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William Dennis "Denny" Owen

2/23/2021

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William Dennis “Denny” Owen, 94, of Skaneateles, NY, a prominent businessman, benefactor, and tireless advocate for Catholic Charities and his alma maters, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, with his three cherished daughters by his side. 
Denny, the second of three children, was born in 1926 in Utica, NY to Margaret S. Byrne and William S. Owen.  His parents, modest and hard-working immigrants from Ireland and Wales, instilled in their children a strong sense of family, hard work, self-confidence and humility, both by example, and through their many wise lessons and Irish sayings. 
In the 1930s, following a family move to the Westvale suburb of Syracuse, young Denny learned about generosity when his grade school principal gave him a pair of sneakers that his family could not afford, which helped Denny get started on the basketball court.  In 1941, he entered high school on a scholarship to Christian Brothers Academy (CBA), where he lettered in football and excelled in basketball.  Among his most memorable basketball accomplishments were being named MVP of the Catholic High School State Championship Tournament in 1944, and being selected to the Syracuse All-City, 1st Team in 1944 and 1945 by both the Herald-American and Post-Standard newspapers.  For years, he reminded friends and family with a smile "Two Years, All-City, Both Papers."  In 2002, Denny was inducted into the CBA LaSallian Sports Hall of Fame. 
In February 1945, Denny was called to serve in the U.S. Naval Air Corp., serving as a Seaman Second Class.  Following his military service, Dennis attended Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and graduated in 1951 from its School of Foreign Service.
Shortly after graduating, Dennis returned to Syracuse and joined his father at the W.S. Owen Company, a manufacturer's sales representative firm.  A natural in sales, Dennis often reminded his children and grandchildren to "always ask for the order". 
In September 1954, he married the love of his life, Eleanor Teresa Sullivan of Binghamton, NY.  They built their first home and established their family of eight children in Westvale, encircled by the homes of Dennis's parents, brother and sister.  In 1967, Dennis and Eleanor purchased Roosevelt Hall, and moved their young family to Skaneateles.  In 1974, they donated the historic home to the Christian Brothers, in recognition of the significant impact the school had on Dennis's education and personal development. 
Dennis was a communicant of St. Mary's of the Lake Church for over half a century.  He was also a member of the Skaneateles Country Club, and very well known in the local community for his generosity, friendliness, and as Master of Ceremonies at the annual Skaneateles Turkey Trot. 
Grounded by his humble beginnings, Dennis devoted his adult life to actively supporting numerous charities, including working with an early mentor, Monsignor Charles Brady, at the Bishop Foery Foundation, addressing the needs of inner-city poverty.  Dennis later helped to establish the Oxford Street Inn, a shelter for homeless men.  For 40 years, he served on the Board of Catholic Charities, and received their President’s Medallion. 
Dennis was a life-long advocate for Christian Brothers Academy, where he served as a trustee, avid fundraiser, chairman of the board, and trusted advisor.  He personally endowed a perpetual gift to fund scholarships for underprivileged students; so far over 70 students have received the four-year scholarship.  For his unending support and service, in 1983 Dennis was awarded a Diploma of Affiliation with the Christian Brothers international organization, an honor bestowed on only five laypersons in more than a century. 
Dennis loved and supported his alma mater, Georgetown University, at the local and national levels of alumni leadership for more than 50 years, serving as president of the Georgetown Alumni Club of Syracuse, president of the Alumni Association, and a member of the Board of Directors, Board of Governors, and Board of Regents.  In 1983, Georgetown awarded Dennis the John Carroll Award for his distinguished service.
He was inducted into the Order of Malta in 1989, a founding member of its Central NY Chapter, and helped establish the Malta House for elderly residents in Mattydale. 
 
Dennis was predeceased by his parents; his sister Maureen and husband Don Louer; brother Joseph R. Owen, USMC Ret. and wife Dorothy Litz; and his beloved wife Eleanor Teresa Sullivan Owen, who died much too young in June 1982. 
 
Dennis's crowning achievement was the family he and Eleanor raised, including his eight children:  Brian (Krys) of Manchester, MA; Marty (Jan) of Toronto, Canada; Denny Jr. of Washington, DC; Joe (Alaine) of Clarence, NY; Molly (Paul) Adams of Cohasset, MA; Eileen (Michael) Nelson of Riverside, CT; Brendan (Delphine) of McLean, VA; and Teresa (Wade) Dyke of Coral Gables, FL; his 21 beloved grandchildren, three  great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews who considered him a role model and mentor. 
 
Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 14th at 10am mass at St. Mary's of the Lake Church, Skaneateles, immediately following a reception will be at the Parish Center. All friends and family are invited. 
 
Memories of Dennis are welcome at www.robertdgrayfuneralhome.com. 
 
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Dennis's name to Catholic Charities of Onondaga, or The Skaneateles Ecumenical Food Pantry, as follows:
 
Catholic Charities of Onondaga County - Fund Development
Gift to Neighborhood Centers and Youth Programs
1654 West Onondaga Street
Syracuse, NY 13204
315-362-7527
Donations can also be made online: ccoc.us/giving/give-now
 
Skaneateles Ecumenical Food Pantry (located at 819 W. Genesee Street Rd.)
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 901
Skaneateles, NY - 13152
315-685-0427

 
 
 

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Elizabeth Scott "Betsy" Boudreau

2/15/2021

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Elizabeth Scott “Betsy” Boudreau, 72, died on February 15th, 2021, in Auburn, NY, after a brief illness.
Betsy was born on July 11, 1948, in Aurora, IL, the first child of Dr. Robert and Elizabeth (Davis) Boudreau, long-time residents of Skaneateles, NY.  She spent her childhood in Philadelphia, PA, London, UK, Towson, MD, and DeWitt, NY. She graduated from Jamesville-Dewitt High School in 1966 and Marymount Manhattan College in 1971. She received a Master’s degree in Art History from Villa Schifonia in Florence, Italy.  She worked in the art and antiques business in New York City, including employment with Hanns Weinberg at the Antique Porcelain Company of New York, Inc. and Philip Colleck at Philip Colleck Ltd. For many years, she assisted Hyde Park Antiques at the Winter Antique Show at the Park Avenue Armory. She specialized in 18th century French and English furniture and Continental porcelain. She enjoyed sharing her knowledge of art and antiques through programs and lectures at Parson’s School of Design, Syracuse University, and local events. After returning to central New York, she embraced the community of Auburn. She worked for many years in the Home Décor department at Lowes, served as a substitute teacher, volunteered at the Calvary Food Pantry, where she helped edit the Heroes for Hunger newspaper column, and served on the Board of Trustees of the Cayuga Museum of History and Art. She made many close friends in the Lincoln Street neighborhood, at Lowes, and at the food pantry. Her family, friends, and co-workers remember her as cheerful, enthusiastic, tireless, resourceful, knowledgeable, generous, warm-hearted—and somewhat cluttered in her organizational style.
Betsy is survived by four brothers and a sister, Robert, Edward, Thomas, Kathleen, and Michael, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, MArch 12th at 11 am at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. Burial at a later date. Here is a Link for service: Elizabeth Boudreau Live Stream Link: https://youtu.be/HN0hQqGfhps


 Donations may be made to the Calvary Food Pantry in Auburn, NY, https://calvaryfoodpantry.com. 




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William F. Hasenjager

2/14/2021

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William F. Hasenjager, 84, of Moravia NY passed away Sunday February 14, 2021 with his family at his side.
He was born on Lynn St in Ithaca NY, the son of Bob and Gwen Hasenjager. Bill worked for NYS as a Game Warden He retired in 1991 after 35 years of service to the state. He and Marylou raised their family in Skaneateles Falls and moved to Owasco Lake in Moravia in 1984 where he finished his career in Cayuga County. He loved to hunt and fish especially with Kevin Schafer, Sydney and Louie to whom he imparted his knowledge and was delighted when they got their first fish and game. If you’re on the lake on a calm misty morning and see the Old Man pulling wire give him a nod and ask him how the fishing is.  
Bill is survived by sons William, Jr. (Mary-Kay) and Robert, his grandchildren Sydney and Louie, his brother Jack (Scott) of Cincinnatus NY, his sister Marcia (Jack) of Fayetteville Tenn., six nieces and a nephew. He was predeceased by his wife Marylou in 2014.
There will be no services at this time.
Any contributions can be made to: Hospice of CNY and the Finger Lakes 990 7th North Street Liverpool, NY 13088 or King Ferry Food Pantry 2384 State Route 34B Aurora NY 13026 or of one’s choice.


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Marie "Penny" Malone

2/13/2021

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Marie “Penny” Malone, age 96, of Skaneateles passed away on February 13, 2021 at Syracuse Home@McHarrie Place.  Penny was preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Robert Malone, and by her sister Eileen Perley. Penny is survived by her brother Bernard Gerard (Ellen) of Bluepoint, NY; her daughter Karen Patulski (Walter) of Wilmington NC, son Kenneth Malone of Rancho Mirage, CA; five grandchildren:  Susan Alter (David) of Ellicott City, MD; Kathleen Gere (Christopher) of Onondaga Hill, NY; Thomas Worth of Springfield TN; Kelly Hernandez (Alex) of Las Vegas NV; Kraig Malone of Huntington Beach, CA; and five great-grandchildren.  Penny enjoyed travel, golf, bridge and gardening.  The family would like to thank the caregivers and staff at Syracuse Home.  A graveside service will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery at a later date. 
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.



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Jackson P. Edwards

2/7/2021

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Jackson Patrick Edwards of Auburn, New York passed away unexpectedly at Auburn Community Hospital at 23 days old. During his brief stay on earth, he enjoyed his father’s singing, cuddles with mommy and being loved on by his brothers and sisters. He is survived by his parents, Herbert W. Edwards IV and Kaitlyn M. Schilling-Williams. His siblings Emilia, Rhylin, Charlotte, and Oliver. Maternal Grandparents, Mark A. Williams, and Elena M. Castellini. Paternal Grandparents Herbert W. Edwards III and Cindy A. Edwards. Maternal Great Grandparents William C. Schilling and Linda Schilling. As well as several Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 12th from 10-12 noon with a private service to follow at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. Private burial in Lake View Cemetery.


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Theresa Fish

2/6/2021

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Theresa Fish passed peacefully on Saturday, February 6th after a brief stay at The Commons Rehabilitation Center in Auburn, NY where she was treated with compassion and love.  Theresa was an adoring and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was born in Syracuse on December 28, 1929 to Walter and Mary Kolodziejczyk.  Her life’s greatest joy was her family.  She enjoyed birdwatching, gardening, country drives, “going out for a bite to eat” and especially sunny days with blues skies and white puffy clouds.  Theresa was known to be a very thoughtful, kind and loving individual who could make others feel they were special.  Predeceased by her husband Donald of 61 years in January of 2013, she is survived by her son Michael (Marilyn), daughters Deb Williams (Sharon Lyke) and Mary Phillips.  Also surviving are grandsons Michael and Eric Phillips and her siblings Helen Kolodziejczyk (Carol), Joni Kolodziejczyk (Lynn), Frank Kolodziejczyk (Margot) and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, February 13th from 3 to 5pm at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. A private service for immediate family will follow. Masks are required and limited entrance into the build at one time.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made to the Laker Transportation Project, PO Box 644, Skaneateles, NY.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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