campaign, "Schuyler Health Montour Falls, NY 14865 or your charity of choice. You may sign a guestbook, light a of or express condolences to the family online at www.RoyceChedzoy.com. HUEY, Helen BUFFALO If it were possible for anything to hot in Buffalo this winter, it was the newfangled ice that debuted at an outdoor skating rink. The bicycles on ice skates were an immediate hit when they glided onto the Ice at Canalside the day the new rink opened on the waterfront.

Since that December day, the bundled riders who have ignored breathtaking cold to rent them have convinced inventor Lisa Florczak that onto something. That, a nd the inquiries from several other cold- weather cities in Wyoming, Michigan, Minnes ota and Canada interested in rolling them out next year. had no idea if this ould work or how peo- le would lorczak said on a recent a fternoon as some patients tested the bikes for their exercise potential. thought I might end up being the aughingstock of the Instead, she is relishing being part of efforts to revitalize i ts waterfront and draw eople year-round, even hen the Lake Erie breeze is something more endured than enjoyed. The bikes give ven non-skaters a chance to try out the ice, a long with the warm nuts, hot cocoa and craft eer sold at nearby kiosks.

family business, Water Bikes of uffalo, was renting pon- oon bikes that let riders edal the Buffalo River in warmer months when economic development officials put out a call for i deas for the square-foot quare-meter) ice rink being built nearby on a recreation of the Erie Canal. They said the ice is oing to be pretty large, a nd they thought they ight need something more than just Florczak said. Curling, hockey and roomball leagues merged. I thought: a perfect opportunity to go from water biking to ice Florczak said. he bought a bike off he rack at Wal-Mart and orked with General Welding and Fabricating in Elma on a design.

The bikes had to be sturdy, ot tip and co-exist with ice skaters. Prototype esting showed that sharper blades, like on i ce skates, were too fast, as were flat blades that worked like a ski. The finished product i a 26-inch bike that sits a rectangular base ith a duller blade replacing the front wheel. They ride like a regular bicycle, only without the eed to balance. Ice bikes gain raction in bitterly cold Buffalo CAROLYN THOMPSON ASSOCIATED PRESS AP Lisa Florczak, founder of Ice ikes of Buffalo, rides one of her inventions at the Ice at Canalside in Buffalo..