Marilyn R. Parmelee
Aug 21, 2026
Marilyn R. Parmelee, 80, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026 at her son’s home.
She was born in Penn Yan, NY on February 2, 1946, the daughter of the late Albert and Flossie (Burgess) Dixon. She graduated from Penn Yan Academy in 1964.
Marilyn worked at Greenidge Generation in Dresden and later retired from NYSEG.
She was a...
Shirley Kirbis
Aug 17, 2026
Shirley E. Kirbis, 95 of Campbell, NY, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 17th, 2026, in her home at the Campbell IRA. Shirley was born in Lackawanna, NY on March, 21 1931 the daughter of the late Roy and Hazell (Blundell) Kirbis.
Shirley enjoyed many things over the years, a few of her favorite things were her baby dolls,...
Patricia "Patti" E. Simmons
Aug 8, 2026
Patricia E. “Patti” Simmons, 64, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at Geneva Hospital with her family by her side. She was the daughter of John and Patricia Norton Murphy Sr. In addition to her parents she is also predeceased by her children, Jeremy and Caitlin King, siblings, Johnny Jr., and Ilan Hendrie.
She is survived...
Beatrice "Bea" Christensen
Jul 26, 2026
Beatrice “Bea” Christensen, 99, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at home.
She was born in Dresden, NY on November 10, 1926, the daughter of the late William H. and Anna (Easling) Smith and graduated from Penn Yan Academy. On October 25, 1946, she married Arne Christensen in Penn Yan, NY.
Prior to her marriage, Bea worked...
Michael J. Coston, Jr.
Jul 19, 2026
Michael J. Coston, Jr., 84, of Canandaigua, NY, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at FF Thompson Hospital.
He was born in Canandaigua, NY on July 20, 1941, the son of the late Michael J. Coston, Sr. and Nellie Mae (Fisher) Coston. On July 27, 1996, he married his wife Cora in Hopewell, NY.
Michael was a truck driver for over...
Cheryl A. Cougevan
Jul 17, 2026
Cheryl A. Cougevan, 83, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Geneva General Hospital.
She was born in Westfield, PA on June 16, 1943, the daughter of the late Arnold and Phyllis Bush and graduated from Wellsboro High School. On November 19, 1967, she married James Cougevan in Wellsboro.
Cheryl was an Administrative Assistant for Ferro Corporation,...
Garrett A. Dunbar, Sr.
Jul 11, 2026
Garrett Anthony Dunbar, Sr., 64, of Penn Yan, NY passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
He was born in Syracuse, NY on September 6, 1961 the son of Robert A. Dunbar II and Doris Jean Hill. Garrett served as an Airmen in the US Air Force from 1979-1980.
Garrett is survived by his companion of 13 years, Nicole Ellis; daughters, Antanasha...
Mary Virgina Calabucci
Jul 8, 2026
Age 95, died on Wednesday July 8, 2026, peacefully at her beloved home on Keuka Lake, Penn Yan, NY. Mary was born in Elmira, NY, on August 15, 1930, the daughter of the late Francis and Katherine (Kole) Murphy. In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased by her loving husband of 65 years, Joseph, her sister, Sheila, her brother,...
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...