Obituaries - Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home

Lawrence A. Colf

November 11, 2022

Rushville- Lawrence A. Colf, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on November 10, 2022. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 24th, 2023 at 11 a.m. at the Rushville Cemetery. A Celebration of Lawrence’s Life will follow at the Rushville Fire Hall. Larry was born on June 19, 1963, a son of Larry and Mary Cator Colf. He was a graduate of Marcus Whitman Central School. Larry was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and enjoyed watching war movies. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to family and friends. He will be dearly missed. Larry is survived by his loving mother, Mary Colf; brothers, Brian, Jeff (Jan)… Read more

Kenneth Phillip Yentzer Sr. and Kathleen Ann Linehan

December 28, 2021

While we mourn their unexpected passing, we also celebrate the lives of Kenneth Phillip Yentzer Sr. and Kathleen Ann Linehan. A graveside committal service with full military honors will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Shuman Cemetery, 549 East Swamp Rd., Penn Yan, NY 14527. Please plan to join the family for burgers following the service (location to be announced.) Ken and Kathy were together right to the end, sharing the same hospital room as they fought COVID-19 together, ultimately both passing within less than a day of each other. Kathy passed away on Dec. 28, 2021 at 6:48pm, and Ken passed away the following… Read more

Ronald A. Davis

June 1, 2023

Canandaigua/Rushville- Ronald A. Davis, age 87, entered his Savior’s presence, and is no doubt singing with the Heavenly Choir, on Thursday, June 1, 2023. Friends may call on Friday, (June 9th) from 5 – 8 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, (June 10th) at 1 p.m. at the Middlesex Baptist Church. Private burial will follow in Overackers Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Middlesex Baptist Church, P.O. Box 57, Middlesex, NY 14507 or to LeTorneau Christian Conference Center, 4950 County Road 11, Rushville, NY 14544 or to the House of John Hospice Home,… Read more

Janice Elaine LaVoie

May 22, 2023

Rushville- Janice Elaine LaVoie, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 22, 2023. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 12 p.m. at the Canandaigua Lakeview Cemetery, 4844 Jones Rd., Rushville, NY. Memorial Contributions in Janice’s name can be made to the Ontario County Humane Society, 2976 County Rd. 48, Canandaigua, NY 14424. Janice was born on October 24, 1946, a daughter of the late Charles Henry Green and Ada Lois Tresler Green. Janice was a graduate of Westfield Central School. Janice spent many years as a traveling nurse. She loved gardening, cooking, canning and crafting. Janice is survived by… Read more

Daniel Harry Hershey

May 21, 2023

Gorham- Daniel Harry Hershey, age 82, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2023. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at 12 p.m. at the Gorham Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will follow at 1 p.m. at the Gorham Fire Hall. Memorial contributions in Dan’s name can be made to the Gorham Fire Company, 4676 Kearney Rd., Stanley, NY 14561. Dan was born on December 15, 1940, the son of the late Harry Daniel “Jake” Hershey and Adelaide Margaret Hall Hershey. He was a graduate of Gorham Central School, Class of 1960. After high school he took over the family business, Gorham Oil. He had 3 sons… Read more

James T. Davis

May 21, 2023

Geneva - James Thomas Davis, age 76, of Geneva, New York, passed away after a long battle with cancer and diabetes. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at Crosswinds Church, 3360 Middle Cheshire Rd, Canandaigua, NY 14424, with reception immediately following. Memorial contributions: Family Life Ministries, P.O. Box 506, Bath, NY 14810. Jim was born on June 9, 1946 - the first of six children to Luella and Fenton Davis, farmers in Nelson, NY. Jim attended SUNY Morrisville majoring in Agricultural Science. Soon after graduation, he married his sweetheart from 4-H club, Betty Barrett, on June 21, 1969. Jim was part of… Read more

Debora Ann Frankish

May 10, 2023

Canandaigua- Debora Ann Frankish, age 70, passed away peacefully at F.F. Thompson Hospital on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Friends may call on Thursday (May 18th) from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday (May 19th) at the funeral home. A private burial will be in Gorham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Reed Corners Federated Church, 4030 Rte. 247, Canandaigua, NY 14424; or to St. Jude’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Debi was the daughter of the late Harold K. Davie and… Read more

Brian Michael Laursen

May 7, 2023

Penn Yan- Brian Michael Laursen, age 53, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua. Friends may call Friday (May 12th) from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A Memorial Service will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. The burial will be in Bellona Cemetery. Family and friends will gather at the Penn Yan Fire Department following the burial. Memorial contributions may be made to either Penn Yan Fire Department, or Penn Yan Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Brian was the son of Jane Ann Laursen and the late Edwin H. Laursen, Sr. Brian is survived… Read more

Randall Lee Gadway

May 7, 2023

Stanley, NY- Randall Lee Gadway, age 76, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, May 7, 2023. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saints Peter and Paul Church in Mineville, NY at 11 a.m. on Saturday (May 13th). Burial will be in Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stanley-Hall-Gorham Ambulance, P.O. Box 57, Hall, NY 14463 Randall was born Feb. 15, 1947 in Witherbee, NY. He was the son of the late Edward and Mildred (DeCoste) Gadway. Randall started out as a miner in Mineville, Gouverneur and Tahawas, NY, and transitioned over to a safety inspector with the Mine Safety… Read more

Charles E. “Chuck” Butler

May 4, 2023

Geneva- Charles E. “Chuck” Butler, age 83, passed away on May 4, 2023. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 13th, at the Reed Corners Federated Church. Burial will be in the Reed’s Corners Burying Ground. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Yates County, PO Box 12, Penn Yan, NY 14527; or to Reed Corners Federated Church, 4030 Rte. 247, Canandaigua, NY 14424. Chuck was born in Oneonta, NY, son of the late Edwin L. and Bertha Castle Butler. His fondest childhood memories were of growing up in the post-war years in Unadilla, NY. As a teenager in… Read more

Geraldine L. Frere

April 26, 2023

Canandaigua- Geraldine L. Frere, age 72, passed away on April 26, 2023 at Wilmot Cancer Center in Rochester, NY. Friends may call Saturday (May 6th) from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will follow at Noon at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rushville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Boy Scout Troop 68, c/o Jayne Wheeler, 3986 Middle Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424. Geraldine was born in Canandaigua, NY, the daughter of the late Gerald Barnhardt and Evelyn Schultz Barnhardt. She was a graduate ofCanandaigua Academy. She married James M. Frere on December 18, 1970. Geraldine was… Read more

Gloria G. McCormick

April 22, 2023

Canandaigua – Gloria McCormick, 94, former resident of Massena, NY, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2023 at the home of her daughter, Constance Mussaw, in Canandaigua, NY. Gloria was born November 8, 1928 in Swanton, Vermont, to George and Priscilla Colomb. She attended Trinity College and graduated from Fanny Allen School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse. She loved being a nurse and spent most of her 50 year career working in geriatrics. She married Daniel McCormick on June 27, 1951 in Swanton, Vermont. Gloria was a voracious reader- especially murder mysteries. Her other hobbies included jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles and stamp collecting. She is survived… Read more

Calvin H. Foster

April 20, 2023

Rushville- Calvin H. Foster passed away at home surrounded by family on April 20, 2023, at the age of 91. Cal was born in North Tonawanda, NY on November 5, 1931. He was raised there with his two brothers Don and Richard. Cal served his country in The Korean War. He married the love of his life, Mary Jane (Haak) on June 8, 1957. Cal, Mary Jane, and their children moved from New York to Pennsylvania, and then settled in Walpole, MA where they lived for 48 years before recently moving to Rushville, NY to be closer to family. Cal is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary… Read more

Herbert “Herb” “Herbie” Leon Tennies

April 18, 2023

Dundee- Herbert “Herb” “Herbie” Leon Tennies, age 89, died in the hope of resurrection to eternal life on April 18, 2023. Friends may call on Friday, April 28 from 5 – 8 p.m. at the Bellona Memorial Presbyterian Church in Bellona (after which the casket will be sealed) and again on Saturday, April 29 from 10 – 11 a.m. at the Seneca No. 9 Presbyterian Church in Stanley where a Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Burial will be held immediately following. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Seneca No. 9 Presbyterian Church, 4400 Number 9 Rd., Stanley, NY 14561, or to Bellona Memorial… Read more

James I. “Jim” Reed, Jr.

April 15, 2023

Penn Yan – James I. “Jim” Reed, Jr., age 77, passed away at Albany Medical Center on Saturday, April 15, 2023. Friends may call Tuesday (April 25th) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bellona Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Yates County, P.O. Box 12, Penn Yan, NY 14527; or to the Himrod Volunteer Fire Department, 3530 Himrod Rd., Himrod, NY 14842. Jim was born August 25, 1945 to the late James I. Reed, Sr.… Read more

Kenneth J. Bell

April 6, 2023

Canandaigua- Kenneth J. Bell, age 79, passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2023, at F.F. Thompson Hospital. Friends may call Wednesday (April 12th) from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home, 2583 E. Main St., Gorham, NY. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday (April 13th) at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rushville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or Light Hill Hospice Home, 5160 Parrish St. Extension, Canandaigua, NY 14424. Ken was born June 2, 1943 to the late Walter and Ruth Bell. He… Read more

Elizabeth Peirson Freese

April 6, 2023

Elizabeth Peirson Freese, born in 1928, was the daughter of Elizabeth Gaston Holt Peirson and Nathaniel Dunn Peirson. A journalism graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Betty worked as the Women’s Page editor of the Raleigh Times in North Carolina. Years later, upon completion of her Master of Library Science Degree at Syracuse University , she worked as the librarian at the Manlius Public Library; and later, at the Marcus Whitman High School. Betty, along with her husband Howard, also enjoyed operating Lakeview Farm Bed & Breakfast for 14 years and traveling to various European countries, as well as New Zealand and Taiwan. Betty was a… Read more

David Michael Polizzi

April 3, 2023

Rushville/Canandaigua- David Michael Polizzi, age 58, passed away on April 3, 2023. David was born Feb. 21, 1965 in Newark, NY. He was the son of the late Ross Alton Polizzi and Elizabeth Mary Peters Polizzi. He graduated from Marcus Whitman Central School in 1984. David Was a beautiful soul, full of life and always ready to help anyone. David had a beautiful heart, was an incredible brother and is missed very much. With the unexpected heartbreaking loss of such a good person, I guess he is free of all the pain in his life and is with our Father in Heaven and all who loved him so unconditionally. I… Read more

Barbara A. Holtz

March 31, 2023

Rushville/Shortsville – Barbara A. Holtz, age 81, passed away at M.M. Ewing CCC, on March 31, 2023, after a brief illness. There will be a private graveside service for family. Memorial contributions may be made to Happy Tails, 2976 Co. Rd. 48, Canandaigua, NY 14424. Barbara was born Oct. 20, 1941 in Canandaigua, NY. She was the daughter of the late Vance E. Pulsipher, Jr. and Barbara Jane Brahm Pulsipher. She married Norman C. Holtz on January 7, 1961 in the Presbyterian Church in Shortsville, NY. Barbara was retired from G.W. Lisk. She also tied grapes at a family vineyard in Naples for many years. Barbara and Norman enjoyed camping.… Read more

Barbara “Jane” Pulsipher

March 28, 2023

Canandaigua- Barbara “Jane” Pulsipher, age 100, passed away at M.M. Ewing CCC, on March 28, 2023, after a brief illness. There will be a private graveside service for family. If you wish to make a donation in her memory, please donate to a charity of your choice. Jane was born on October 21, 1922, to Albert and Mabel Watkins Brahm. She graduated from Canandaigua Academy. Jane and her husband owned Vance’s Halfway House in Chapin, NY. After his death, she eventually went to work at Finger Lakes Race Track as a Pari-Mutuel Clerk and retired from there. After moving to Georgia for several years, she returned to Canandaigua to be… Read more

David “Dave” Holmes

March 28, 2023

David “Dave” Holmes, 52, of Pembroke, Kentucky, passed away on March 28, 2023. He was born March 2, 1971 in Elmira, NY, and grew up in Stanley, NY. He was a handyman who could fix anything from cars, to houses, to computers. He was artistic and loved his tattoos. Dave was a good man and a great father and there wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for his family and friends! Dave was predeceased by his grandparents, Bill and Grace Holmes of Springwater, NY; and Rupert and Irene Wager. He leaves behind his parents, Wayne and Vada Holmes of Springwater, NY; a brother, Greg (Bobbi) Holmes of Gouverneur, NY; a sister,… Read more

Frederick B. Thorpe

March 25, 2023

Gorham- Frederick B. Thorpe, age 78, passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. A private burial will be held at the Gorham Cemetery. Fred was born on May 14, 1944, a son of the late Floyd and Corabelle Summerville Thorpe. He was a graduate of Gorham Central School. Fred was employed as Vice President of the Chrisanntha Construction Corp. in Gorham, and was past chief of the Gorham Fire Department. Fred’s greatest joy was found in helping others, whether it be the countless number of people Fred encountered while employed, or the endless gifts of time and energy he provided his family. His… Read more

James T. “Jamie” McGory

March 25, 2023

Gorham/Batavia- James T. “Jamie” McGory, age 82, passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023. Friends may call on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 1-3 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A memorial Service will follow at the funeral home at 3 p.m. A reception will follow at the Gorham Fire Hall. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Gorham Fire Department, 4676 Kearney Rd., Stanley, NY 14561; to Celebrate Recovery, c/o Crosswinds, 3360 Middle Cheshire Rd., Canandaigua, NY; or to your local AA. Jamie was born on October 28, 1940 to the late Edward and Lillian (Eicke) McGory. He was a graduate of Gorham High School.… Read more

Harold A. Payne

March 18, 2023

Geneva- Harold A. Payne, age 74, passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Friends may call on Saturday (March 25) from 5-6 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A memorial service will follow at 6 p.m. A Celebration of Life will follow at the Stanley Fire Hall. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions in Harold’s name can be made to the Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre-Emption Rd., Geneva, NY 14456. Harold was born on August 8, 1948 to the late Harold W. and Ida Belle Monagle Payne. He was a graduate of Geneva High School. Harold was employed as a truck driver at Smiths Heavy Equipment in… Read more

Nicholas A. “Nick” DeMarzio

March 17, 2023

Potter-Middlesex- Nicholas A. “Nick“ DeMarzio, age 84, passed away peacefully of heart failure on Friday, March 17, 2023 at F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua New York. After taking an early retirement in 1994 from Mobil Chemical Company in Canandaigua, Nick had the opportunity to pursue his hobbies, which included hunting, fishing, camping, and golfing. Caregiver/provider/mentor to many; his family and friends could rely on him to be there in times of need, grief, and laughter. He is survived by his wife, Joan; two children, Wendy DeMarzio, and Vincent DeMarzio; four grandchildren, Tara (Len) Egan, Amber DeMarzio, Ricky (Angela) Rudy and Randy Rudy; 8 great-grandchildren, Jennifer Boyack, Skylar DeMarzio, Haili DeMarzio,… Read more

Henry P. Payne

March 13, 2023

Clifton Springs- Henry P. Payne, age 71, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, March 24, 2023, from 5-9 p.m., at the Phelps American Legion. Military Honors will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the main dining room Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, Lakes Office, 1120 South Goodman Street, Rochester, NY 14620. Henry was born on May 14, 1951 a son of the late Robert and Marjorie Bolt Payne. Henry was employed at Auto Value in Geneva. Henry was a member of the Phelps American Legion. He enjoyed watching the Buffalo Bills and NASCAR, especially Denny… Read more

R. Jeanette Bay

March 10, 2023

Macedon/Rushville – R. Jeanette Bay, aka “Grandma Net”, 94, died March 10, 2023. Friends may call Sunday (April 16th) from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Farmington Friends Meeting, 187 County Rd. #8, Farmington, NY 14425. A Celebration of Life will follow at 3 p.m. at the church. A private burial will be in Rushville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Farmington Friends Meeting. Jeanette was born, May 14, 1928, the daughter of the late Guy and Marjorie Graham. She graduated from Middlesex Valley High School and attended Buffalo State College. Jeanette earned her Associates Degree from the NY Empire State College. Jeanette was a pre-school teacher from… Read more

Nelson Edward Copp

March 7, 2023

Canandaigua- Nelson Edward Copp, “Uncle Bud”, age 55, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2023 beginning at 1 p.m. at the Lodge at Twelve, 12 Canandaigua St., Shortsville, NY. Memorial Contributions in memory of Nelson can be made to the COPD Foundation, 3300 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Miami, FL 33134. Nelson was born on May 24, 1967, a son of the late Nelson Richard and Nancy Jane Vanderwall Copp. He was a hard worker and was employed at Rochester Insulated Glass. Nelson enjoyed playing Horseshoes, fishing, NASCAR and football, especially the Bills and the Giants. He loved… Read more

Judith Elizabeth Flanagan Harter

February 19, 2023

Middlesex- Judith Elizabeth Flanagan Harter, age 101, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023. Friends may call on Saturday (Feb. 25th) from 9 – 11 a.m. at the Middlesex Baptist Church, where a funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Overackers Cemetery. Memorial Contributions in Judy’s name can be made to Middlesex Baptist Church, P.O. Box 57, Middlesex, NY 14507; Middlesex Valley Volunteer Ambulance, 817 St. Rt. 245, Middlesex, NY 14507; or to the Middlesex Heritage Group, 1216 St. Rt. 245, Middlesex, NY 14507. Judy was born on Jan. 10, 1922, to the late Thomas W. and Lucy Fires Flanagan.… Read more

Dorothy Faye York Jantzen

February 15, 2023

Geneva- Dorothy Faye York Jantzen, age 92, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Honoring Dorothy’s wishes there will be no prior calling hours or services. A private burial will take place at Sand Hill Cemetery. Memorial Contributions in Dorothy’s name can be made to Samaritan’s Purse International Relief, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607. Dorothy was born on April 11, 1930 in Stanley, NY to the late Robert V. York and Leah D. York. She was a graduate of Geneva High School. Dorothy is survived by her sons, Richard G. (Sandra B.) Jantzen of Stanley and Robert C. (Valeri B.) Jantzen of Victor; 4… Read more

Norman Charles Green

February 12, 2023

Gorham/Rushville- Norman Charles Green, age 71, passed away Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023. Friends may call on Saturday (Feb. 25th) from 1-4 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A Reception will follow at the Gorham Fire Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Gorham Fire Company, 4676 Kearney Rd., Stanley, NY 14561. Norm was born under a rock on February 14, 1951 to the late Charles H. and Teresa Smith Green. He was a graduate of Marcus Whitman Central School and the School of Hard Knocks. Norm was a lifetime member of the Gorham Fire Co. He was a tremendous history buff,… Read more

Lamar M. Weaver

February 8, 2023

Stanley- Lamar M. Weaver, age 24, of 4242 Kearney Rd., died Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 at Strong Memorial Hospital. Lamar was a resident at Faith Mission Home, where he received loving care for the last ten years He is survived by his parents, Harold W. and Esther Z. Weaver; six sisters and four brothers, RuthAnn M. Weaver, Steven M. Weaver, Jason M. Weaver, Esther Mae Weaver all of Stanley, Marietta M. married to Curvin Zimmerman of Penn Yan, Norlene M. Weaver, Anita M. Weaver, Jonathan M. Weaver, Nathaniel M. Weaver and Rosellen M. Weaver all of Stanley. Friends, family and neighbors are invited to a viewing at his parents home… Read more

Jack Leland Clarke

February 5, 2023

Our beloved father and hero, Jack Leland Clarke, age 90, of Gorham NY, passed away in Zephyrhills, Florida on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Jack was a loving and caring husband to his best friend and wife Karen Clarke of 66 years. Jack was born on August 15, 1932, son of Arthur and Ruth Clarke of Gorham NY, He Married Karen Jensen on May 18, 1957, together they had 5 beautiful daughters. Jack was an amazing loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. Jack led a full life as a Korean War Veteran, Farmer and salesman of farm equipment and lawn mowers. Jack is survived by his wife Karen Clarke; children, Susan… Read more

David Keith Vaughan

February 3, 2023

Penn Yan – David Keith Vaughan, age 77, passed away at his home, surrounded by family, on Friday, February 3, 2023. Services will be private, with burial in Voak Cemetery. David was a lifetime dairy farmer. He was a member of the Holstein Association for over 50 years. David enjoyed farming, hunting, Civil War history and spending time with his children and grandchildren. David is survived by his wife of 47 years, Susan Vaughan; seven children, Jason (Jackie) Vaughan, Steven Vaughan, Aaron (Ella Mae) Vaughan, Susie (Michael) Woodward, Valerie (Ben) Fogarty, Kenn (Rebecca) Vaughan and Paul (Rachel) Vaughan; 29 Grandchildren; siblings, Linda (Ronnie) Pettenger, Leonard (Becky) Vaughan,… Read more

Rodney B. Mikkelsen

February 2, 2023

Penn Yan / Geneva – Rodney B. Mikkelsen, age 81, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. Honoring his wishes, there will be no prior calling hours. A private burial will be in Bellona Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Benton Fire Dept., 932 Rte. 14A, Penn Yan, NY 14527; or to the Humane Society of Yates County, P.O. Box 12, Penn Yan, NY 14527. Rodney was the son of the late Harry F. Mikkelsen and Elsie Jorgensen Mikkelsen. He was a 1960 graduate of Gorham High School. Rodney was a well-known, lifelong farmer in the Ferguson Corners area. He owned and operated GroMark Farms. … Read more

Matthew Michael Beasley

January 30, 2023

Canandaigua- Matthew Michael Beasley, age 37, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. A private service will be held at a later date. Matthew was born on February 13, 1985 in Rochester, NY. Matthew worked as a roofer for Proctor Enterprises. He enjoyed fishing and loved spending time with family, he had a huge heart. Matthew had a great sense of humor. Matthew is survived by his father, Edward (Nanette) Beasley; mother, Robin (John) Healy; siblings, Jennifer Stevens, Sara (Skylor) Saxton, Nathan (Stevie) Beasley, Heather (Korbyn) Beasley, Amy (Michael) Sharp, Jennifer (Greg) Hulburt, Carl Healy, David (Kari) Gray, Clifford (Tara) Gray, Carrie (Joe) Christensen and Matthew (Alisa) Gray; his dog,… Read more

Roger Allen Boyd

January 28, 2023

Penn Yan- Roger Allen Boyd, age 70, died Saturday, January 28, 2023. Services will be announced at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to Keuka Comfort Care Home, P.O. Box 107, Penn Yan, NY 14527. Born in Poughkeepsie, NY, Roger was a 1970 graduate of Highland High School. He attended Dutchess Community College. Roger was retired from IBM. On May 11, 1991, Roger and Susan were married in S. Carolina. They moved to Penn Yan 11 years ago from Chapel Hill, N. Carolina. Roger enjoyed golf and sports, and was a NY Yankees fan. Roger is survived by his wife, Susan; two grandsons,… Read more