Obituaries
Robert Allan Petersen, Sr.
Feb 12, 2025
Robert Allan Petersen Sr.Age 70, of Penn Yan, passed away February 12, 2025 at home.
Family and friends are invited to Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St., Penn Yan, on Friday (Feb. 21st) from 5pm-6pm; followed by a memorial service at 6:00pm.
He was born in Penn Yan, the son of the late Robert C. and Ethelyn (Daines) Petersen. He was...
Elizabeth Switzer
Feb 10, 2025
Anna Elizabeth Larsen Switzer95, of Milo Center, Penn Yan, NY, wife of the late V. Clark Switzer, passed away at her daughter’s home in Umatilla, Florida on February 10, 2025. Liz was born May 1, 1929, in Milo Center to William R. Larsen LaBelle and Frances M. Seager Larsen Daines Wetmore. She was a lifelong resident of the Milo Center...
William F. Allerton
Feb 9, 2025
William F. Allerton
Age 98, formerly of Penn Yan, passed away on February 9, 2025 at the M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center.
A funeral service will be held on Friday (Feb. 14) at 1:00 pm at the Penn Yan United Methodist Church, 155 Main Street, Penn Yan. A reception will be held following the service at the Penn Yan United Methodist Memorial...
Jean Lela LeGro
Feb 2, 2025
Jean LeGro Age 83, passed away February 2, 2025. Jean was born on Feb. 3, 1941, in Penn Yan and celebrated her birthday in heaven with her parents, Carmen and Eleanor LeGro, and her twin sister, Jane Smith.
A Celebration of Life will be held Monday (June 30th) at 2:00pm at the Benton Fire Department, 932 NY-14A, Penn Yan, where family and...
Elizabeth Ann Conger
Jan 28, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Conger
Age 54, of Prattsburg, passed away January 28, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Born in Canandaigua, NY, Liz was the beloved daughter of Shelby and Ann Marie Brown. Known for her laughter and strong spirit, she dedicated many years of her life to serving others at McDonald's in Canandaigua.
A memorial service to honor and celebrate Liz's life will be...
Bill Reed
Jan 22, 2025
William Harold Reed
Age 70, of Penn Yan, passed away from COPD on January 22, 2025 with his kids and wife by his side. Bill started his working life with Edward Davie Farms, before dedicating 38 years to NYSEG as an Equipment Operator. His greatest pride and joy in life were his children, whom he loved dearly.
Bill is survived by his...
Frank (Francis) R. Morris
Jan 12, 2025
Frank R. Morris
Age 72, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
The family will receive friends at the Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St. Penn Yan on Saturday (Jan. 18th) from 4pm-6pm; followed by a funeral service at 6pm. A reception will be announced.
Frank was born January 7, 1953, the son of Leadley and Catherine...
Kimiyo Sera Healy
Jan 10, 2025
Kimiyo Sera Healy, Age 95, of Decatur, TN, passed away on January 10, 2025, at home with her family by her side.
At the family’s request, there will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the “Col. & Mrs. Michael J. Healy We Honor Veterans Fund” in care of University of Rochester Medicine Home Care,...
Sally Button Ribble
Jan 5, 2025
Sally Button Ribble
A cherished individual known for her kind, caring, loving, energetic, determined and strong personality, passed away at her home in Branchport on January 5, 2025 at the age of 83.
Sally enjoyed Bible Study, worship, baking, knitting, crafts, and time with family. Sally lived her life as a faithful servant of Jesus Christ. Her “radiant” smile and “energetic, enthusiastic...
Nancy Anderson
Jan 5, 2025
Nancy Marie (Nelson) Anderson
Age 70, of Penn Yan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 5, 2025.
Born March 24, 1954, she was raised in Jamestown, New York before moving permanently to Penn Yan. She spent her life as a devoted nurse, mother, wife, grandmother and friend. She was known for her great sense of humor, compassion for people, and...
Mary Burris
Dec 25, 2024
Mary Parkes Burris
Age 97, of Penn Yan, New York, passed away on December 25, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida.
A wake in Mary’s honor will be held on Sunday, January 12, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main Street, Penn Yan. A requiem mass will follow on Monday, January 13, at 12:00 noon at St. Michael’s...
Shawn Patrick McNamara
Dec 18, 2024
Shawn P. McNamara
Age 57, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away December 18, 2024. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held Friday (Dec. 27th) at 1:00pm at the Dresden United Methodist Church, 60 Cornelia Street, in Dresden. Everyone is invited to a reception at the church, following the funeral service.
He is survived by his mother, Nancy McNamara. He was...
Roger A. Doty Sr.
Dec 17, 2024
Roger A Doty, Sr.
Age 76, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away December 17, 2024.
In honor of Roger's service and life, he will be laid to rest at Bath National Cemetery with military honors on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11:00am. Please arrive at 10:45am.
He was born in Bath, NY on August 8, 1948, the son of Edward and Onalee (Drumm)...
Ann Marie Mayes
Dec 15, 2024
Ann Marie Mayes, 97 of Dundee met her Lord and Savior on December 15, 2024. She was born on October 6, 1927, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania to Anthony John and Pearl Henrietta Brand. Ann Marie lived a life full of love and devotion.
She is survived by her daughters, Joanne Donnells and Margaret Thoma (Cliff) of Dundee, and her son, Daniel Mayes...
John A. Alexander
Nov 27, 2024
John A. Alexander
Age 95, of Bellona Station Road, Penn Yan, passed away November 27, 2024.
The family will receive friends at the Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St., Penn Yan on Friday (Dec. 6th) from 12pm-2pm; followed by a memorial service at 2pm. A committal service with military honors will be held at Bellona Cemetery at 3pm.
John was born at...
Chris Lynn Updike
Nov 26, 2024
Chris Lynn Updike
Age 59, of Dundee, NY, passed away peacefully at home on November 26, 2024.
Chris was born in Penn Yan on March 4, 1965, the daughter of Clayton and the late Margaret (McCloud) Hannan. She is survived by her son Eric Updike of Penn Yan; father Clayton Hannan; brother Mark Hannan; and family friend, Joe Diaz. Also, grandson Eric,...
Eugene Hall
Nov 26, 2024
Eugene A. Hall
Age 86, of Second Milo Rd., Penn Yan, NY passed away peacefully on November 26, 2024..
He was predeceased by his beloved wife Carol Hall in 2021.
He is survived by his son Michael (Karen) Hall; and his much-adored grandsons, Kellen and Brendan. He is also survived by his sister, Doris Sutton, and several nieces and nephews.
Eugene was born in Penn...
Barbara J. Hurlburt
Nov 24, 2024
Barbara J. Hurlburt
Age 80, of Penn Yan, passed away November 24, 2024 at Keuka Comfort Care in Penn Yan.
Barbara was born on July 1, 1944, the daughter of Amos and Katherine (Button) Ribble. She dedicated her career to nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Penn Yan, where she served her community until...
Wade A. Hammond
Nov 10, 2024
Wade A. Hammond
Age 70, of Penn Yan, passed away suddenly on November 10, 2024.
Wade was born in Penn Yan NY on January 6, 1954, the son of Amos and Laura Hammond. He graduated from Penn Yan Academy, Class of 1972. At different points of his life he loved to snowmobile; hunt; ice fish; go 4-wheeling and camping at his old...
Charles "Chas" E. Christensen
Nov 7, 2024
Charles “Chas” Eugene Christensen
Age 89, of Penn Yan, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 7, 2024. Charles was born March 27, 1935. He was the son of the late George Hiram and Viola (Kjar) Christensen.
Charles was a 1952 graduate of Penn Yan Academy. He was a lifelong farmer and spent 50 years in the...
