Obituaries
James Covell
Apr 3, 2025
James J. Covell
Age 84, of Penn Yan, NY and Bradenton, FL, passed away peacefully in the home he built, surrounded by his family, on April 3, 2025.
Jim was born in Bath, NY, the son of James J. Covell Sr., and Anna M. (Whitehead) Covell. He honorably served in the US Marine Corps from 1957-1960. "Semper Fi!"
He owned and operated Jim Covell...
Charles L. Frost
Mar 30, 2025
Charles L. Frost
Age 80, of Dundee, NY, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home, just a day before his birthday.
Charlie was born in Wellsboro, PA, on March 31, 1944, the son of Warren “Jack” Frost and Mary (Weiskopff) Frost. After school at Penn Yan Academy, Charlie proudly served in...
Frances Jane Fox
Mar 18, 2025
Frances J. Fox Passed away peacefully at home on March 18, 2025 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 91.
Frances was born in Penn Yan on December 27, 1933 to the late Walace and Jane Griffin. She was raised on a farm and captivated her family with numerous stories about farm life. and when her father purchased a vineyard...
Beverly Gleason
Mar 12, 2025
Beverly Gleason
Age 91, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away March 12, 2025 peacefully at home.
Bev was born at the family’s home on Italy Hill in Branchport on February 2, 1934, the daughter of Charles and Frances (Andrews) Conley. She was a graduate of Prattsburg‘s High School class of 1951 and continued her education at the Freeman Business School located in...
Sandra Austin Howard
Mar 7, 2025
Sandra Lynn Howard
Age 68, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away Feb. 25, 2025.
Born in 1957, Sandy was a proud graduate of Austin Area High School, Class of 1975. She cherished her life in Penn Yan, where she embraced the warmth of community and the joys of homemaking, baking, and music. In her later years, Sandy could often be spotted enjoying...
Vann Jones
Mar 2, 2025
Vann Jones
Age 79, of Penn Yan, and formerly of St. Augustine, Florida, passed away March 2, 2025 at the VA Medical Center in Canandaigua, NY.
Born on January 10, 1946, in Penn Yan, Vann was the son of Clarence and Elizabeth (Christensen) Jones. He graduated from Penn Yan Academy in 1964. Vann honorably served as a combat Marine Veteran during the...
Doreen E. Lamborn
Feb 26, 2025
Doreen E. Lamborn
Age 65, of Penn Yan, passed away Feb. 26, 2025 at Geneva General Hospital.
Doreen was born on April 13, 1959, the daughter of Dean and Marion (Hall) Lamborn.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Shandell Christensen-Davis (Andy Davis Jr. ); five sisters and brothers-in-law, Doris (Kyle) Jorgenson, Debbie (EJ) Groom, Denise (Denny) Pearston, Donna (Joe) Karkut, and...
George M. Barnes
Feb 18, 2025
George M. Barnes
Age 88, a lifelong resident of Penn Yan, passed away at home on February 18, 2025. George was born in Penn Yan on June 4, 1936, the son of the late George D. Barnes and Ann (Powers) Barnes.
He was the Publisher for The Chronicle-Express newspaper in Penn Yan for over 50 years.
He married the love of his life,...
Sandra E. Marino
Feb 16, 2025
Sandra E. Marino
Age 79, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away peacefully at The Homestead, surrounded by family, on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
Sandy was born on April 14, 1945, the daughter of Edward and Onalee (Drumm) Doty. She was a lifelong member of Penn Yan. She was member of the Milo Center Methodist Church, and a former organizer and volunteer of...
Fred Hall
Feb 13, 2025
Fred Leonard Hall passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13, 2025 after a short illness with his family by his side.
Fred was born December 4, 1933 in Penn Yan to Joel Willard and Louise (Cowell) Hall. He was a 1953 graduate of Penn Yan Academy. Fred enlisted in the US Air Force in May of 1956 and was honorably discharged...
Robert Allan Petersen, Sr.
Feb 12, 2025
Robert Allan Petersen Sr.Age 70, of Penn Yan, passed away February 12, 2025 at home.
Family and friends are invited to Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St., Penn Yan, on Friday (Feb. 21st) from 5pm-6pm; followed by a memorial service at 6:00pm.
He was born in Penn Yan, the son of the late Robert C. and Ethelyn (Daines) Petersen. He was...
Elizabeth Switzer
Feb 10, 2025
Anna Elizabeth Larsen Switzer95, of Milo Center, Penn Yan, NY, wife of the late V. Clark Switzer, passed away at her daughter’s home in Umatilla, Florida on February 10, 2025. Liz was born May 1, 1929, in Milo Center to William R. Larsen LaBelle and Frances M. Seager Larsen Daines Wetmore. She was a lifelong resident of the Milo Center...
William F. Allerton
Feb 9, 2025
William F. Allerton
Age 98, formerly of Penn Yan, passed away on February 9, 2025 at the M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center.
A funeral service will be held on Friday (Feb. 14) at 1:00 pm at the Penn Yan United Methodist Church, 155 Main Street, Penn Yan. A reception will be held following the service at the Penn Yan United Methodist Memorial...
Jean Lela LeGro
Feb 2, 2025
Jean LeGro Age 83, passed away February 2, 2025. Jean was born on Feb. 3, 1941, in Penn Yan and celebrated her birthday in heaven with her parents, Carmen and Eleanor LeGro, and her twin sister, Jane Smith.
She is predeceased by her parents, Carmen and Eleanor (Clark) LeGro, her twin sister, Jane (Gary) Smith, her daughter, Diane (Allison) Beyersdorfer, and her...
Elizabeth Ann Conger
Jan 28, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Conger
Age 54, of Prattsburg, passed away January 28, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Born in Canandaigua, NY, Liz was the beloved daughter of Shelby and Ann Marie Brown. Known for her laughter and strong spirit, she dedicated many years of her life to serving others at McDonald's in Canandaigua.
A memorial service to honor and celebrate Liz's life will be...
Bill Reed
Jan 22, 2025
William Harold Reed
Age 70, of Penn Yan, passed away from COPD on January 22, 2025 with his kids and wife by his side. Bill started his working life with Edward Davie Farms, before dedicating 38 years to NYSEG as an Equipment Operator. His greatest pride and joy in life were his children, whom he loved dearly.
Bill is survived by his...
Frank (Francis) R. Morris
Jan 12, 2025
Frank R. Morris
Age 72, of Penn Yan, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
The family will receive friends at the Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St. Penn Yan on Saturday (Jan. 18th) from 4pm-6pm; followed by a funeral service at 6pm. A reception will be announced.
Frank was born January 7, 1953, the son of Leadley and Catherine...
Kimiyo Sera Healy
Jan 10, 2025
Kimiyo Sera Healy, Age 95, of Decatur, TN, passed away on January 10, 2025, at home with her family by her side.
At the family’s request, there will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the “Col. & Mrs. Michael J. Healy We Honor Veterans Fund” in care of University of Rochester Medicine Home Care,...
Sally Button Ribble
Jan 5, 2025
Sally Button Ribble
A cherished individual known for her kind, caring, loving, energetic, determined and strong personality, passed away at her home in Branchport on January 5, 2025 at the age of 83.
Sally enjoyed Bible Study, worship, baking, knitting, crafts, and time with family. Sally lived her life as a faithful servant of Jesus Christ. Her “radiant” smile and “energetic, enthusiastic...
Nancy Anderson
Jan 5, 2025
Nancy Marie (Nelson) Anderson
Age 70, of Penn Yan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 5, 2025.
Born March 24, 1954, she was raised in Jamestown, New York before moving permanently to Penn Yan. She spent her life as a devoted nurse, mother, wife, grandmother and friend. She was known for her great sense of humor, compassion for people, and...
