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Douglas Pinckney

11/28/2020

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    Douglas Pinckney, 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 28th at his home in Skaneateles, N.Y. He was born in Auburn, N.Y. on October 16, 1938 to the late Wesley and Dorothy Pinckney.
     Doug grew up in Auburn and was an excellent athlete, lettering in four sports at Union Springs High School and “Mercury-footed Doug Pinckney” was inducted into the Union Springs Athletic Hall of Fame in 2018. He served in the National Guard then started a career in radio with WMBO – becoming the voice of the Auburn Yankees.  
     Upon moving to Skaneateles in 1963, Doug started a successful sales company gaining lifelong friendships along the way.
     Doug was passionate about golf and his accomplishments on the course include winning numerous championships, playing in 49 Father-Son tournaments in a row, and scoring three holes-in-one. He also loved trap shooting and won a NYS Open Championship in the sport.
     Doug’s laughter was infectious, filling a room and letting everyone know the party was on. He cherished his family and friends. He was a remarkable father, brother and devoted grandfather—and the Best Man at all three of his sons’ weddings.
     He was a member of Skaneateles Country Club for over 50 years, and also belonged to The American Legion and numerous Rod and Gun clubs throughout the region.
 Doug is survived by his three children: Doug Jr (Georgina) and Chris (Cathy) of Skaneateles, and Mike (Jessica) of Charlotte, N.C.; grandchildren: Doug III, Madison, Noelle, Charlie, Will, Kaeden, and Ryland; and his sisters Jeanne Pinckney of Auburn and Linda Ireland of Tucson, AZ; and former wife Kathie Dyson (John) of Skaneateles. In addition to his parents, Doug was predeceased by his brother Robert.
     The family wishes to thank Jason Slottje for his great friendship and support, and Pam Sisson, Carrie, Pat. Shawnee and Brittany for their outstanding care.
     A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. In support of his grandchildren, contributions can be made to the Make a Wish Foundation Central New York and the Global Lyme Alliance.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

 
 

 

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Isabelle "Sue" O'Hara

11/16/2020

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   Isabelle “Sue” O’Hara of Sun City, AZ passed peacefully on November 16, 2020 at the age of 97, surrounded by her four sons. Sue is predeceased by her husband John “Jack” O’Hara, to whom she was married for 63 years. The couple moved to Sun City, AZ in 1994 from Elbridge, NY, where they lived for 31 years in the house Jack built on Sunview Drive.
   Sue was born in Waverly, NY to the late Domenic and Mary Constantine Alamo and was the youngest of ten siblings. She was predeceased by brothers Frank, John, Domenic Jr. and Anthony, and her sisters, Anne Garfield, Pauline Bean, Lena Alamo, Mary Keenan and Elizabeth “Tina” Alamo. She graduated from Waverly High School and worked several jobs until having her children.
   Sue is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: John and Kathy of Farmingdale, NJ, Michael and Betsy of Peoria, AZ, Joseph and Kelly of Skaneateles, NY, and Thomas and Lara of Glendale, AZ; and loving nephew Kevin Keenan of Houston, TX. She had many nephews, nieces, cousins, friends, and neighbors who were very special to her. She was a proud grandmother to her 7 grandchildren Ryan (Meghan), Katie, Erin (Alan Carroll), Jennifer (Jack Bullard), Mikey (Nikki), Lindsey (Stephen Babbles) and Amelia (Corey Knighton). She also had several great-grandchildren: Isabelle, Jack, Oliver, Owen, Brady, Molly, Isla, William, and Rory.
   Susie loved being surrounded by her family and friends and treated everyone special. She was adored by so many for her kindness, generosity, compassion, and strength. Everyone gravitated to Susie and Jack’s homes in both NY and AZ, where they were welcomed with open arms and of course, a pot of meatballs.
   Sue and Jack were devout Catholics and longtime parishioners of St. James Church in Waverly, NY, St. Patrick's Church in Jordan, NY, and St. Elizabeth Seton in Sun City, AZ.
   Calling hours will be held on Thursday, September 2nd from 4 to 7pm at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. A memorial service will be on Friday, September 3rd at 10am at St. Mary's of the Lake Church.
   In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Elbridge Library, 241 E. Main Street, Elbridge, NY 13060; and in honor of her husband, Jack, to Alzheimer’s Association, Desert Southwest Chapter, 340 E. Palm Lane, Suite 230, Phoenix, AZ 85006.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

 
 

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George Franklin Ahrens Jr.

11/15/2020

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George Franklin Ahrens Jr. passed into rest on November 15 after several months of declining health at the age of 85.  George was born in Buffalo, NY and married the love of his life, Janice Marie, in 1955.  At times he worked 3 jobs to support his young family. George loved his country and was a proud member of the Air Force National Guard earning the rank of SSGT during his service.  He was honorably discharged in 1960.  His work ethic and a desire for a better life led him to Syracuse to manage a Graphics Arts Supply office in 1974.  The couple spent many wonderful years living on the lake in Skaneateles and later years in Marcellus.
George was a beloved father, grandfather and friend known for his keen sense of humor, love of golf, and a good game of pitch and ever present red socks.
    He enjoyed sharing the lake life with family and friends as well as his adored family dogs (all of which had the middle name Marie after Janice - regardless of gender).  George loved travel experiences with his family, especially his grandson Alex.
George is predeceased by his wife Janice Marie Hugan Ahrens 9/2020.  Survived by daughters, Deborah Halloran (Mark); Pamela Gross; and grandson Alexander Gross (Colleen Dorgan). Sister Linda Pietrzak, sister in law Marilyn Norman and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be private. George will be laid to rest along with his wife at a later date in Acacia Park Cemetery in North Tonawanda.  Contributions can be made to the Shriners Burn Hospital as he was a life member of Ismailia Shriners in Buffalo, NY, or the ASPCA.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.



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William "Bill" Francis Lynn

11/11/2020

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 William “Bill” Francis Lynn, 86, passed on from this earth on November 11, 2020.  He lived a long and wonderful life.  He and his wife, Anne (Dooher), shared a lifetime of memories, and most recently, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on December 26, 2019, with family and close friends.  He and Anne raised six children, who in turn gave them 21 grandchildren.  His family adored him, and he them. He was a good listener and confidant, sparing with advice, but when he gave it, shared gems of wisdom.  He had a wonderful sense of humor, and keen intellect.  He was larger than life to all who knew and loved him.
            Bill was the proud son of Irish immigrants, Catherine and William Lynn. He grew up in the Tipperary Hill neighborhood in Syracuse, where he graduated from St. Patrick’s High School in 1952. A competitive athlete, he was a Parochial League All-Star for his prowess on the basketball court.  He went on to receive his bachelor’s degree from the College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts (1957), and law degree from Syracuse University School of Law (1960).  More than these academic achievements, Bill was a lifelong learner, who inspired his children and grandchildren to keep learning, reading, and expanding the mind. He even inspired later in life avocations, as he and his wife became successful racehorse owners and breeders.  He loved the horses, and always acknowledged the efforts of the hands-on crew who cared for them in New York, Kentucky and Florida.
            Bill practiced law in Syracuse for over 60 years, starting under the tutelage of the late Paul R. Shanahan, who at the time was one of the finest criminal defense attorneys in New York State.  When Paul died in 1988, Bill was joined in his law practice by his daughter, Patricia A. Lynn-Ford.  By that point, he had been recognized by his peers as one of the best civil and criminal trial attorneys in the country, with his induction in 1981, into the American College of Trial Lawyers, a national organization of trial lawyers representing the highest standards of excellence and ethics. Bill grew the firm to what it is today, a small partnership, including his son, Martin, of highly accomplished trial attorneys, Lynn Law Firm, LLP. He will be remembered not just for his achievements, and reputation, but also as a lawyer’s lawyer—one from whom lawyers sought advice and counsel.
      To his grandchildren, Bill was known as “Big Guy”, and that he was in so many ways.  His steadfast life and commitment to core values of faith, family and work, have been the guidepost for his family. 
      A Celebration of Bill’s Life and Funeral Mass will be celebrated at private services at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church in Skaneateles.  The Mass will be livestreamed Saturday, November 14th at 10 am ET at www.ustream.tv/channel/visual-technologies. 
      Bill is survived by his wife, Anne, daughters Patricia Lynn-Ford (Steven Ford), and Theresa Lynn (Alan Sahatjian), and sons, William, Thomas (Leslie), Timothy (Cynthia) and Martin (Tara), and grandchildren Daniel Ford (Olivia), Eileen Ford, Emma Ford, Abigail Lynn, Katherine Lynn, Aubreah Lynn, Fallon Lynn, Andrew Sahatjian William Sahatjian, Steven Sahatjian, Joseph Lynn, Sarah Lynn, John Lynn, Mary Grace Lynn, Casey Lynn, Anne Lynn, Luke Lynn, Dawson Lynn, William Lynn, Jane Lynn, George Lynn.  He is also survived by his sister, Dr. Mary Lynn Collins, and many nieces and nephews, friends and relations.  He was predeceased by his brother, John “Jack” P. Lynn.
      Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Catherine and William Lynn Memorial Scholarship Fund at Le Moyne College, Le Moyne College Office of Advancement, PO Box 527, 1419 Salt Springs Road, Syracuse, NY 13214, www.lemoyne.edu/give (identify gift as for Lynn Family Scholarship) or the Skaneateles Volunteer Fire Department, 77 West Genesee Street, Skaneateles, NY 13152, www.supportsvfd.com.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.
 
 


 
 


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Keith Davis

11/4/2020

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Keith Davis, 36, passed away on November 4th. A graduate of Skaneateles High School and Auburn Community College, Keith was a resident of Skaneateles.
In high school, Keith played football and loved watching Syracuse Basketball with his family. Keith loved movies, music and being with his family and his two cats, Millie and Stuffer.     
    Keith loved his family and his pets very, very much. Keith was handsome and good — he had a kind, loving soul and a big heart. Keith was sincere, gentle and generous — he'd give you the shirt off his back, he'd offer it to you even if you didn't ask for it. Keith was selfless. There was no one like Keith.
     Keith loved Jesus, and knew that Jesus was his Lord and Savior.
Keith is survived by his heartbroken and loving family: his father, John Davis of Cazenovia, NY; his mother, Susan Turner Pietromonica of Skaneateles, NY; his brother, Tom Davis of Camillus, NY; and his sisters, Kim Davis Persse of Brooklyn, NY, and Ashley Davis of Telluride, CO.
    Keith's family loved him so very, very much, and will miss him more than words can express. We love you so, so much, Keith.
    A funeral mass will be held on Monday, November 9th at 10am at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church, Skaneateles. Due to Covid, there will be limited entry in the church and masks are required at all times. Private burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Keith's name to Wayward Paws. Wayward Paws, Inc. 9048 Delphi Falls Rd. New Woodstock, NY 13122.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.


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