Joanne D. Dailey
Jan 21, 2026
Joanne Dawn (Snyder) Dailey, age 85, of Penn Yan, New York, passed away peacefully at her home of natural causes on January 21, 2026.
Joanne was born on July 11, 1940, in Elmbois, New York, to the late Harold C. “Bill” Snyder and Clara M. (Lee) Snyder. She attended Penn Yan Academy and was a member of the Class of 1958.
On...
Dana R. Schillinger
Jul 1, 2026
Dana R. Schillinger, 94, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026 at Geneva General Hospital in Geneva, NY. He was born April 27, 1932 in Avon, NY, to the late Elton and Carrie Mae (Woodruff) Schillinger. Dana lived a life marked by steadfast service, committed leadership, and deep devotion to his family and his community.
He is...
James M. Gerard
Jun 29, 2026
James M. Gerard, 72, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026 at Geneva General Hospital.
He was born in Elmira, NY on August 26, 1953 the son of the late Richard and Jeanne (Samuels) Gerard and graduated from Elmira Free Academy.
Jim began his career working at the family paint store, Gerard Paint Store, in Elmira. He later...
Donald L. Rast
Jun 22, 2026
Donald Lee Rast, 69, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026 at Strong Memorial Hospital after an 8 year long battle with cancer. He was born in Columbus, MS on July 22, 1956 the son of Betty and Bill Adams (Nana & Bopa). Don graduated from Marcus Whitman High School in 1976 and went on to...
Donald J. Rumsey
Jun 17, 2026
December 31, 1976 – June 17, 2026
Donald J. Rumsey, age 49, of Corning, NY, died at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY on June 17, 2026, after a series of strokes.
Born in Gillett, PA, on December 31, 1976, he was the son of Dean & Tina (Post) Rumsey and was raised by his second parents, Bill & Nancy Dibble. He was...
Fred W. Bennett
May 31, 2026
Fred W. Bennett, 79, of Keuka Park, NY, died on Sunday, May 31st, 2026. He was born in N. Tonawanda, NY on October 8, 1946. Fred worked at one time at National Grinding Wheel and later at Durez.
He was loved by his wife, Onda; his children, Lynell Starr, Timothy and Michael Bennett; and his grandchildren, Kaylee Priest, Warren and Jesse...
Kenneth L. Dinehart
May 19, 2026
Kenneth Lanning “Kenny” Dinehart, 67, of Penn Yan, New York, passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2026, in Penn Yan.
Kenny was born on August 11, 1958, in Penn Yan, he was the son of the late Erwin (Stub) and Betty (Dunton) Dinehart. Kenny was one of nine children in a very close knit family. On July 2nd, 1988 Ken married...
Robert H. Brown, Sr.
May 18, 2026
Robert H. Brown, Sr., 81, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 18, 2026 at home.
He was born in Penn Yan, NY on May 8, 1945, the son of Harry and Dorothy (Moran) Brown. Bob graduated from Penn Yan Academy with the Class of 1963, and served with the US Army in Okinawa from 1965-1967. He married...
Linda L. Sorensen
May 11, 2026
Linda L. Sorensen, 79, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on May 11, 2026.
Linda was born on November 2, 1946, in Penn Yan, NY. She married her high school sweetheart, Allen, and lived on a farm before building their dream home, which she and her son carefully designed.
A skilled professional seamstress for many years, Linda served...
Tracey Lynn Irwin
May 11, 2026
With profound sadness and endless love, we announce the passing of Tracey Lynn Irwin, age 54, of Penn Yan, New York, who passed away peacefully at home on May 11, 2026.
Born in Penn Yan, Tracey was the beloved daughter of Vonda Knapton and the late Franklin Knapton. She was a proud graduate of Penn Yan Academy and spent her life...
Mary J. Gee
May 6, 2026
Mary J. Gee, 77, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away at her home on May 6, 2026.
She was born on September 30, 1948, in Penn Yan, NY the daughter of Augustine and Beulah Santullo. Mary and Ronald Gee were married in 1967 at St. Michael's Church in Penn Yan. She was a devoted housewife who dedicated much of her life...
Sally S. Thomas
May 2, 2026
Sally Sanders Thomas, age 82, of Keuka Park, NY, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026.
She was born on May 17, 1943, in Cornwall, NY, to Peter and Sarah “Sally” (Baker) Sanders.
Sally was known for her cheerful spirit, bright smile, and extraordinary artistic talent. From the time she received her first paint set as a child, art became a lifelong...
David N. Wernsing
Apr 22, 2026
Following a long and courageous battle with cancer, David Neal Wernsing, 71, of Dresden, NY took his final breath on Wednesday April 22, 2026 at 1:48 AM. His loved ones Sue and Eli were by his side.
Dave was born January 16, 1955, the son of the late Joan and Walter Wernsing.
From an early age Dave had a love for cars...
Bonnie L. Callaway
Apr 13, 2026
Bonnie Lou Callaway 60 of Penn Yan, New York, passed away on April 13, 2026.
Bonnie was predeceased by her parents, Kenneth and Shirley Weichbrodt; her brother, James O’Brien; her nephew, Daniel Blauvelt; and her loving husband, Ernest W. Callaway IV.
She leaves behind her greatest pride and joy, her children: Ernest W. Callaway V (Kendra), Caitlin M. Callaway (Mark), and Elissa...
Mark R. Daugherty
Apr 1, 2026
Mark R. Daugherty, 76, of Branchport, NY passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Geneva General Hospital.
Mark was born in Starke, FL on April 8, 1949, the son of the late Meck and Helen Daugherty. He was a graduate of Penn Yan Academy.
Mark was a logger, well driller and a host of other things throughout his life. He was...
Mae "Vicki" Keen
Mar 28, 2026
Mae Victoria “Vicki” (Hoose) Keen, age 76, formerly of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Newark-Wayne Hospital. Vicki was born on February 2, 1950 in Penn Yan, NY, to the late Durwood and Katherine (Swarthout) Hoose.
Vicki is survived by her sons, Jimmy (Becky) Keen, Jr. of Penn Yan, NY and Robert “Robbie” Keen; step son,...
Mario Feria Morales
Mar 25, 2026
Mario Feria Morales, 60, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on March 25, 2026 at his home. He was born in Villa de Chilapa de Diaz, Oaxaca, Mexico on February 11, 1966, the son of Martin Feria and Juana Morales. He married his wife, Alejandria, on July 14, 1991 in Villa de Chilapa de Diaz, Oaxaca.
Mario was a lifelong agricultural...
Derrick J. "Rick" Fredericksen
Mar 18, 2026
Derrick J. “Rick” Fredericksen, age 70, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on March 18, 2026. Rick was born in Pontiac, MI and was the eldest son of the late Karl E. and Hannelore “Laura” Durr Fredericksen. In-addition to his parents Rick was preceded in death by his daughter Elizabeth Fredericksen. Rick is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Alissa...
Meredith J. Nielsen
Mar 17, 2026
Meredith Joan Nielsen, 94, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at her home.
She was born in Penn Yan, NY on July 6, 1931, the daughter of the late Keith and Nellie (Southall) Folts.
Meredith received her BA from SUNY Geneseo. She taught for 14 years at Penn Yan Elementary School and 14 years at Dundee Elementary...
Marshall J. Harris
Mar 9, 2026
Marshall J. Harris of Penn Yan, NY passed away on March 9, 2026 after a brief illness. Marshall is survived by his daughters Deborah Harris (Michael) from Elmira, NY, and Kelly Becker (Brian) from Austin, TX, his son Troy Harris (Jessica) from Rumney, NH; his brother Ronald Harris (Sandy),from Penn Yan, NY; along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews....