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Marshall S. Skiff

9/28/2018

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Marshall S. Skiff, of Skaneateles, was born October 25, 1924 in Syracuse, passed away at home September 28, 2018.
He was co-owner of Beak & Skiff Apple Farms; original member of The Western New York Apple Growers Association; Board Member of Woodlawn Cemetery World War II veteran, serving in the South Pacific with The 38th Infantry Division and was assigned to the Philippine Scouts. Former member of Bellevue Country Club and Skaneateles Country Club.  Member of Skaneateles American Legion Post 239 and Skaneateles Ski Club.
Along with his wife Joan, Marshall was a downhill ski racer competing in local, Eastern, National and International events for over 40 years. He loved growing things, especially apples and was very proud of his gardens.
Marshall was predeceased by “The Love of His Life and guiding star, Joan” and daughter, Roberta Skiff Pittard; a sister Elaine Maurer. He is survived by four daughters Marilynn Skiff (David Soderberg), Patricia Curtis (Scott), Deborah Brennan (Edward), and Sandra Skiff (Doug Adams); 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, October 4th from 3 to 7pm at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. Funeral service will be on Friday October, 5th at 10am at the First Presbyterian Church, Skaneateles. Marshall will be buried in Lakeview cemetery.
Contributions can be made to Skaneateles American Legion Post 239 or Skaneateles First Presbyterian Church.
To send condolences visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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Katherine R. Truswell

9/25/2018

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 Katherine R. Truswell, 98, passed away peacefullly at Northwood’s Nursing Center in Moravia.  She was from Skaneateles and formely from Ponce Intlet, FL.  Katherine ran Truswell Marine with her husband, Roy.  Her family was her biggest joy and she loved children and clowning.
Katherine is predeceased by her husband, Roy D. and brother, James Rhodes.  She is survived by her sons, Roy (Jacquelyn) of Skan, Robert (Jeannine) of Greeley, CO; sister, Mary Ellen McConnell of Hilton Head, SC; granddaugthers, Mary Kay (Adam) Kehoe and Penny (Bill) Wells, both of Moravia; grandson, Michael Truswell of CO, 3 great grandsons, Thomas, Michael and Joshua Swan, 1 great great grandson, Dean; step granddaughters, Nicole and Sara, and many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Northwoods Nursing & Rehab and St. Andrews United Methodist Church for their care and support.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 2pm at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church.  Burial will follow in Shepard Settlement Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to St. Andrew’s Church; 4264 Jordan Road, Mottville, NY 13119
To send condolences visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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Kenneth C. Badman

9/10/2018

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 Kenneth C. Badman, 88, of New Hope, NY, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully into the arms of his Savior on Monday, September 10, 2018 at Auburn Community Hospital.  He was born in the Town of Niles, NY on December 31, 1929, the only son of the late Leslie and Hazel Masden Badman.
 Kenneth was a life-long farmer. Work was not a chore for him, but rather a gift of life and enjoyment. He was a member of New Hope Methodist Church and later a member of Second Baptist Church in Auburn, serving as Deacon. He was a 1946 graduate of Moravia Central School, a member of Gideon’s International, the New Hope Fire Department, New York Farm Bureau, and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cayuga County.  
 Kenneth was predeceased in 2006 by his wife, Janet. They shared 53 wonderful years together running the farm, raising their children, being neighborly.  He was also, predeceased by two sons, Richard and John, grandson Brent, great grandsons Benjamin, Braidyn and Jacob Badman, and great granddaughter Mckenzie White.
 Kenneth is survived by his sister Ruth Dann, sons Allan (Deborah) Badman and David (Sheila) Badman of New Hope, Thomas (Sandra) Badman of Sempronius, and daughter Joyce (Andrew) White of Auburn, 18 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
 Calling hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Second Baptist Church, 1 N.  Herman Avenue, Auburn, NY.    Services will be held at 12:00 noon following calling hours.  At the conclusion of services Kenneth will be escorted to his home town to be laid to rest by his wife’s side at New Hope Cemetery, New Hope, NY.  
 Contributions may be made to New Hope Fire Department or a charity of your choice.

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Thomas James Fraher

9/9/2018

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Thomas James Fraher born December 15, 1922 died on September 9, 2018 at 95 years of age.  Tom was a lifetime resident of Montezuma, New York.  A graduate of Port Byron Central School, he went on to serve in the Pacific as a Staff Sergeant in the Army Air Signal Corps, during World War II. Following the war, he married his wife Sara and together they lovingly raised eight children. He worked at ALCO/Bombardier in Auburn, New York. A longtime advocate of education Tom served as both a member, and President, of the Port Byron School Board for thirteen years. He was a wonderful singer and sang in church choirs both in Auburn and Cape Coral, Florida.
Tom was preceded in death by his wife Sara Wood Fraher and daughter Mary Davida Starr, parents Michael and Mary, and siblings, Anna, John, Michael, Daniel, Kathleen, Richard, Francis and Robert.
He is survived by his children, Michael (Susan) Fraher, Thomas (Margaret) Fraher, Kathleen Sikorra, Sara (Alan) Pribyl, F. Patrick (Carol) Fraher, Brigid (Grant) Schultz, and Margaret Fraher. He was “Grandpa” to 26 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild. 
Calling hours will be held Friday, September 14, at Robert D.Gray Funeral Home, 49 Jordan St., Skaneateles from 4:00 to 7:00 PM.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday September 15, at 10:00 A.M.at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Weedsport, New York. 
Memorials may be sent to St. Joseph’s Parish, Weedsport, or the American Diabetes Association.



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Fred Dobrosky

9/9/2018

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Fred Dobrosky of East Lake Road, Skaneateles, died peacefully at home on Sunday, September 9th. He was 98 years old.  Originally from Nutley, NJ, Fred's family came to Skaneateles when he was 9 years old.  Farming became his life. As a young man he worked for Camillus Cutlery.  He married Madelyn Kenny on April 23, 1949.  Both continued to serve their community.  Fred was honored for serving over 50 years with the Skaneateles Fire Co.  Both were instrumental in starting S.AV.E.S.  He drove the school bus for Skaneateles School District for many years. In his spare time, Fred loved playing cards, bingo, bowling, and never turned down a trip to the casino.  His sense of humor followed him everywhere and he never hesitated to lend a helping hand; putting others before himself.
There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 13th at 10am in Lake View Cemetery, Skaneateles. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate in Fred's honor to The Skaneateles Fire Department or to S.A.V.E.S, 77 Fennell Street, Skaneateles, NY 13152.
To send condolences visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com. 

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