obituaries

Kenneth L. Dinehart

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....

Dale W. Mickelsen

Dale W. Mickelsen

Feb 28, 2026

Dale W. Mickelsen, 67, of Geneva, NY, passed away on February 28, 2026 at home.

He was born in Geneva, NY on September 20, 1958 the son of the late William and Gladys Mickelsen and graduated from Penn Yan Academy in 1976.

Dale worked as a machinist at Mercury Aircraft for 47 years, retiring in 2023. He was a member of the...

Mary S. Fullagar

Mary S. Fullagar

Feb 28, 2026

Mary S. Fullagar, age 92, of Penn Yan, peacefully passed away at home on Saturday, February 28, 2026 with her loving family by her side.

Born on May 23, 1933 in Dundee, she was the daughter of the late George and Alice (Garrison) Spencer. Mary was a homemaker after marrying in 1953, raising five children, and working on the family farm...

James R. Johns

James R. Johns

Feb 20, 2026

James Russell Johns, 82 of North Fort Myers, FL, formally Dresden, NY, passed away on February 20, 2026. Jim was born December 2, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA to Samuel and Edith “Sis” Johns. Jim was known for his extensive volunteerism, his craftsmanship, and his devotion to family, friends, and community as well as being a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan.

Jim graduated...

Robert E. Sullivan

Robert E. Sullivan

Feb 13, 2026

Robert E. Sullivan, 93, of Geneva, NY, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026 at Wayne County Nursing Home.

He was born in Dresden, NY on December 19, 1932, the son of Thomas and Rachel (Mosley) Sullivan. Bob graduated from Geneva High School and Alfred Tech. He served with the US Air Force from 1950-1954.

Mr. Sullivan worked for over 30 years...

Wanda L. Wood

Wanda L. Wood

Feb 9, 2026

Wanda L. Wood, age 63, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026, at home. She was born on May 30, 1962, in Montour Falls, NY.

Wanda is predeceased by her mother, Hazel V. (Wood) Pym (2020); stepfather, Charles W. Pym, Sr. (2001); maternal grandmother, Anna White; and paternal grandmother, Mary Catherine Dencenberg. She is survived by her...

Gary W. Fudge

Gary W. Fudge

Jan 29, 2026

Gary W. Fudge, 63, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026.

He was born on August 6, 1962 and served with the US Army for several years. Gary was a member of the Penn Yan American Legion and VFW.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Karen S. Fudge (Shellabarger); daughter, Tonya Goss Fudge (Michael Goss);...

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