E.Terry Euston

 

E. Terry Euston passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023

E. Terry Euston, 74, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 3, 2023 

at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital at the end of an active and fulfilling 

 life.Born in Wantagh, New York, he was the husband of Eilene (Balfour) Euston. 

They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on March 25th. He was the son

 of the late Edward Thomas and Ruth Terry Euston. A graduate of

Fayetteville-Manlius High School, in New York, he then graduated from

 Cornell University with a bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science. 

He worked as a Senior Fish Biologist for Normandeau Associates

in Drumore, PA for 40 years, retiring in 2011. Terry loved his career

and treasured the relationships he formed with his colleagues. 

He proudly served with the Armed Forces in New York as a Sergeant 

where he was honorably discharged in 1973, and in Pennsylvania as a 

Specialist with the Reserves of the Army; honorably discharged in June 1976.

After retirement, Terry was fortunate to travel the country and parts of the

 world with his wife, family, and friends. He was always eager to embark 

on an adventure. His love of fishing, the outdoors, and travel inspired

 him on countless trips to national parks, the waters of the east coast,

 and many other locales, including a long-anticipated trip to Alaska 

in July with family. He was enthusiastic about gardening, reading,

 hiking, biking, baseball, and music. Family and friends appreciated

 his unique sense of humor, his warm engaging personality, and the value 

of his friendship. He shared his philosophy of retired life with others:

"Start slow and taper off," and "I have nowhere to go and all day to get there."

He absolutely loved and was loved by his family. He is survived by his wife,

 Eilene; two sons, Todd, husband of Erin (Broadhurst) Euston,

 Portland, Oregon, and Derek, husband of Megan (Spittler) Euston, 

Harrisburg, PA, a sister, Nancy (Euston) Patton, wife of Russell B. Patton, 

Averill Park, New York; and five granddaughters, Shayne, Hollis, Dylan, Reese, and Demi.

Terry met his cancer challenges of many years with positivity and resolve.

 The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the wonderful staff at 

the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute and Lancaster General Hospital in

 addition to the staff at Milton S. Hershey Medical Center for their excellent

 care and support to Terry and family. Friends are welcome to join

 in the Celebration of Terry's Life on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 

rom 4:00 7:00 pm. The celebration will be a drop-in gathering at Britain Hill

 at the Livery, 1702 Lampeter Rd., Lancaster, PA. In lieu of flowers, 

memorial contributions may be sent to the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, 

2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.

Please visit Terry's Memorial Page at

www.thegroffs.com

Maria Pulos Levy

Maria Pulos Levy

Maria Janice Pulos Levy, age 75, of Littleton, CO, 

passed away on May 9, 2023, 

after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Maria was born on April 29, 1948, to Arthur and Elizabeth Pulos,

 in Champaign,  Illinois,where Arthur was teaching design at the

 University of Illinois. The family, including brother Cristofer and 

sister  Demetra, grew up in Fayetteville, NY, where her father 

taught and eventually chaired the Department of Industrial Design 

at Syracuse University, while also practicing design 

at Pulos Design Associates. Maria graduated from Fayetteville-Manlius

High School in 1966 and Green Mountain Junior College in Vermont 

in 1968, and continued her education at Syracuse University.

In 1976, Maria met Jacques Levy in Colorado Springs, CO. 

Maria and Jacques married on May 30, 1978, and eventually

moved to Denver, CO, where they founded their family-owned

 business, Daybreak Landscaping, and raised their children, 

Colbért Elizabeth (Levy) Callen and Micah Meyer Levy.

In 1989, with two young children, Maria was determined to 

return to college to pursue a degree in the then new field of 

Computer Science. She graduated with honors and began 

a new career developing IT Systems for Kaiser Permanente.

She retired from Kaiser in 2005. Always a gifted artist, 

in her retirement Maria pursued her passion for quilting

 and weaving. Maria could always be found reading,

 especially about history and archeology.

In 1992 the Levys moved into an 1883 farmhouse in Littleton, CO, 

a cherished family home that Maria lived in until her final day.

Maria was active in her family’s community, serving

 as PTO president at Euclid Middle School, a research

volunteer at the Littleton Historical Museum, and a

kindergarten reading volunteer at Ralph Moody Elementary School.

Maria was predeceased by her parents and her brother, 

Cristofer Pulos. Maria is survived by husband Jacques Levy;

 son Micah Levy; daughter Colbért Callen; son-in-law Nick Callen; 

granddaughter Ninavera Callen; sister Demetra Pulos 

and her children Corinna Foley and Kevan McFarland; sister-in-law 

Jenene Stookesberry; and sister-in-law Jean Pulos

 and her sons Nikos Pulos and Lex Pulos.

A small family service was held, and a red leaf maple

tree was planted in her honor to remember the kindness, 

humor, love and beauty Maria  gave to the world 

and everyone she touched.

40th FM Reunion

                                                                

Robert Pellenz

 1948-2023

  

Robert "Bob" Pellenz January 2, 2023 Robert "Bob" Pellenz, 74, of Loudon TN, formally of Chittenango New York, passed away on January 2, 2023 in Knoxville Tennessee. Bob was born in Syracuse NY to Phil and Rita Pellenz on August 27, 1948. Bob worked and retired from industrial sales in Syracuse. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, and graduate from Fayetteville Manlius High School, and was a longtime member of Woodcrest Golf Course. He was an avid golfer, loved his family, and friends. He had a contagious laugh and made everyone he spent time with feel happy and loved. Bob is survived by his Wife Jane, Son Matthew Pellenz, daughter Kerry Woolbert (Doug Woolbert), daughter Christine Pellenz and grandchildren Alyson, Jake and Alivia. Bob was predeceased by his first wife Barbara, second wife Joyce, his parents, Phil and Rita, his brother Bill, sister Carol and several other family and close friends. A memorial service will be held in Syracuse in June, if you would like details, please send your contact information to RobertPellenzMemorial@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob's name to the National Diabetes Foundation and/or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Click Funeral Home & Cremations - Tellico Village Chapel is serving the family of Bob Pellenz. www.clickfuneralhome.com

Published by Syracuse Post Standard from Jan. 5 to Jan. 8, 2023.

Bob Pellenz

 

Bob Pellenz

Our dear classmate Bob Pellenz has passed away after a brief illness

Photo taken at 56th Reunion this past September 2022 at Craftsman Inn, Fayetteville, NY

Dan Kirkley

 

Dan Kirkley has passed away

 

OBITUARY

     Daniel A. Kirkley, 74, of Fayetteville died peacefully at home after a long illness.  Born in Syracuse, Dan graduated from Fayetteville-Manlius High School.  Dan worked as a machinist specializing in computer  aided design and programing automated machinery.

     He had been active in assisting the ABC program at Fayetteville-Manlius School and was a member of the Manlius Historical Society and the Fayetteville Senior Center.  Though Dan lived in Canada for 25 years of his life, Fayetteville was always his home.  He loved the Fayetteville Library and spent many hours there  since moving back to Fayetteville. 

     He was an avid cyclist, frequently seen around the Village.  In 1976 he took a US Bicentennial cycle trip over the Rocky Mountains.  He was a former member of the Onondaga Cycling Club.  He belonged to Ashbridge’s Bay Yacht Club in Canada and enjoyed officiating at CORK sailing races.

     He is predeceased by his parents, Dr. George and Freda Kirkley.  He is survived by four siblings, Cynthia Kirkley of Baldwinsville, NY, David Kirkley of East Syracuse, Laurel (Peter) Notturno of Canton, OH and Scott (Martha) Kirkley of Rochester, NY; four nieces and nephews and four great-nieces and great-nephews.

     A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.

     Contributions may be made to the Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville, NY  13066 or the Manlius Historical Society, P.O. Box 28, Manlius, NY  13104

 

Martha " Marty Newell" Anderson

 

Jon Flatt

 

Obituary

Jon Joseph Flatt, 73, of Westdale, NY passed away peacefully on his own terms, Sunday March 6, 2022 at 10:58am at his home. The youngest son of five children (Dorothy Flatt, Manlius, NY, Mary Jo Burrows, San Diego, CA, Sam Flatt, Cleveland, NY, and Elsie McConnell, Naperville, IL), Jon was born to Joseph M. & Gwendolyn Williams Flatt on June 3, 1948. He attended Fayetteville-Manlius High School, Class of 1966. He was married to Jacqueline R. Casler of Manlius, NY for 25 years.

After Jon attended Syracuse Brick Laying School, he went on to become an accomplished mason of both brick and stone. At that time, Jon was involved with the Dormitory Authority of New York State. Later, in 1973, he took a job with the USPS in Fayetteville, NY eventually retiring in 2004 as the Postmaster in Westdale, NY 13483.

Jon was instrumental in the reconstruction of the Westdale Dam. Reaching out to his local officials (especially Jack Plumley) he helped to ensure that the area became a Class Three Wetlands. The self-proclaimed Mayor of Frog Hollow (also honorary Frog Hollow Highway superintendent), Jon is survived by Julie Simmons Hotaling of Westdale, NY, his life partner of the last 30 years. Also, his three sons; Jason Flatt, Shelburne, VT, Jamie Flatt, Camden, NY and Jeff Flatt and his wife, Sarah, Cleveland, NY. Jon had six grandchildren, three girls and three boys.

As per Jon’s wishes there will be a gathering to celebrate his life later this summer. He desired no funeral or services. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of LaRobardiere Funeral Home, Inc., Camden, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the NRA or Ducks Unlimited in lieu of flowers

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Jon Joseph Flatt, please visit our floral store.

Barbara Kiggins Carlson

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Timothy Kiggins Obituary

Here is Timothy Kiggins’s obituary. 

We are sad to announce that on September 13, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Timothy Kiggins of Kirkville, New York, born in Syracuse, New York. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Timothy Kiggins to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Robert Kiggins and Mary Alice Kiggins. He is survived by : his wife Sheri; his son Robert Kiggins (Nikki Bellinger); and his siblings, Barbara Carlson and Russell Kiggins (Irene). He is also survived by several loving nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 21st 2021 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the R. H. Schepp & Son Minoa Chapel (6530 Schepps Corners Rd, Minoa, NY 13116).

John Weber

 

John D. Weber April 7, 2021

 John D. Weber, 73, of East Syracuse died after a long illness. He grew up in Manlius and graduated from Fayetteville-Manlius High School. John was a veteran of the US Air Force and serving in the Philippians. He was a sports enthusiast. He was predeceased by his parents, Francis and Janet Weber and brother, Peter Weber. John is survived by his siblings, Richard (Paulette) Weber of Manlius, Daniel (Jane) Weber of Medford , NJ of Susan (Tom) Smith of New Boston, NY; and several nieces and nephews. Private burial will be in Manlius Village Cemetery. For guest book, please visit: www.SCHEPPFAMILY.com

Sue Bon Walden

 Susan M. (Bon) Walden, 72 of Williamsburg Virginia, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021. The daughter of George Bon and Helen (Wiederhold) Bon, she was born in Syracuse, New York on April 13, 1948. Sue graduated from Fayetteville Manlius High School in the Class of 1966. Enlisting in the United States Air Force in 1969 and stationed in Omaha, Nebraska, she met Steve Walden and they were married. Their son was born in 1971 when Sue received her discharge and followed her husband to assignments across the country. In 1983, they returned to Omaha, where their son Christopher was kidnapped and killed. The Air Force suggested moving out of the Omaha area and sent them to Langley AFB in Hampton, Virginia. Sue was active with the Officer Wives' clubs during their active-duty days. She was elected to the OWC boards a total of six times on three different bases. After Steve retired, Sue took a variety of jobs on the Virginia peninsula. She also continued her charitable endeavors and was on the board of Sentara Hospital Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing tennis, bowling, Mahjong and playing with her fur babies. Sue was preceded in death by her mother, father and her son, Christopher. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Steve. In trying to protect those who are vulnerable during this time, there will be no funeral or memorial service in Virginia. Interment will be at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St Louis, MO in the near future. Online condolences may be shared to the family at www.nelsenwilliamsburg.com.

Frank Carroll passed away Monday, July 13, 2020.

Obituary for Francis "Frank" Carroll

Francis (Frank) Patrick Carroll left this world on July 13 after a long illness. A resident of Ashland, Oregon since 2015, he lived and worked in many places around the world in his work as a water development specialist and environmental engineer in developing countries, including Iran, Egypt and sub-Saharan Africa. Frank was born in Queens, New York in 1948, the son of Adele and Frank Carroll. With his father, he was a fan of the Brooklyn Dodgers and developed a lifelong passion for baseball. He was a talented player himself in national adult leagues. Every year he looked forward to attending the league’s world series in Phoenix, Arizona.
Frank was a brilliant and popular student. He attended high school in Fayetteville, New York, where he was a thespian, athlete and class officer, and remained close friends with his graduating class of 1966 throughout the decades. He was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Stanford University, and earned a Ph.D. in Energy and Resources from the University of California at Berkeley. He settled in Berkeley, where he bought and renovated a 1906 house where he lived for most of his adult life.
Frank was a fun-filled and generous man who loved life, his friends and family, and his partner of 30 years, Janet Sonntag, a writer and editor. Their adventures together were many, from scooter cycling through rainstorms in Vietnam to voyaging in a felluca up the Nile River. In Ashland, they bought a house by a pond and created a beautiful garden. They met in 1990 when Janet answered an ad for a pet sitter for Frank’s dog Piglet and cat Flake, talked for four hours and Frank cut a yellow rose from a bush in his garden to give to her. Throughout his life, Frank was a passionate advocate for animals.
In addition to his partner Janet, Frank is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Lee and Jackie Carroll of Kirkville, New York, and their children.
A memorial website in his name can be accessed at Forever Missed.com Frank Patrick Carroll.
(Donations in his name can be made to The Alzheimer’s Association, The Humane Society , ASPCA, the World Wildlife Fund, or similar organizations.)

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Sidney (Skip) Doolittle passed away April 25, 2019

Sidney Bartoo Doolittle, Jr., passed away in Syracuse, New York, on Thursday, April 25, 2019, at the age of 71. Sidney was born in Syracuse to Sidney Bartoo Doolittle, Sr., and Ivy Virginia (Brinton) Doolittle, and was the eldest of three brothers. He was preceded in death by his brother William Walker Doolittle; and is survived by his brother David Brinton Doolittle of Watertown, Massachusetts, his wife Susan, and their daughter Elizabeth.

Sidney was married three times. His first wife, Deborah Larus Doolittle, lives in Wildwood, Missouri. His second wife, Helen Maxson Cervini, lives in Weatherford, Oklahoma; their son William Maxson Doolittle lives in the greater Washington, D.C. area. Sidney was preceded in death by his third wife, Nancy Barnes Doolittle, and is survived by his dear step-daughter, Christie Gelfand, her husband Daniel, and their son Julian.

Sidney was a graduate of Bucknell University, and received a master’s degree in Science Education from Syracuse University. He taught in a variety of public and private schools on the secondary level, most recently at Emma Willard School in Troy, New York. Beloved by his students, he was highly involved in extracurricular activities, serving as an advisor for the science club, spelunking, skiing, and running, and was awarded Teacher of the Year. Earlier in his career, he introduced public school students to the wonders of the universe as the Director of the Southern Cayuga Planetarium.

Sidney loved the beauty of the natural world and of the stars. He spent many happy years in his Walden, a home on Long Point at the western end of Oneida Lake. He had a lifelong interest in history and in the public discourse on education. He was a gifted and prolific letter writer. He offered a ready hand and a listening ear to those around him, and carried himself with a signature gentleness, thoughtfulness, and modesty.

Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology.

 

Donna Haase Greene March 16, 2019 Donna Haase Greene, 70, of Cazenovia passed away and went to the eternal home prepared by the Lord for her and others who believe. Donna was born in Syracuse and lived in the Manlius - Cazenovia area her whole life, supporting her husband as bookkeeper at the family operated business, Manlius True Value Hardware. Donna was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an avid gardener of both vegetables and flowers, as well as a bird enthusiast. Donna was predeceased by her parents, Edmond B. Haase and Pearl C. Haase. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Douglas Greene; her sons, Jason (Nichole) Greene of FL and Jamie Greene of Fayetteville; daughter, Kimberly (John) Granata of Cazenovia; seven grandchildren, Micah, Annabelle, Aaron, Aidan, Makenzie, Karlie and Kayla; brothers, Gary (Virginia) Haase of FL and David (Katherine, fiance) Haase of Manlius; sisters, Cynthia (Sonny) Pickard of Kirkville and Pamela (Richard) Barry of TN; and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call from 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Sunday, March 31, 2019 at the First Baptist Church, 408 Pleasant St., Manlius. The service will follow the calling hour at 4:00 pm. Burial will be in Manlius Village Cemetery. The family wishes to thank Hospice of CNY for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, 408 Pleasant St., Manlius, NY 13104. 

Barbara Belton Robertson passed away

Barbara B. Robertson February 28, 2019 Barbara B. Robertson, 70, of Cazenovia, N.Y. passed away peacefully at Crouse Irving Hospital, Thursday, February 28, 2019 following a brief illness. Barbara grew up in Fayetteville and attended Fayetteville Manlius High School where she was a cheerleader, diver and gymnast. Her enthusiasm for sports followed her throughout the years, she was an avid SU sports fan and could always be found watching football on Sundays. She also enjoyed cooking, trivia, watching Jeopardy and most of all spending time with her family. Barbara was a successful State Farm Insurance agent in both Dewitt and Tarrytown, N.Y. She retired to Summerville, S.C., but decided several years ago to return to central NY to be closer to family. Barbara is survived by her son Mathew Pellenz of Ladson, S.C., daughter Kerry (Doug) Woolbert, grandchildren Alyson, and Jake, all of Cazenovia, N.Y. Brothers George (Diane) Belton of Cazenovia, N.Y., Charles (Denise) Belton of Broomfield, C.O., nieces Kirsten (Thomas) Blount, Kate Englander, Sally (Kevin) Paulson, Elizabeth, Grace and Olivia Belton, nephew Paul Belton and two great nephews Paul and George Blount. She is predeceased by her loving parents Paul and Eleanor Belton of Fayetteville, N.Y. and sister Carol and brother in law Allen Englander of Westport, Connecticut. A celebration of life is being planned for later this year. AYER & ZIMMER F.H. CAZENOVIA 655-8101 Please sign the guestbook at syracuse.com/obits

Published Syracuse Post Standard from Mar. 4 to Mar. 10, 2019         

 

CHeryl Ann Albig's Obituary

Cheryl Ann Albig, of Blacksburg, died on August 23, 2018 after a brief illness. She was born on July 14, 1948 in Schenectady, N.Y. She graduated from Michigan State University and also from Syracuse University.

She is survived by her brother, David, and sister-in-law, Pegeen.

No services are planned.

The Albig family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com