January 5, 2024: In memoriam:
Bernard F. McEvoy, `57
Bernard F.
McEvoy, MD Schenectady - Bernard F. McEvoy, MD,
died on December 31, 2023 after an illness.
A native of Little Falls, New York, he was
educated in the public schools there. He
graduated from the New York State College for
Teachers in Albany with a bachelor of science in
physics. He was the recipient of a New York
State Regents scholarship. While in Albany, he
met his wife Barbara at a freshman mixer. He was
a member of the Potter Club. They married in
1962 in Amsterdam, New York.
He earned his
medical degree from Albany Medical College in
1961. He interned at Michael Reese Hospital, the
Combined Jewish Philanthropies Hospital, in
Chicago, Illinois. After a year as a resident in
internal medicine at the Buffalo Veterans
Administration Hospital he entered the Army
Medical Corps as a captain. He was posted at the
Outpatient Depot at Walson Army Hospital in Fort
Dix, New Jersey. On discharge from the military
in 1965 he became a dermatology resident and
later chief resident at Boston City Hospital
(Tufts University). He was a cancer research
fellow at Roswell Park Hospital in Buffalo. He
authored five peer-reviewed articles and book
chapters on dermatology. In 1967 he was a US
Public Health Fellow in cancer research at
Roswell Park Memorial Institute in Buffalo. He
authored five papers in peer reviewed medical
journals and chapters in two dermatology
textbooks. He was a member of the Schenectady
County Medical Society as well as numerous
dermatology and dermatologic surgery
organizations concerning pediatric dermatology
and laser surgery. He was a fellow of the
American College of Physicians. He was an
assistant professor at Albany Medical College
and entered private practice in Schenectady in
1970 with Dr. William Wells. He became a solo
practitioner in 1977. He was on the staff at
Ellis and St. Clare's Hospital and a consultant
to hospitals in Cobleskill, Gloversville,
Amsterdam, Saratoga and Cooperstown. He was a
member of the state and county medical societies
and a member of numerous dermatology
organizations. He was on the county health
department advisory board for 10 years.
Upon his retirement from private practice in
1998, he and his wife Barbara spent countless
hours volunteering in the revitalization of the
historic Vale Cemetery. Upon his leadership,
Vale Cemetery won numerous awards in the areas
of urban green spaces, and green burials. They
also enjoyed organizing historic tours of the
cemetery, focusing on prominent citizens from
the past and present. He was also a leader in
the diversification of the cemetery, welcoming
citizens of all races and religions to conduct
burials in line with their values and
traditions. In 2011, Bernard and Barbara were
recognized for their work, receiving the Patroon
Award in Schenectady. He was a long-time
communicant of St. John the Evangelist Church.
Currently, he and Barbara are trustees of the
church. Also, he was a long-time member of the
Schenectady Ancient Order of Hibernians and the
Schenectady Veterans Club.
He is survived by his three children Bernard
McEvoy (Blair) of Franklin, TN; Irene Sellers of
Wilmington, NC and Mary Manjikian (Ara) of
Chesapeake, VA. He is also survived by his
sister, Nan, and ten grandchildren: Haig, Lucine
and Rubina Manjikian; Will, Christopher and
Elizabeth McEvoy, and Sydney, Ian, Westley, and
Emma Sellers.
Relatives and friends are
invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial,
which will be celebrated, Saturday, January 6,
2024, at 12 noon at St. John the Evangelist
Church, 810 Union Street, Schenectady. Calling
hours will be Friday, January 5, from 3 until 6
p.m. at the Gleason Funeral Home. Burial will be
in St. Mary's Cemetery, Little Falls, NY at a
later date.
Memorial contributions may be
made to St. John the Evangelist Church.
Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Jan. 3,
2024.
December 20, 2023: The entries
that follow comprise the passsings of several
Pottermen. The postings now bring the
records up to date to the extent of the
information that is available.
December 10, 2023:
In memoriam: Stephen Cornell, `68
Stephen J.
Cornell, 77, of Binghamton, died Sunday,
December 3, 2023. He is survived by his sister,
Jean (Tom) Baldwin; his nieces and nephews,
Jason (Mary) Cornell, Kim (Brent) Walworth,
Kelly (Kevin) Hayes, Christopher (Megan)
Addisyn; brothers-in-law David Hantsch and
Robert Hantsch; sister-in-law Christine Cornell;
his "Dog-Child" Willie and his many great-nieces
and great-nephews. He is predeceased by his
beloved wife and best friend Diana Cornell; his
parents Jerome and Marjorie; and his brother
Joseph Cornell.
Steve
taught at the Binghamton City School District
for 33 years. He enjoyed teaching Spanish and
French at East Middle, North High and Binghamton
High. In addition, he proudly kept the stats for
the BHS boys’ basketball team as well as doing
the announcing. He was well known and loved at
Binghamton schools, with it being said he
advised, mentored and made connections with many
students and colleagues. He was a proud veteran
of the United States Navy. He enjoyed golfing
with the Tuesday and Thursday league at the
Apalachin Golf Course.
Steve was predeceased by his wife and best
friend, Diana. The two were inseparable
companions and loved traveling together. Both
would happily share details about their trips
and always looked forward to planning their next
trip together.
Steve and
Diana were loving dog-parents to Sebastian,
Simba, Coco and Willie. Each dog was treated
like individual family members and were never
far from each others sides. Their pets were
always on their mind even while on one of their
many adventures.
A
memorial service will be held Wednesday,
December 13th at 12:00 pm at the Ogden Hillcrest
United Methodist Church, 1061 Chenango St.
Binghamton, NY. The family will receive friends
from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Wednesday at the Ogden
Hillcrest United Methodist Church. Following the
service Stephen will be inurned at Chenango
Valley Cemetery. Cremation services provided by
Hopler & Eschbach Funeral Home.
December 10, 2023: In memoriam:
Gerry Holzman, `54
Gerry Holzman,
Creator of The Empire State Carousel, Author,
Teacher Gerry
Holzman, Master Carver, died on
December
8th, 2023. He liked to say that his
entry into the world in the early summer of
1933, as the first son of Solomon and Hazel
Holzman, was a statement of optimism during the
depths of the Great Depression. Gerry departed
this life after a 90-year sojourn while still
pondering Carl Sandburg’s mystifying questions:
“Where to? What next?”
Preceded by his brother Steven, Gerry is
survived by his always loving (and always loved)
wife of 66 years, Arlene Davidson Holzman, his
three daughters, three sons-in-law: Nancy
Holzman (Jim Stegman), Jill Irving (Jeff), and
Susan Gatti (Mark). Completing this highly
cherished mishpocha are six grandchildren,
Gregory Gatti, Jonathan Gatti, Liam Stegman,
Devan Stegman, Joshua Irving, Julie Irving, a
younger brother, Larry (Dottie Eckardt), two
sisters-in-law, Margie Barrett Holzman and
Claire Davidson Siegel, nieces and nephews.
Gerry and Arlene lived for decades and raised a
family on Long Island, in Islip, NY and later
moved to Cambridge, NY before relocating to
Brunswick, Maine.
A
graduate of Amenia High School, Gerry received
his teaching degree from SUNY Albany.
As a
student at Albany he made many lifelong friends,
and it is where he first heard the words that
would become his mantra:
"Let each become
all he was created capable of being." He
did.
Following his
college graduation, he served in the US Army in
Ethiopia, Africa. He went on to have two
different careers: 25 years as a public school
teacher/administrator on Long Island, followed
by over 40 years as a professional
woodcarver/sculptor. Both careers required a
dedication to community and to communicating.
Attesting to this notion are his varied roles
as: President and co-founder of the Bay Shore
Classroom Teachers Association, Speaker for NYS
Council of Humanities, Consultant to NYS
Historical Association, President and co-founder
of the LI Woodcarvers Association, founder of
Beatty, Holzman & Speiser Woodcarving,
president/founder/head carver of the Empire
State Carousel Association, woodcarving teacher
at the Allan Herschell Carousel Museum,
Cooperstown's Farmers' Museum and the Adirondack
Folk School. He was a lecturer and
artist-in-resident for the Cunard Cruise Lines,
a woodcarver for Disney World, and a sign-carver
for New York’s South Street Seaport.
Trained in the UK by English Master Carver Gino
Masero, Gerry’s diverse work can be found in
museums, public libraries, churches and
synagogues, educational institutions, commercial
establishments, and private collections. But by
far, his single most significant work is the
Empire State Carousel, a full-size operating
merry-go-round based entirely on the theme of
New York State. Aptly described by Arlene
Holzman as a museum you can ride on, this
revolving history lesson is Gerry’s original
design. With Arlene’s help, he recruited nearly
1,000 fellow New York artisans and guided them
through the carousel’s 23-year creative odyssey.
He strongly felt that the process of
establishing this interactive community of
creative people was as important as the creation
of the carousel itself. The carousel remains in
merry motion at the Farmers’ Museum in
Cooperstown, NY celebrating Gerry’s deep and
lifelong love for New York State.
Gerry was a prolific author, writing articles
for a variety of publications on carousels, folk
art, travel (he visited every continent except
Antarctica), politics, and rural life. He wrote
three books about the art and culture of
woodcarving that presented lively portrayals of
the art and artists he loved. In all of these
books, he focused on his gratitude for finding a
profession that allowed him to bring joy and
beauty into a world that is too often sad.
Although Gerry was not a Bar Mitzvah and did not
regularly attend temple nor always observe the
High Holidays, he tried to live a Jewish life by
studying Jewish history and by memorializing
Jewish culture in his carvings. More
importantly, he kept trying, though not always
succeeding, to follow Rabbi Hillel’s ancient and
simple admonition: “What is hateful to you, do
not do to others.”
A
memorial service may be held at a later date.
Donations in Gerry’s memory can be made to CHANS
Hospice, 45 Baribeau Drive Brunswick, ME 04011,
https://www.mainehealth.org/mainehealth-care-home/ways-give
or your local hospice, food bank, or arts
organization.
November 9, 2023: In memoriam:
[N.B. Information about McGrorty, Leader,
and Ernst provided by Joe Mullin, `77]
Christopher McGrorty, `78 McGrorty,
Christopher T., 61 of Mt. Laurel, N.J.
(childhood home West Babylon) passed away
peacefully on
November 19, 2017.
Beloved husband of Susan McGrorty. Loving father
of Rishaee (Jesse) Fiorini, Thomas McGrorty and
Matthew McGrorty. Caring Pop Pop of Alyssa and
Evie Fiorini. Loving and cherished son of Mary
McGrorty and the late Thomas J. McGrorty. Dear
brother of Andrew (Marilynn) Claire and the late
Michael and Carol. Survived by many cherished
nieces, nephews, cousins, and sister and brother
in laws. A memorial visitation service will be
held on November 30th from 5-9 pm at Noce
Funeral Home, 189 Route 109, West Babylon, N.Y.
11704. Funeral Mass, Friday December 1st, 10 am
at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 39 N. Carll Ave.,
Babylon, N.Y. 11702. In lieu of flowers please
make donations in memory of Christopher and
Matthew McGrorty to: Hope and Heroes Children’s
Cancer Fund, 161 Fort Washington Ave, New York,
N.Y. 10032
Frank Leader, `75: Frank
P. Leader, 58, of Auburn, died Tuesday,
November 1, 2011. He was the son of the
late Bruce and Erma Troxal Leader. He was a 1972
graduate of Skaneateles High School and worked
for McLaughlin Glass Co. for the past several
years. Survivors: his brother, Donald
Buschbascher of Crystal River, FL, and several
nieces and nephews. Services: There are no
calling hours as per his request. A memorial
service will be held in the spring. Arrangements
are by the Plis Funeral Home, Auburn.
Contributions: to the American Cancer Society.
Published by Syracuse Post Standard on Nov. 3,
2011.
Richard Ernst, `77
[N.B. The date and place of Rick's death
is unavailable. When more information
becomes available the records will be updated,
and noted on the web site.]
November 4, 2023: Persico
Honored by Lake Placid. Dick
Persico, `55, was recently
honored, posthumously, by the Lake Placid
community, when he was inducted into the Lake
Placid Hall of Fame. See
details in the following link:
https://www.lakeplacidnews.com/news/local-news/2023/10/12/lake-placid-hall-of-fame-to-induct-banks-persico-warner/
August 8, 2023: In memoriam:
March
22, 2023: Edward A. Franco, `55:
Edward A.
Franco: To view an on demand recording
of Ed's funeral Mass please
click
here or use the "Click here to view
video" icon located below the service
information box.
Edward A
Franco, aged 90, of Minneapolis, formerly of
Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, and Herkimer, New
York, died peacefully at home on March 22, 2023.
Beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather,
uncle, teacher, friend. He is survived by
Anne, his wife of 60 years; children, Libby
(Bob) Weil, Anne (Aaron) Rodriguez and Peter
Franco; grandchildren, Ben, Claire and Laura
Weil, and Sara, Christopher and Nicholas
Rodriguez; brothers, Rocco (Rosemarie), John
(Roseann), Peter Franco; sister, Mary Franco;
many nieces, nephews and extended family.
Preceded in death by his parents, Virginia and
Thomas Franco; sister, Rita (Pop) Cassella;
brothers, Joseph, Raymond (Olga) and Thomas
Franco; sister-in-law, Joan Franco.
Dad
taught Spanish at Grosse Pointe South High
School in Grosse Pointe, Michigan for 28 years
and was chair of the foreign language department
for 25 years. He was a beloved teacher of many
and a mentor to foreign students studying abroad
at the high school. He had close relationships
with many students, some of which continue to
this day. He advanced the program by developing
and implementing curriculum for higher level
Spanish classes. He served as an evaluator and
grader for Spanish Language Advanced Placement
exams for the Educational Testing Service. After
retiring, he taught English to middle schoolers
at St. Juliana’s School in Detroit for several
years.
Dad
traveled the world with Mom and was never
happier than when planning his next trip.
Starting in 1955 when he left the US for the
first time to visit Turkey as a community
ambassador. He has shared his love of travel his
whole life, by leading student groups, and later
groups of friends, to Europe, sending his own
children to study in Spain and then his
grandchildren on cultural and language immersion
trips while in high school. He wanted us to
appreciate the wonderful variety of cultures in
our world. Everywhere Dad went, he talked
to people about where they were from, what life
was like for them, and how beautiful their home
country was - because he had usually been there.
Everyone loved and remembered him. Dad grew up
in an Italian immigrant family in Herkimer, New
York. Although he lived most of his adult life
in Michigan, he never forgot his roots. His
hometown, extended family and Italian heritage
were of central importance in his life.
Dad and
Mom were long-time members of St. Clare of
Montefalco parish in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. In
recent years they moved to Minneapolis to be
closer to their children and grandchildren. It
has been a blessing for all of us. He was
caring, kind and compassionate. He will be
missed.
Mass of
Christian Burial 11:00 AM Monday, April 17,
2023, at the Church of St. Thomas the Apostle,
2914 West. 44th Street, Minneapolis.
Visitation one hour prior to the Mass at the
church.
Memorials are preferred to the charity of the
donor’s preference.
August 6, 2023:
In memoriam:
July 20, 2023: Herbert J. Egert, `53:
Herbert
John Egert: December 10, 1930 ~
July 20, 2023 (age 92)
Obituary:
Family and friends will gather for Visitation on
Saturday, July 29th from 10:00am to 2:00pm at
the Horton-Mathie Funeral Home. A Prayer Service
will be observed at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of
flowers, the family has suggested that memorial
donations be made to: East Marion Fire
Department, P.O. Box 162, East Marion, NY 11939;
East End Hospice, 481 Westhampton-Riverhead
Road, P.O. Box 1048, Westhampton Beach, NY
11978; North Fork Animal Welfare League,
Inc., P.O. Box 297, Southold, NY 11971.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in
memory of Herbert John Egert, please visit our
floral store. Services: Visitation:
Saturday July 29, 2023 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Horton-Mathie Funeral Home, 735 First Street,
Greenport, NY 11944
https://www.horton-mathie.com/obituary/Herbert-Egert
April 25, 2023:
Gerry Holzman, `55,
to celebrate his 90th Birthday.
Gerry Holzman's family
notified us they will be celebrating Gerry's
90th birthday June 3rd (his birthday is actually
June 8) in Cooperstown. They ask his
friends to send any memorable "Gerry" quotes,
stories, or photos you think he would appreciate
and that would add to the celebration. These
contributions will be incorporated in a Memory
Book for Gerry. Please send your memory
book contributions to
Jirving6@maine.rr.com or Jill Irving, 134
Lester Drive, Portland, ME 04103 by May 15th.
You can reach Gerry directly by email at
gerrygoodguy1@gmail.com or by regular mail
at: 28 Birch Meadow Road, Brunswick, ME 04011.
In memoriam: April 9, 2023:
Dwight L. Burden, `71
Dwight L. "Chip" Burden, Jr., 73, passed away on Easter Sunday (April 9,
2023) at Moore Place, Newark, NY with
his beloved wife, Paula, at his side. In
honoring Chip's request there will be no
prior calling hours. Contributions in
Chip's memory may be made to Our Lady of
Peace Parish, 130 Exchange Street,
Geneva or St. Francis/St. Stephen's
School, 17 Elmwood Ave., Geneva. Family
and friends may attend a Mass of
Christian Burial at 10 am on Friday, May
5, 2023, at St. Francis De Sales Church,
130 Exchange Street, Geneva. Burial will
follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Geneva,
NY. Chip was born on November 5, 1949 in
Newark, NY and was the son of the late
Phyllis (Walborn) and Dwight Louis
Burden, Sr. He was a 1967 Graduate of
Red Jacket High School and went on to
graduate from State University of Albany
in 1971. Chip was a proud member of
Potter Club. Chip met Paula while
attending University. They have been
together ever since. Chip worked as a
City of Geneva Health Inspector, then
working as a District Director for NYS
Department of Health. He retired in
2005. He was an avid golfer and jogger.
Most importantly, Chip loved his family
especially his grandchildren. Chip was
member of Our Lady of Peace Parish where
he served as a Eucharistic Minister. He
is survived by his adoring wife Paula
(Evangelista); sons Scott (Courtney)
Burden of Geneva and Joshua Burden of
Geneva; sister Barbara Burden of
Shortsville, NY; brother Bruce (Wendy)
Burden of Raleigh, NC; grandchildren
Blayze and Brooke Burden. The family
wishes to thank the staff at Moore
Place, Demay Living Center, Newark, NY
Their patience, kindness and care helped
to ease the challenge of Chip's long
illness.
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