All Obituaries

Richard Henry Thomas Newark - Richard H. Thomas, 79, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at the Living Center at Geneva. The family will greet friends from 12 - 1 p.m. on Saturday (Sept. 12) at the East Palmyra Christian Reformed Church, 2057 E. Palmyra Port Gibson Rd., Palmyra, NY 14522. Richard's memorial service will follow visitation at 1 p.m. Burial will be in East Palmyra Cemetery at a later date. In memory of Richard, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to...

Joshua Eric O'Campo Newark - Joshua Eric O'Campo, 46, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, surrounded by his loving family.     Joshua was born the son of Tony and Christy Lee (Clark) O'Campo on Tuesday, April 23, 1974, in Rochester, NY, and grew up in Naples, NY. Joshua led a full life in his 46 years. At 18 years old, he joined the United States Army as an Ammunition Specialist. He went to basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, followed by AIT at...

Christian Erik Gundersen Newark - Christian Erik Gundersen, 19, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 19, 2020. Christian was born the son of Steven Gundersen and Heather (Edmister) Hamelinck on Monday, November 20, 2000, in Wheeling, WV. Christian graduated from Newark High School in 2019. Christian was kind and had a heart of gold. He loved spending time with friends, family, and "his" dogs. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, and playing Playstation 4. Christian loved motorcycles...

Charles Raymond Davenport Sr. Newark - Charles R. Davenport Sr., 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2020, at Strong Memorial Hospital. Charles was born the son of the late William F. and Eleanor (Lay) Davenport on Thursday, November 8, 1945, in Newark, NY. He spent his life in the area, graduating from Canandaigua Academy. Charles was a history buff and often traveled with his son Chuck to historical sites, like Gettysburg, PA. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, and the NY...

Hilton - Sherwood R. Towers, 86, passed away suddenly after a fall at home on Wednesday, August 12, 2020. Predeceased by wife Terry (Donovan) Towers. Survived by children: Amy, Kate, and Richard; younger brother Lane Towers; extended family and a large circle of dear friends. Loving husband, father and devoted disciple of Jesus Christ. Happiest sharing the Gospel, serving at Gates and Spencerport Wesleyan Churches, “Vacationing with a Purpose” at Chambers Camp and tending his...

Hubert W. Hilsinger, Jr. Newark - Hubert W. Hilsinger, Jr., 63, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2020, after a long fight with cancer at the Laurel House. The family will greet friends from 4 - 7 p.m. on Friday (AUG 14) at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St, Newark. Hubert's funeral service and interment will be private. Please note, masks will be required during visitation at the funeral home. In memory of Hubert, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations...

Fred J. Pirelli Newark - Fred "Colonel" Pirelli, 84, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, at the DeMay Living Center. Private entombment at White Haven Memorial Park. A memorial service for Fred will be announced at a later date. In memory of Fred, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, 1235 South Clark Street, Suite 910, Arlington, VA 22202. Fred was born the son of the late John and Louise (Munda) Pirelli on Thursday, September 26,...

Jeanette Helen Albright Newark - Jeanette H. Albright, 83, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020, at the DeMay Living Center. In honoring Jeanette's wishes all services will be private. In memory of Jeanette, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the American Legion, Post 428, 6180 Knickerbocker Road, Ontario, NY 14519. Jeanette was born the daughter of the late John and Helen (Jacobsen) Hansen on Sunday, November 15, 1936, in Honolulu, HI. She grew up in the contiguous...

John Ronald McCue Newark - John R. McCue, 87, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020, at The Homestead in Penn Yan, NY after a brief illness. Please join the family at 11 a.m. on Saturday (AUG. 29) at the Newark Elks Lodge, 223 South Main Street, Newark, NY for John's Celebration of Life. In memory of John, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to The House John, 14 Spring Street, Clifton Springs, NY 14432. John was born the son of the late Edward and Ida (Barclay) McCue on...

Audrey Madeline Meeks Newark - Audrey M. Meeks, 84, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Family will greet friends from 11 a.m to 1 p.m. on Friday (July 24) at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St, Newark. Audrey's graveside service will follow calling at 2 p.m., Pastor Bob Parker officiating in Springbrook Cemetery, Seneca Falls. In memory of Audrey, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Finger Lakes Thoroughbred...