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William F. Hasenjager

2/14/2021

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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Lawrence J. "Larry" VanHoltz

1/18/2021

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Lawrence J. VanHoltz of Elbridge NY passed away at home, after a difficult battle with cancer on 1.18.21. He was born to parents Florence and Hurley VanHoltz on 11.16.52 in Skaneateles NY.
Larry was a member of the Mottville Volunteer Fire department, he was retired from Onondaga county highway department.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Hurley and Florence VanHoltz, wife Anne VanHoltz, son Robert VanHoltz and brother Thomas VanHoltz. He is survived by partner Yvonne Mills, sons Lawrence (Donna) VanHoltz, Edward (Melanie Harvard) VanHoltz, Chad Vile, daughter Theresa (Ken) Carr, Grandchildren, Andrew (Dominique) Carr, Nathan Faulkner,Troy VanHoltz, Destiny Johnson, Taylor VanHoltz, Callan VanHoltz, Jadalynn Vile, Morgan VanHoltz, Teagan VanHoltz, Levi Lawless,Cara Vile, Lillian Carr and a great grandson Ryker Space, a sister Dorothy DiCarlo, brothers William (Ruth) VanHoltz, Norman (Sue) VanHoltz and Terrence (Nora) VanHoltz, as well as numerous beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.
Larry was a man that had a quick wit at times a temper to match, however would be just as quick to offer a helping hand. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.
Calling hours will be held at Robert D Gray Funeral Home in Skaneateles NY Wednesday 1.20.21 from 10-12pm private services will follow. In lieu of flowers please donate to Mottville Volunteer Fire Department.

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Pauline (Polly) Weeks

1/11/2021

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Pauline (Polly) Weeks, 97 of Skaneateles passed away January 11th, at the Commons on St. Anthony. Polly was born in New Hope on February 14, 1923 to the late John and Susie Matijas. She attended Moravia District School. She married Douglas Weeks in 1945 and lived in Skaneateles for more than 70 years. Through out her life Polly was active in her religion as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Polly is survived by daughters Donna Smith (Ron) and Diane Burdick (Arthur). Her grandchildren, Robin Lindstrom (Chad), Sarah Smith, Douglas Burdick (Ann) and Steven Burdick. Great grandchildren Jenna Lindstrom, Erika Lindstrom, Luke Lindstrom and Naishu (Adam) Burdick, as well as many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express our gratitude to all the staff at the Commons, and especially the 4th floor, for their compassion and kindness shown to our mother.
Services will be private at convenience to the family.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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Mary Jayne Ashley Lipe

1/9/2021

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    Mary Jayne Ashley Lipe of Skaneateles, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 9th. Mary Jayne was born on May 6, 1952 in Mineloa, NY. MJ, as she was affectionately called by her family and friends, grew up on the North Shore of Long Island and spent the summers on the south end of Skaneateles Lake in the cottage built by her father, Tracy Ashley. MJ became a resident of Skaneateles in the summer of 1980 where she stayed to raise her two surviving sons; James (Mackenzie) Goss of Fairport, NY and Chris (Palma) Goss of Baldwinsville, NY. Grandma MJ will be missed dearly by her four beloved grandchildren; Brenna and J.R. (James) and Nora and Celia (Chris). She is also survived by her niece, Laura (Josh) Bowden of Simi Valley, CA.
    MJ was predeceased by her parents Tracy and Mary Ashley, sister Hollis (D'Andrea), step-son Shane Lipe and the absolute love of her life, Darryl "Burt" Lipe, former owner of Morris’s Grill in Skaneateles.
    MJ spent most of her professional career in the Auburn City and Cayuga County Court systems, a job she enjoyed until retiring to spend more time with her soulmate Burt. Whether on their boat or at the family’s cottage, MJ cherished being on Skaneateles Lake with Burt, their dog Shelby, and their countless friends. MJ also took great pride in having her sons’ friends spend time at their home and cottage making many lasting memories.
    Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 15th from 4 to 6pm at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. Masks are required and limited entry into building at one time.

She will be missed by all who knew her.

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Joan Nill Howland

1/6/2021

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Joan Nill Howland, 92, was a longtime resident of Skaneateles who died Wednesday, Jan. 6, of complications from coronavirus at Iroquois Nursing Home in Jamesville. She was married for 34 years to H.T. “Tod” Howland, who predeceased her in 1984. Mrs. Howland was a librarian in Boston, Mass., and a story-time volunteer in Skaneateles. She was a Sunday school teacher at the First Presbyterian Church in Skaneateles. She was active in clubs in Skaneateles, including the Leisure Hour Club. Mrs. Howland was an avid reader, golfer and bowler. She graduated from Nottingham High in Syracuse and Wellesley College in Massachusetts with a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
She is survived by her three children: Jonathan Howland (and Ellen) of Loudonville; Lance Howland (and Anne) of Moraga, Calif., and Martha Smith (and Craig) of Syracuse, and grandchildren Justin and Joshua Howland; Molly and Erica Howland; and Maddy and Caleb Smith.
A funeral service is planned for the summer.
The family welcomes contributions in Joan Howland’s memory to the Skaneateles Library Association and the John D. Barrow Art Gallery, both at 49 E. Genesee St., Skaneateles NY 13152; or the Alzheimer’s Association, Central New York Chapter, 441 W. Kirkpatrick St., Syracuse, NY 13204.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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Ruth M. Kinder

1/6/2021

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Ruth M. Kinder, 93, of Marcellus and Skaneateles passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Upstate Community Hospital. Ruth was born in 1927 to Roy and Marguerite Webb in Pompey, NY and was a 1944 graduate of Marcellus Central School. In 1948 Ruth and George Kinder were wed and enjoyed 67 wonderful years together. They lived the majority of their lives in Marcellus NY, including enjoyable later years at the Upper Crown Mill.

Ruth was an accomplished seamstress and tailor. She designed and created many wedding gowns and did alterations and new clothes for clients all over CNY. She made thousands of American Girl doll clothes which she enjoyed selling on Etsy with her granddaughters. She made clothes for all her grandchildren. She was also a musician and enjoyed playing the piano into her 90’s. Ruth was named Peachy by her devoted family and she was a loving source of energy and optimism, always willing for a new adventure. She loved a good time, a good scrabble game and a good dish of ice cream. She and George were long-time members of Camillus Country Club and Howlett Hill Presbyterian Church. In retirement, Ruth and George traveled all over the world. They also enjoyed many years of snow birding in Myrtle Beach, SC and St. Augustine, FL.

Ruth is survived by her son Ted (Kathy) Kinder of Skaneateles, daughter Laurie (John) Sorge of Raleigh, NC; grandchildren James (Christine) Kinder, Christopher (Laura) Kinder, Whitney (Eric) Gaither, Ashleigh (Sebastian) Ibanez, Nicole (James) Glenos and Eileen (Ryan) Andres; great grandchildren Emma and Colin Kinder, James and Adeline Kinder, Bodie Gaither, Adriana and Owen Ibanez, Audrey and Matthew Glenos and Corey, Nolan and Sydney Andres. She was predeceased by the husband George. She was a true matriarch and will be sorely missed by her entire family.

A service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central New York Food Bank.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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Robert M. Frendak

1/6/2021

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Robert M. Frendak, 84, passed away on January 6, 2021 from complications due to COVID-19. He was born in Elmira, NY on May 18, 1936 to Paul and Sue Frendak.
In his younger days, Bob lived and worked on the family farm on Lacy Road in Mandana. He was a member of the Skaneateles High School Class of 1955. Bob later worked as a carpenter at the Syracuse University Physical Plant, retiring in 1998 after 33 years of service. He was a lifelong communicant of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Skaneateles.
Bob enjoyed working in his wood shop, playing golf, watching SU basketball and the NY Yankees, square dancing with the Cayuga Cut-ups, and wintering in Winter Haven, FL.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife of over 39 years, Melissa; his sons, Rodney and Todd Frendak (Tammy), all of Skaneateles; his daughter Jessica Meyer of Auburn; and his grandchildren, Sierra and Trevor Frendak. He is also survived by his brother Paul (Beverly) Frendak of Georgia and sister Joyce Sholtes of Florida. Bob was predeceased by his parents; infant brother James; his first wife and the mother of his two sons, Dolores Horning; and infant daughter, Lisa.
No Calling hours a graveside service will be on Wednesday, January 13th at 11am at Lakeview Cemetery, Skaneateles.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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