All Obituaries

Phyllis J. Harder Newark - Phyllis Jean Harder, 91, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at the Wayne County Nursing Home. Phyllis was born the daughter of the late Easter Claude and Nellie (Case) Fitch on Monday, December 2, 1929, in Phelps, NY. Phyllis spent her life in the area and worked for several years at Newark Developmental Center, where she would eventually retire. Phyllis was the past President of the PTA and den mother when her children were young. After her retirement,...

Ronald James Waterman born December 21, 1942, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, September 13, 2021. He was the firstborn son of Norman and Della E. Waterman in Rochester, New York. After accepting Jesus as his personal savior on July 26, 1958, he was called by God into pastoral ministry.  He pastored for 32 years at churches in Buffalo, New York, Los Angeles, California, Nescopeck, Pennsylvania, and Tupelo, Mississippi.  One of his greatest joys was having...

Jon Charles Verkey Jon Charles Verkey "Chuck," 66, of Arcadia, passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family. The family will greet friends from 12 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 18, at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, 124 West Miller Street, Newark, NY. Chuck's memorial service will follow calling at 4 p.m. at the American Legion, 200 East Union Street, Newark, NY 14513. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Humane...

Barbara A. Blair Marion - Barbara Blair, 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, September 10, 2021, at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. All services will be private. Burial will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester, NY. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Hope Hall School, 1612 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624, in memory of Barbara. Barbara was born the daughter of the late Herbert and Virginia (Gallagher) Leach on Tuesday, September 02, 1941, in...

Jose Fernandez Sr. Irondequoit / Newark - Jose Fernandez Sr., 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at his home. The family will greet friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, September 13, 2021, at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St, Newark. Jose's graveside service will follow visitation at Newark Cemetery, North Main Street, Newark, NY. Jose was born the son of the late Manuel and Maria (Valdez) Fernandez on Saturday, August 5, 1950, in...

Brown, Johnny T. "JB" Newark - formally of Florida, passed away on August 20, 2021, at the age of 86. Johnny was born the son of the late Ransom Clack and Christina Taylor on May 16, 1935. Johnny moved to Lyons in the late '60s, where he was hired as the first black deputy in Wayne County. He worked from 1969 to 1990 when he retired. He was also an original Harlem Globetrotter in the late 50s and early 60s when he played in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He leaves a wife of 25...

Karen Jean Bedette Newark - Karen J. Bedette, 73, went home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, August 13, 2021, at F.F. Thomson Hospital. The family will greet friends from 12 to 2 p.m. on Friday, August 20, 2021, at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St, Newark. Karen's funeral service will follow calling at 2 p.m. Burial in East Newark Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the American Diabetes Association, 160 Allens Creek Rd., Rochester, NY...

Paul Mark Orlopp Newark - Paul M Orlopp, 36, passed away suddenly after a brief illness on Sunday, August 8, 2021. The family will greet friends from 3 to 6 p.m. on Monday, (August 16) at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St, Newark. Paul's memorial service will be held at a time and place to be announced. . In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to a trust for Damian Orlopp, c/o Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 West Miller Street, Newark, NY...

Shirley Irene Stowell Newark - Shirley Irene Stowell, 80, passed away at home on Sunday, August 8, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. The family will greet friends from 4 to 7 on Sunday (Aug.15) at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St., Newark. All other services will be private. Burial will take place in New Hampshire.     In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Newark Garden Club, in memory of Shirley. Shirley was born on...

Earl F. Vroman Newark - Earl F. Vroman, 71, passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at his home. Earl served his country in the United States Air Force, earning the rank of Sergeant from 1974 to 1987. Earl was a photojournalist and instructor. He received several medals including, Air Force accommodation, good conduct, national defense service, overseas long tour ribbon, and outstanding unit award. Earl will be remembered by his stepson, Larry VanWinkle; sister, Jean (Bob) Zuback;...