The following obituaries are for Arkport Alumni members and area friends.  We hope we have not forgotten anyone, but if we did, please send an email to help us keep our records up-to-date.  Our condolences go out family and friends of these Arkport classmates and friends.

2022-2023 Alumni Deceased

Thomas B. “Tom” Kinnell, 88, of Fairmont, WV, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2022 at home. He was born in Binghamton, NY on July 25, 1934, the only son of Thomas and Madeline (Bruce) Kinnell.

Thomas was the last surviving member of his immediate family, having also been preceded in death by his sister Janice.

Patricia Maxine (Henry) Guthrie (66) of Fremont, NY, passed away September 16, 2022, in her home surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Pat was born August 11, 1956, to Glayson and Irena Maxine Henry of Hornell. On August 18, 1973, she married the love of her life, John Guthrie of Fremont. Together they had five children, John and Erin (Waasdorp) Guthrie of Fremont, Terah Patrica Guthrie, Sarah and Daniel Wilson of Howard, Rebekah and Kyle Fletcher of Fremont, and Moriah and Justin McNeill of Greenwood. They have twelve grandchildren: John Tylor, Tanara (Jesse Smith), Terah, Danae, Rianna, Joleen, Elijah, Landyn, Damien, Kaydinse, Kylen, and Danica. Pat impacted the world around her and influenced everyone she met. She loved her family fiercely and unapologetically chased after God. She was a self-taught, ambitious woman, tackling many things throughout her life, including homeschooling her children, running various businesses, returning to college after her children were grown to obtain her bachelor’s degree, and starting a church with her husband. Pat loved to garden, mow, remodel houses, bake, travel internationally, and most of all, spend time with her family. Pat is survived by her husband John; four children John, Sarah, Rebekah, and Moriah and their spouses; her grandchildren; three sisters, Candice (David) Eldredge of Stanley, NY, Sharon (Stephen) Patton of Granberry, TX, Connie (Matthew) Zetts of Sparta, NC; one brother David (Shaune) Henry of Alfred, NY; two brothers-in-law, William (Lyla) Guthrie of Zephryhills, FL and Daniel (Patrica) Guthrie of Fremont, NY, and Four sisters-in-law Joyce(steve) Strasburg Geri (Luke) Quinn of Chesterfield, MI; Jennie Guthrie of Corning, NY, and Jean Guthrie Starace of Canisteo, NY; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Glayson and Irena Maxine Henry, in-laws Thomas and Bertha (Smith) Guthrie of Fremont, daughter Terah Guthrie, brother Rick Henry of Hornell, NY, and two brothers-in-law, Robert Guthrie of Corning, NY and Thomas Guthrie of Hornell, NY.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to River of Grace Ministries, 81 Elm Street, Hornell, NY 14843. A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family.

Carolyn “Jean” Brunskill Lunn
Carolyn B. Lunn – 95 – of 1190 County Route 66 (The Woodlands), formerly of 7586 Airport Rd., Hornell, died early Friday morning (September 9, 2022) at her home, following a brief illness.A native & life resident of Hornell, she was born October 22, 1926, and was the daughter of Arthur & Mildred (Collins) Brunskill.Carolyn was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1945). Following graduation, she was employed as a sales lady at the former Tuttle & Rockwell Store and later as an operator for New York Telephone. For several years, Carolyn worked as a Kitchen Aid at the former Bethesda Community Hospital and later as a cook at the former Blue Angel Restaurant.For a time, she worked at the former Mercycare Nursing Facility and at St. James Mercy Hospital, retiring in 1989. Following her “retirement,” Carolyn served as a home care health provider in the Hornell area.Carolyn was a member of Christ Episcopal Church of Hornell. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting and making porcelain dolls.She was married on November 13, 1954 to Truman Lunn who died in 2006. She was also preceded in death by her son Thomas Shroyer who died in 1989; her daughter, Rebecca Sue Williams who died in 2019; 2 brothers, Bill Brunskill and Mason Brunskill; 3 sisters, Catherine Brill, Ella Mae Wilkins and Mary Howe.Surviving are her daughter, Cindy (Donald) Wells of Ogdensburg, NY; 3 sons, Wesley Lunn of Canaseraga, Steven (Paula) Lunn of Conesus, NY and Michael (Nicole) Lunn of Modesto, CA; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews.At Carolyn’s request there will be no calling hours. A private graveside services will be in Heritage Hill Cemetery in Arkport at the convenience of the family.Friends are invited to attend a “Celebration of Life” to be held on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at the Fremont Fire Hall beginning at 12:00 Noon.Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.Carolyn’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to CareFirst Hospice, 3805 Meads Creek Rd., Painted Post, NY 14870 or to the Fremont Fire Department, PO Box 462, Arkport, NY 14807

Thomas George Loree
Thomas George Loree age 90, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning September 6, 2022, at the Bath VA Medical Center following an illness.

DuWayne “Dewey” Howe

Joseph A. Katsur
Wayland, NY – Joseph A. Katsur age 68 of Wayland, NY passed away on Monday October 18, 2021. He was born October 29, 1952 in Hornell, NY the son of the late Joseph Peter Katsur and Julia Jurkovic Katsur. Joe was a graduate of Arkport High School and received his Associate’s Degree in Agronomy from Alfred State College. He continued work on the Family Farm after his father died. He served in the U.S. ARMY Reserves and National Guard with over 35 years of service to his country and retired as a Sergeant First Class in 2012. Joe then became the Head of Security for Phillips Electric in Bath, NY. Joe married his wife, Kimberly L. Kallenborn Katsur, on May 16, 1992 and they recently celebrated their 29th Wedding Anniversary. In addition to his parents, Joe was pre-deceased by twin sons James Richard Katsur and Joseph David Katsur on March 14, 1997 and March 15, 1997. He was also pre-deceased by his brother John Senka. Joe loved his family and friends and especially loved sailing on Keuka Lake with his daughter Nicole. Joe is survived by his loving and devoted wife Kimberly L. Kallenborn Katsur ; his beloved daughter Nicole Katsur; sister and brother-in-law: Jean and Michael Howe of Holcomb, NY ; brother and sisters-in-law: Robert and Bonnie Katsur of Wasilla, Alaska and Sandra (Mrs. John) Senka ; father-in-law and mother-in-law ; J. David and Nancy Kallenborn of Horseheads, NY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: John Richard “Rick” and Mary Kallenborn of Elmira, NY and their daughters and son-in-law Dr. Jessica Kallenborn and Kelli and Richard Makowski; Nana Eva Annetta “Pinky” Coher; several nieces, nephews, cousins , and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Joseph’s Life on Friday October 22, 2021 at 1 PM at The First United Methodist Church of Horseheads 1034 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY. The Rev. Rhonda Kouterick will officiate and be assisted by the Rev. Robert Parker and Rev. Cheryl Parker. In lieu of flowers, the family would gratefully acknowledge memorials in Joe’s Memory to The Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758516 Topeka, Kansas 66676-8516. Arrangements are entrusted to the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY. 

Robin Fuller Greek
Robin Greek, age 62, passed away at St. James Hospital in Hornell, NY on Tuesday evening, May 17, 2022, following a years-long battle with a terminal illness. She was born in Arkport, NY to Robert Fuller and Maureen Fuller. Robin had one brother, Steve Fuller. Robin was married to Ed Greek, who passed away last month on April 10, 2022.

Terry W. Dunham
Terry Wayne Dunham was taken from us on Sunday, April 3rd, 2022. Born in Presque Isle, Maine on October 1st, 1947.

Donald Edward Lang

Janice Adele Bright Jenkins went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at the age of 81. On February 24th, 2022. In the home of Keith and Fay Jenkins, in Leesburg Florida.
Jan was born July 18th, 1940 in Quakertown PA. To Erwin and Eva Bright of Milford Square PA.
She married her high school sweetheart, Walter Donald Jenkins of Trumbauersville PA. Don and Jan moved to Arkport NY shortly after they were married, where Don worked on his Grandfather’s farm. In 1972 they purchased their own farm in Arkport and together they planted their roots and had 3 children. They owned and ran Jenkins Farm Market, a well known and loved family business for over 40 years. Jan would sell the fruits and vegetables that Don grew. Later they added on a deli where Jan would share her love of Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine to Arkport and the surrounding areas.
Don and Jan would winter in Florida in the early 80’s until they retired and built their home in Florida.
Serving others came naturally to Jan. Her hands were always busy playing piano, sewing/crocheting, gardening and cooking. She was an amazing cook with a rolodex of recipes in her mind. But her specialty was rocking all of her grandchildren. She cherished that the most.
Jan was predeceased by her loving husband of 58 years, W. Donald Jenkins and her sister Ruth {Harold Boardman}
Jan is survived by her 3 children. Keith {Fay} Jenkins of Leesburg, Fl. Cheryl {Rod} Reisman of Leesburg, FL. John {Kimberly} Jenkins of Leesburg, FL. Her sister Dianne {John} Dixon of Quakertown, PA. Her brother Donald {Betty} Bright of Quakertown, PA. Brother in-law Harold Boardman, 12 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
There will be a memorial service for friends and family of Janice on March 12th. Calling hours at 10:30 a.m. Service is at 11:00 a.m. To be held at Grand Island Baptist Church. 13229 County Road 44 Grand Island FL. 32735. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Grand Island Baptist Church.
Janice will be laid to rest next to her husband Don on the family’s property in Leesburg FL.

Miriam M. Carroll – 87 – formerly of Hornell, died early Saturday morning July 17th, 2021 at Elderwood at Hornell Nursing Facility where she had resided for the past two years.
Born in Burns, NY on May 31, 1934, she was the daughter of Raymond & Margaret (Lamonte) Wilkins.
Miriam grew up in Burns, NY and was a graduate of Arkport Central School. She later received her Certificate in Nursing from Alfred State College.
She was employed for a time as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the former St. James Mercy Hospital and later for Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville.
Miriam was a talented and gifted artist who enjoyed painting and craft-working, often selling her wooden “works of art” that she created along with her husband Bill. She was employed for many years by the former Olin Photography in Hornell “colorizing” portraits.
She had a deep affection for all animals — especially her beloved cats. Her favorite pastime was simply spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, Miriam was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Moss; 2 brothers, Richard Wilkins and Monte Wilkins; her sister, Barbara Bennett.
Surviving are her son, John (Eileen) Carroll of Lake Anna, VA; her brother, Harold (Christine) Wilkins of Thacherville; 1 granddaughter, Alexandra (Cory) Hall; 2 grandsons, Cameron Carroll and Gunnar (Maggie) Carroll; great granddaughter Ella Hall; many nieces & nephews.
At Miriam’s request there will be no calling hours. A private graveside service will be held at Heritage Hill Cemetery in Arkport at the convenience of the family with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating.
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.
Miriam’s family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to the Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843

Charles Simeon Kreidler “Chuck” Wellington, 91, of Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 10th at Sun Valley Campground in Arkport, NY where he resided for the summer months.

Virginia Beach – Robert James Clark ‘Bob’ passed away surrounded by family on July 5, 2021 in Virginia Beach. Bob was born on October 25, 1950 to Jack and Helen Clark of Arkport. He was a 1968 graduate of Arkport Central and was a graduate of Syracuse University. Bob battled many health issues throughout his life. He handled his final struggle with cancer with dignity and strength. Bob is survived by brother Peter (Jacqueline White) Clark, sisters Sharilyn (Daniel) McBride, Sandra (John) German, Maxine (Ed Alfaro) Clark and Jacqueline Clark Stewart; many nieces and nephews. Bob loved being around family.

Sally Jamison Cleveland
Sally A. Cleveland – 81 – of 8655 Rider Road, Arkport, formerly of Hornell, died Friday afternoon (June 25, 2021) at her home, following a long illness.

Mary E. Wyant
Mary E. Wyant – 96 – formerly of Arkport, NY, died early Tuesday morning (June 5, 2018) at Hornell Gardens, where she had resided for the past three years.

Born in Scranton, PA on August 27, 1921, she was the daughter of James & Frieda (Reese) O’Brien.  Mary grew up in Rockaway, NJ and was a graduate of Rockaway High School (class of 1939). While living in Rockaway, she had been employed in the office at Four-In-One Company.

Bobbie Kromer Mahoney
Bonnie R. (Kromer) Mahoney, 61, went home to heaven on June 9, 2021.She was born in North Hornell the daughter of Ronald Kromer and Norma Bowen Kromer. Bonnie was a lifelong area resident, graduating from Arkport Central School “Class of 1978, and then went on to graduate from Olean Business Institute. Bonnie married Jay Plaisted June 11, 1983, and was predeceased by him in 2009. She had attended the Burns Community Church and most recently was attending the Fresh Start Church in Hornell. She had worked as a CNA in the Home Health Field for many years. Bonnie loved family get- togethers and holidays. All her family was very important to her. Her nieces and nephews brought great joy to her life.

Thomas Springett
Thomas B. Springett, age 75 of Ellsworth, WI, died on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at his residence. Tom was born January 5, 1946, in Hornell, New York, to parents William and Ida (Bissell) Springett. He attended school in Arkport, NY, graduating from Arkport Central with the Class of 1965. Tom furthered his education at Corning University with an emphasis in mechanical engineering. Tom was united in marriage to Treasa Schommer on June 29, 1991, in Henrietta, NY.

Kenneth Glee Brutsman, 74, of Phoenix, AZ passed away unexpectedly in his home on February 22, 2021. The world has lost a loving husband, amazing father, proud grandfather, and faithful friend.
Ken graduated from Arkport Central School (Arkport,NY) in 1965 and after attending Alfred University (Alfred,NY), he operated his own dairy farm in Arkport, NY. On February 14, 1970, he married the former Mary Elizabeth Hurlbut. Farming was in Ken’s blood, but he and his wife sold the farm and moved to Georgia where he pursued a degree in agriculture at the University of Georgia. After college, Ken spent many years serving the farming community of Madison, GA where he worked in agricultural sales. He involved his children in 4-H lamb showing and eventually acquired a small flock of sheep and a chicken farm. Ken fell in love with the desert of Arizona after visiting the state, so he and his wife left Georgia and began a new adventure in Phoenix, Arizona. Ken started a vending business and later became a valued employee at Quality Equipment and Spray, where he was employed until his death.
Ken embodied faithfulness in his actions. Ken was faithfully married to the love of his life for 43 years, until she lost her battle with cancer. He loved his children unconditionally, and they could always count on him for advice and support. His friends knew him to be dependable and loyal. His faithfulness as a man was rooted in his relationship with his Savior. He was a long-standing member of Sandy Creek Baptist Church in Madison, GA until he relocated to Arizona. Until his death, he was a member of Open Door Fellowship in Phoenix, AZ.
Ken was a humble man of few words, but he had a big heart, especially for those he loved. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his family, tinkering on projects in his garage, reading the Bible, westerns, biographies, and political commentaries, visiting museums, and experiencing the beauty of Arizona’s desert wilderness.
Ken is reunited with his loving wife Mary Elizabeth Hurlbut Brutsman and his parents, Marjorie Mary Ross Brutsman and Ronald Glee Brutsman in heaven. He is survived by his two children, Marjorie (Jeff) Atkinson of Madison, GA and Kirtus (Debby) Brutsman of Phoenix, AZ, five grandchildren (Elizabeth, Samuel, Jake, Lillian, Cole) and one great grandchild (Asher), a sister Melanie Brown and brother Melvin (Grace) Brutsman, both from Lafayette, Indiana, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A memorial will be held on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021 at 4pm at Camelback Bible Church, East Lawn. 3900 E. Stanford Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The Gideons International, a nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading the gospel of Christ throughout the world. Address: The Gideons International, In Memory of Ken Brutsman, PO Box 214, Madison, GA 30650.

Sally Briggs Fox
Sally J. Fox, 88 years of age, passed away early Sunday afternoon, December 13, 2020 at Conesus Lake Nursing Home in Livonia. Sally was born April 25, 1932 in Arkport, the daughter of Leo H. and Alice (Austin) Briggs. She grew up in Arkport and graduated from high school there. Sally and Joseph Fox Jr. were married October 14, 1950 and together celebrated over 67 years of marriage prior to Joe passing away in February of 2018. She moved to Wayland upon their marriage and stayed there until her recent move to the nursing home. Sally and Joe owned and operated Joe Fox Farms for several decades. She loved working on the farm and did just about anything! Sally’s hobbies were many. She enjoyed ceramics, especially Santa Claus ceramics…she made a different Santa for her daughters, daughters-in-law, and granddaughters every Christmas for over 20 years. Sally was a Girl Scout Leader; and she ran the cake booth at St. Joseph’s Summer Festival for years. Sally loved to help people whenever she could; especially at their time of need. She was the leader of the St. Joseph’s Church funeral dinner program; a volunteer service that was appreciated by so many people and assisted them at their time of grief. Sally also lived for her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Of significance also was her love of shoes! Sally had a pair of shoes for every outfit she had and you could count on her looking like a million bucks…Class with a capital “C”! Sally was also a phenomenal cook! You could always catch her peeling potatoes for her famous hot German potato salad or apples for apple pie. Sally made so many pies and desserts that no one else could match. Sally was pre-deceased by her parents; her husband Joseph Fox Jr.; her daughters, Reneé Fox and Deborah Repka; and her son, Andrew Fox; her siblings, Leo Briggs, Muriel Hurlbut and Anne Armindinger. She is survived by her children, Daniel (Rose) Fox of Wayland, Jane (David) Mehlenbacher of Cohocton and Joseph M. Fox of N. Chili; her son-in-law, Robert Repka of Wall, NJ; her grandchildren, Rachele Repka, Russell (Jen) Repka, Ryan (Ashley) Repka, all of NJ, Tara (Josh) Longe and Autumn (TJ) Canfield, all of VA, Kurt Mehlenbacher (Katie Mark) and Eric Mehlenbacher of Wayland, and Jonathan and Kaitlin Fox of N. Chili; her great-grandchildren, Reagan, Reese, Ryder, Shane, Ledger, Canaan, Issac, Ethan and Addison; along with nieces and nephews. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Sally’s funeral service will be private and at the convenience of her family, along with interment at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Wayland. Her service will be live streamed on Saturday at 1pm. Please use the following link, https://www.youtube.com/PEISHTV. The stream will be available 5 minutes prior to the service. Contributions in memory of Sally J. Fox may be made to the Vincent House, 310 Second Ave., Wayland, NY 14572 or to the Perkinsville Fire Department, PO Box 152, Perkinsville, NY 14529.

William T. Pryor
William T. “Bill” Pryor, 89, of 1071 Sharps Hill Road, Arkport, died Thursday evening (January 28, 2021) at his home, following a long illness.
Born in Hornell on March 23, 1931, he was the son of Dorance & Mary (Taylor) Pryor. However, he was raised by his “parents”, Vern & Agnes Livermore.
Bill grew up in Arkport and was a graduate of Arkport Central School (class of 1949). He attended the University of Buffalo before enlisting in the US Marine Corps. He served his country as a member of the US Marines from 1951 – 1954, spending a year in Korea fighting during the Korean Conflict.
Following his honorable discharge from the Marines, Bill returned to the Arkport area where he lived for the next two years. From 1955 – 1964 he resided in Phelps, NY, and was employed as a Lineman for New York Telephone Company. In 1964 he moved back to Arkport and continued working for New York Telephone Company in many capacities, retiring in 1988 as a manager.
Bill, along with his wife, Nancy, owned and operated Stone Hill Blueberry Farms on Stone Hill Road in Arkport where area families could enjoy the day picking their own blueberries. For many families, this became an annual tradition.
An avid outdoorsman, Bill enjoyed hunting & fishing. He especially loved hunting deer, turkey and small game on his own land.
He was married on April 15, 1955 to the former Nancy Fuller who died December 2, 2006. He was also preceded in death by 2 sons, Robert “Jay” Pryor (died 1964) and Martin “Marty” Pryor (died 2020); and his sister, Marianne Remsen.
Surviving are his loving companion, Kathie Pfaff; 3 sons, Bill (Amy) Pryor of Albrightsville, PA, Todd (Yvonne) Pryor of Clifton Springs, NY and Matt (Kelli Tierney) Pryor of Arkport; 2 granddaughters, Michelle (Richard Zimmerman) Pryor of Arkport and Taylor Pryor of Clifton Springs; 1 great-granddaughter, Harper Zimmerman; nieces & nephews.
At Bill’s request there will be no calling hours. A private graveside service with Full Military Honors will be held at Heritage Hill Cemetery in Arkport at the convenience of the family.Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.
Bill’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to either the Hornell Humane society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843 or CareFirst Hospice, 3805 Meads Creek Rd., Painted Post, NY 14870

Barbara Greenlee Thomas
Barbara G. Thomas, 99, of Berkeley Springs, WV, formerly of Winchester, VA, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019, at Spring Arbor Assisted Living.
Born 1920 in Dolgeville, NY, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Maybelle Greenlee. After living in Arkport, NY for most of her childhood, she attended Bryant and Stratton Business School in Buffalo, NY. She was a secretary for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company and Temple University Medical School in Philadelphia, PA where she met her husband, Wilbur Clyde Thomas. They were married in Los Angeles, CA in 1951 and resided there until moving to Meadville, PA in 1955 with their two children. They retired to Statesville, NC and later moved to Winchester. Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She also enjoyed doing needlework, focusing on traditional rug hooking during the last thirty years of her life. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Winchester.  She was preceded in death by her husband in 1991.
Surviving is a daughter, Susan Thomas and her husband Glenn Horr of Berkeley Springs, WV and a son, Peter Thomas of St. Louis Park, MN; granddaughter, Laurel Manville and husband Juston of Storrs, CT and great-grandson, Cooper T. Manville of Storrs, CT.