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CGP prof Will Walker, Cooperstown, helps daughter Eleanor, 3, push along her block of ice toward the conveyor belt.

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Cooperstown’s Grady brothers – Beckett, 3, left, and Gavin, 4, right – saw the annual Hanford Mills Museum Ice Harvest Saturday, Feb. 1, in East Meredith as an opportunity to make a new friend, and snowwrestled with Josh Nelson, 6, of Maryland. The first abovefreezing day in weeks brought 900 out to the annual event.

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Volunteer John Rafter, Oneonta, had the warmest spot in the place, tending an outdoor hearth.

McKenna Sellick, 9, Hartwick, hauls a sack of sawdust to the museum’s ice house, where blocks of ice will be stored for ice-cream making on the Fourth of July.

Owen Siedsma, 9 months, savors the cold on the back of dad Mike, a submariner visiting from Groton, Conn., with wife Katie, who was raised in Unadilla. Mike shared a cup of soup with his mother-in-law Lori White, Unadilla, wife of Bank of Cooperstown President Scott White.

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ander Moffat has come a long way since filming chickens.

“We got this box of baby chicks for our farm and my sister Campbell and I were playing with them,” he said.

“I just grabbed the camera and started recording.”

Thus, a career was born.

“When I was a kid, I didn’t Moffat realize that making movies was a job,” he said. “Later on, I put two and two together, and knew I wanted to do something in that world.”

The NYU film grad continued to make movies with his friends throughout his childhood. “I’d Please See FILM, B3

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s Pastor Teresa Sivers packed 50 liturgical stoles the other day, sending them along to their The rainbow pattern reflects next stop, she the “Shower of reflected on the Stoles” mesexhibit that had sage. just ended at her First United Methodist Church.

“We want (the stoles) to become historical,” she said. “We want the fight for equality to no longer be a fight.”

The stoles of many colors were from a collection of more than 1,000 assembled by the Institute for Welcoming Resources in Minneapolis, which formed in the 1980s to help bring gays and other ostracized Please See STOLES, B2

Winter Carnival organizer Sarah Lewandowski, left, introduces the 2013 Carnival Court during a blustery snowstorm on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013. From left are King Liam Dolin, Queen Rebecca Odell, and court members Jacob Miller, Katie Booan and Erik Mebust.

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he whole family can beat cabin fever with fireworks, a parade, dog show, food and beverage contests, sled races and more, all part of the Olympic-themed Cooperstown Winter Carnival. Friday-Sunday, Feb. 7-9. Various locations, Cooperstown. Info, full schedule, www.cooperstowncarnival.org; for highlights, see Page A3.

PROM-A-PALOOZA: See the latest in prom fashions and accessories with two fashion shows, swag bags and chances to win big prizes. Noon4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9, Southside Mall, Oneonta.

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ONEONTA’S OLYMPIAN: Meet Andrea Thies, a former Olympic rower who competed in the ’92 and ’96 games, for a show-and-tell of Olympic artifacts. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, The Owl’s Nest, 277 Main St., Oneonta. Info, www.oneontaworldoflearning. com.

POKER RUN: 17th annual Exeter Trail Blazers Poker Run. Sign up 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, the Genesee, 38 Lake St., Richfield Springs. Info, (315) 858-2105.

VINTAGE LOVE: Make old fashioned Valentines with local artist Linda Smith. 2-4 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 8, Greater Oneonta Historical Society, 183 Main St., Oneonta. Info, info@ oneontahistory.org., (607) 423-0960.

FANCY FABRICS: Fenimore Quilt Club Show features over 100 quilts. Demonstrations, raffle and more. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, show continues through Feb. 23. Cooperstown Art Association, 22 Main St., Cooperstown. Info, (607) 547-9777, www.cooperstownart.com.

DISCUSSION: Deborah Geurtze discusses the artistic process for her show “The Landscape We Call Home.” 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, The Art Garage, 689 Beaver Meadow Rd., Cooperstown.

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First UM Hosts Liturgical-Stole Exhibit Promoting Acceptance Over Ostracism to hinder a soul that is called to the STOLES/From B1 Holy Ghost?” wrote Mary Griffiths populations into the mainin a mid 1800s. That stole is dedistream of the United Methodist cated to women in the church.

Church and the United Church Some are made in memory, such of Christ. as “A Mother’s Labor of Love,” Each stole was donated or made by 92-year-old Aletha Little created by ministers or congrein memory of her son, Jim Little, gations supporting inclusion. who was fired from his church “Each has a different story when it was revealed that he was about a clergy member,” said gay. He died of AIDS in 1990.

Sivers Still others were anonymous, Rev. Tammy Lindhal, who like one from a gay pastor who preaches in central Minnesota, detailed his struggle with a church donated a stole made from that considers being gay a sin. fabric printed with cows, pigs “How could God love me and and sheep to honor her dairyreject me at the same time?” he farm heritage. But her story, wrote. printed on the stole, tells of At the United Methodist Anthe struggle she feels as a gay woman working in the church. Pastor Siver’s has nual Conference each May, Siv“I pray for the day when God’s been active in the ers doesn’t wear a stole, part of a group that aims to raise awareness spirit will move the church to church’s accepIan Austin/ OTSEGO.life tance movement of those who, for whatever reason, Phil Youngs, retired Hartwick College art professor, examines the scarves full acceptance.” nationally. in the exhibit he helped organize at Oneonta’s First United Methodist can’t be ordained.

Another stole, dating to the Church.

The United Methodists became 19th century, was prompted by a reconciling church 25 years ago. “An 86- als were bad, but I’ve changed my mind the 1880 decision by the Episcopal church helped organize the Oneonta exhibit, as he year-old woman stood up at the meeting and and so can you’,” recounted Phil Youngs, a not to ordain women. “Is it not a solemn has for 12 years. “This is part of something fearful thing, is it not cruel beyond compare said, ‘I grew up in a time when homosexuretired Hartwick College art professor who bigger,” he said.

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“We wanted to film the school and help people make a personal connection between schools in Kenya and schools in the U.S.,” said Xander. “It helps build that connection early on.”

Camera in hand, Xander Moffat prepares to capThe Network identifies ture activity at a Kenyan school for “A Light in what schools in developthe Village” while on location last summer. ing countries need, whether supplies, renovations or two weeks last June, and cess, being able to see what additions, and raises funds although he says the film someone needs instead of to meet those needs. “The is not a “Sundance-type” just sending money.” schools over there are a documentary, Moffat and Proceeds from this project stability point for those Goeller plan to screen it at will go towards building a kids,” he said. “You can’t schools and civic organizadorm. ignore the poverty, but it tions in hopes of raising And although this film was encouraging to see that money and awareness for won’t be screening at your they’re all trying to make a the project. “Crowdfunding local theater, Moffat is part difference.” is great,” he said. “It makes of several films in the works He shot footage for for a really meaningful pro- that just might, including “Days and Nights,” a modern retelling of Chekhov’s “The Seagull,” starring Katie Holmes and William Hurt. “I was in the art department and a set dresser,” he said.

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He also worked in the art department for the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival entry “Deep Powder,” filmed in Hudson, where he got to get a little creative with his props. “They give you a tremendous amount of leeway,” he said. “Since it’s about a secret ski society, we had all these old wooden skis that we carved up with all these fake names and symbols — but no one’s ever going to see them that closely.”

He also had a chance to work on a film by his idol, Wes Anderson. “I drove the van to the test shoots for “Moonrise Kingdom,” he said. “My mom took me to see ‘Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou’ because Henry Cooper” – Cooperstown’s Henry S.F. Cooper –“was in it,” he said. “It sort of came full circle.”

Ultimately, Moffat says, he would like to produce.

“I love working with writers and directors to watch it develop,” he said.

“The collaboration is a little exciting.”

And he still has that old camera he used to shoot the chicken footage. “We got it out just a few weeks ago,” he said. “We were using it to watch old movies.”

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OLYMPIAN -- 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Olympic rower Andrea Thies shows her Olympic artifacts. Owl’s Nest, 277 Main St., Oneonta. Info, www.oneontaworldoflearning.com.

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IDOL -- 4 p.m. “American Idol” hopeful Kaitlyn Jackson meets fans and signs autographs. The Vinyl Music Vault, 300 Main St., Oneonta. Info, (607) 441-3121.

SPAGHETTI -- 4:30-7 p.m.

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made sauces, salad and desserts. $9 adults, $5 kids.

Benefits Living Waters mission team. Cooperstown Presbyterian Church, 25 Church St., Cooperstown. (607) 547-8401.

DRAMA CLUB -- 7 p.m. John Bishop’s “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.” $6 adults, $4 seniors/students. Morris Central School, 65 W. Main St., Morris.

Info, (607) 263-6100.

CONCERT – 7:30 p.m. From Boston, Redline brings a capella fun to Cooperstown for Winter Carnival weekend. Tickets at Ellsworth and Sill, Church & Scott,

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Office space available at beautiful historic Railroad Avenue in Cooperstown. Off-street parking available! Call Tim at 607-4359859.

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2000 SQ FT COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT. Located in Cooperstown on Railroad Avenue. Wide open floor plan with phone, high speed internet and power connections spread throughout the space. Electric, Heat and Garbage are included in the asking price of $1800 per month. Offered by John Mitchell Real Estate. Contact Michael Swatling (607) 264-3954.

HOMES FOR RENT 3 bedroom, 2 bath, laundry, off street parking, Coop School Dist.

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Oneonta Office Spaces For Lease! Great central location close to downtown with great parking. Spaces range in size so call for details. Ask about getting 2 months FREE rent!! Contact Benson Agency Real Estate and Ask for Becky Thomas. 607-4324391, X-202.

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607 434 5177 3ClassFeb6 Cooperstown Village Home.

Wonderfully Updated & Fully Furnished. Two Bedrooms, Two Baths, Large Center Island Kitchen,and Dining Area Living Room with Fireplace, Fenced in Yard Overlooking 5th Green At Leatherstocking Golf Course and Otsego Lake. This home is easy walking distance to Bassett, and Main Street.. Available Oct. 1. $1,700.00 per month, Plus Utilities. Annual Lease Available, References Required 1 Months Security,& Realtor Fee ~No Smoking No Pets~ Call or Text Laura Coleman, John Mitchell Real Estate , 607-437-4881 TFN HOUSE FOR RENT VILLAGE OF COOPERSTOWN. Large 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath with new kitchen, hardwood floors, nice 2nd level deck and good size back yard. Close to all amenities. $1800 per month including all utilities. Tenant is responsible for phone and internet only.

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THURSDAY-FRIDAY, FEB. 6-7, 2014 and The Fly Creek General Store.

Rain or shine, snow or ice. Info, tickets, (607) 547-1812, info@ cooperstownconcertseries.org.

Sunday, February 9

WINTER CARNIVAL -Cooperstown Winter Carnival.

Various locations, Downtown Cooperstown. Info, full schedule, www.cooperstowncarnival.org.

SOUP! -- 11 a.m.-2 p.m., “Second Sunday Soup,” serving homemade hot soup. All welcome, donations appreciated. At the Polly House (next to the Fire House), Schuyler Lake.

PROM-A-PALOOZA -- Noon-4 p.m. Latest in prom fashions and accessories with chances to

win big prizes. Southside Mall, Oneonta. Info, www.shopsouthsidemall.com.

BOOKS -- 1-4 p.m. Books and Bargain Sale. Handicapped accessible. First U.M. Church, 66 Chestnut St., Cooperstown. Info, (607) 547-6137.

KIDS PROGRAM -- 4 p.m. Play Snow Snake, a traditional Native American winter game. SUNY Oneonta College Camp Lodge, Upper East St. Oneonta. Info, (607) 436-3455.

CONCERT -- 3 p.m. Oneonta Community Concert Band presents it’s annual “Good Ol’ Summertime in Winter” Concert.

Free, bring seating. FoxCare Center, 1 Foxcare Dr., Oneonta.

Info, (607) 432-7977.

shopping and gym. No smoking, no pets. Move in condition. (585) 261-3728.

3ClassFeb21 Cooperstown village apartment, 4BR, 2BA in historica carriage house. Skylights, open concept floorplan. Very short walk to hospital. $950.00 plus utilities. Call Fran at (941) 445-7744.

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3ClassFeb14 Cooperstown One-Bedroom Apartments for rent. Tenants wanted for large apt., 1 bedroom.

Kitchen, full bath, off-street parking. $575.00 plus utilities; smaller apt. $525.00. No smoking; pets can be discussed. Info, (845) 674-0438.

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Legal notice NOTICE OF FORMATION of Surface Science Blasting Technology, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with the Sec’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/14/2014. Office Location: Otsego County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: 10 Raymond Avenue, Oneonta, New York 13820. purpose: Any lawful activity.

6LegalMar20 Legal notice LEGAL NOTICE: Mary Beth Windrath, LLC Articles of Organization filed with NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 1/24/2014. Office in Otsego County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 20 Gardner PL Apt 80, Oneonta, NY 13820, which is also the principal business location.

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Legal notice Notice of Formation of Chandler Equipment, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/28/14. Office location: Otsego County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: c/o The LLC, 6755 State Highway 51, Burlington Flats, NY 13315. Purpose: any lawful activity.

6LegalMar13 Legal notice Notice of formation of MAPLE COURT GAISFORD APARTMENTS LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on December 18, 2013. The office of the LLC is to be located in Otsego County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to: The LLC, 3041 County Highway 8, Oneonta, NY 13820. The purpose of the LLC

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6LegaMar6 Legal notice Notice of Formation of a NY Limited Liability Company. Name: ROEDALE LAND LLC. Articles of organization filing date with Secretary of State (SSNY) was 3 January 2014. Office location: Otsego County. SSNY has been designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and SSNY shall mail copy of process to 626 McShane Road, Richfield Springs, NY 13439. Purpose is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under NYS laws.

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6LegalFeb27 Legal notice American Storage Systems will sell at Public Auction all the personal property stored by Kathleen Dilena in Room B22 and Mark Bailey in Rooms M22 and M23 att 10am, Monday, January 20,2014, at the premises of American Storage Systems, 330 Pony Farm Road, Oneonta, NY. For directions and further information call 607-432-7870 2LegalJan23

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Notice of Qualification of Vanderbilt SPE LP Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/16/13. Office location: Otsego County. LP formed in Delaware (DE) on 12/02/13. SSNY designated as agent of LP upon whom process against it may be served.

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Name and addr. of each general partner are available from SSNY. DE addr. of LP: 2711 Centerville Rd., Ste. 400, Wilmington, DE 19808. Arts. of Org. filed with DE Secy. of State, Federal & Duke of York Sts., Dover, DE 19901.

Purpose: Any lawful activity.

6LegalFeb21 Legal notice MANTAKA HOMES, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 12/27/2013. Office in Otsego Co. SSNY design Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process, in care of Trosset Group Attorneys, to 6432 State Highway 28, Fly Creek, NY 13337. Purpose: Any Lawful purpose.

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Dairy, LLC, for which the Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State on November 14, 2013. The office of said entity is to be located in Otsego County, New York.

The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the limited liability company, upon whom process against it may be served, and the post office address within this State to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him is 4241 State Hwy 51, Garrattsville, NY 13342. The purpose of the business of such limited liability company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law. 6legalFeb13 Legal notice NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY The name of the entity is Eagle’s Lookout LLC, for which the Articles of Organization

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The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the limited liability company, upon whom process against it may be served, and the post office address within this State to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him is 4 Hargenhan Court, Bedford, NY, 10506. The purpose of the business of such limited liability company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law. 6legalFeb13

2013. Certificate of Conversion filing date with the SSNY was 10 December 2013. Office location: Otsego County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and SSNY shall mail copy of process to 7890 State Highway 80, Springfield Center, NY 13468. Purpose is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under NYS laws.

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LLC. Articles of Organization filing date with Secretary of State (SSNY) was December 9, 2013. Office location: Otsego County. SSNY has been designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and SSNY shall mail copy of process to 217 Pritchard Road, West Winfield, NY 13491. Purpose is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under NYS laws.

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Notice of Formation of Unadilla Diner, L.L.C. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/24/13. Office location: Otsego County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, The Miller Bldg., 441 North Fifth St., Philadelphia, PA 19123.

Purpose: any lawful activities.

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Notice of Qualification of Carpenter Trade LLC. App. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) 12/20/13. Office location: Otsego County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 12/9/13.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Scott Carpenter, 69 Main Street, Cherry Valley, NY 13320.

DE address of LLC: 874 Walker Road, Ste. C, Dover, DE 19904. Arts. of Org. filed with DE Secy. of State, 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901.

Purpose: any lawful activity.

Legal notice Notice of Conversion of a Partnership to a New York Limited Liability Company pursuant to New York Limited Liability Company Law Section 1006. Name: HAYDENDALE LLC. Articles of Organization filing date with the Secretary of State (SSNY) was 26 November

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IN MEMORIAM

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2014

HOMETOWN ONEONTA B-7

Arthur L. Stockin, 92; Farmer’s Percherons In City’s Memorial Day Parade For Years ONEONTA – Arthur L. “Sam” Stockin, 92, who used to ride his white stallion in the Memorial Day parade, passed away Thursday, Jan. 30, 2014 at the Chestnut Park Nursing & Rehab Center.

Sam was born on Sept.

16, 1921, in Meridale, the son of the late George and Rose (Mondone) Stockin.

On Nov. 15, 1942, he married his high school sweetheart, Frances M. Bender, at the Treadwell United Methodist Church. They celebrated 52 years of marriage until Frances’ passing in 1995.

He was involved in farming for most of his life, owning and operating two dairy farms over the years. Sam had a deep love for horses, having many on his farms over the years.

His favorite was a big American Albino show stal-

lion that he raised from a colt, which he would ride in the Oneonta Memorial Day parades while carArthur Stockin rying the American flag. After retiring from farming, he drove school buses for the Laurens Central School district for 20 years.

He was a member of the Laurens Presbyterian Church.

Sam is survived by his daughter, Raneé (Bob) Stockin-Moss of Laurens; his sons, Ronald H. Stockin of Lander, Wyo., and Michael C. Stockin of Morris; four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, Kylie and Klara Whittaker of Delhi, Aidan and Camden

Barbara M. Rizzo, 74; City Born, Retired From State Labor Office ONEONTA – Barbara M. Rizzo, 74 , retired claims examiner at the state Department of Labor, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2014 at Fox Hospital with her loving family at her side.

Barbara was born on July 13, 1939, in Oneonta, the daughter of the late James D. and Anna E. (Gritt) McKean. She married Anthony M. Rizzo on Nov. 18, 1961, at St. Mary’s Church. He predeceased her on Oct. 29, 2007.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Church, the Strike & Spare Ladies Bowling League, the Sixth Ward Athletic Club, where she played in the Thursday Afternoon Card Club, and the OHS Alumni Association. She was also a Mary Kay sales representative.

Barbara is survived her sons, Michael Rizzo and his wife, Terri of Loganville, Ga., and Clinton Rizzo and his wife, Kim, Town of Maryland. Also, eight grandchildren, Nicole, Tyler, Ryleigh, Brett, Lance, Derek, Damian and Aaliyah; her great-granddaughter, Lenora; her sister, Judith A. McWherter of Oneonta; her brothers-in-law, Nicholas S. Rizzo and Joseph L. Rizzo and his wife, Michal Ann; two nieces, Nicola Rizzo and Erin Doucas and her husband, Christian; a nephew, Joseph Rizzo; a great-nephew, Logan Doucas; many cousins, and her dear friends, Philip and Jeanette Colone.

Besides her husband and parents she was predeceased by her father- and motherin-law, Nicholas and Anna Rizzo.

The funeral was Tuesday, Feb. 4, at St. Mary’s, with Father David Mickiewicz, pastor, officiating. Interment followed at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Emmons.

Memorial donations may be made to the the Catskill Area Hospice, 1 Birchwood Drive, Oneonta, NY 13820.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home.

Stockin of N.H., and Bentley Stockin of Morris; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife, Frances, and his daughter-in-law, Kimberly Stockin.

Friends and family may call 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at the Bookhout Funeral Home. A memorial service will immediately follow at the funeral home, with Judith A. Gage, CRE, officiating. Burial will take place in the spring.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Bookhout Funeral Home.

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At Home Care is growing and seeks to hire: RN Manager

for our Medicare-Certified Home Health Care Branch Office, Herkimer NY 5 years Acute Care experience; 2 years home health and BSN preferred.

Physical Therapist, full-time Occupational Therapist, per visit

Two years acute care experience required to provide 1:1 patient-centered rehabilitative care to individuals in their home – Otsego, Schoharie and Delaware Counties Experience with electronic patient record preferred.

A competitive wage and benefit package are offered.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please contact Laurene Vosburgh at 800-783-0613, 607-432-7634 or Email: lvosburgh@ahcnys.org

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Internal Auditor The Internal Audit and Compliance Division at NYCM Insurance is seeking a talented, motivated and analytically inclined individual for the position of Internal Auditor. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment with potential for advancement. NYCM Insurance offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.

This position plans, performs and reports on risk-based internal audit and consulting engagements throughout the company. Types of engagements include compliance, financial, operational, information technology and fraud audits and consulting engagements.

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Business Administration or related field, Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, excellent oral and written communication skills and strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Experience of two or more years in internal audit, IT audit or public accounting is required.

Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CISA or CPCU is highly desired.

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The Human Resources Division at NYCM Insurance is seeking a talented, motivated and creative individual for the position of Education Trainer in the People Development Department. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment with potential for advancement. NYCM Insurance offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.

This position designs, develops and organizes training curriculum, manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials. Types of engagements include selection and development of teaching aids and methods, assisting with establishment and coordination of training schedules, assisting with administering and facilitating training classes and programs, and the ability to prepare and analyze a training budget.

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree preferably in an English related field, Communication, Business Management, or Education, P & C license (or willingness to obtain), facilitation and training design and delivery experience, effective writing, communication, organization and time management skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Lotus Notes. Insurance industry experience preferred.

Please apply in person at: Brewery Ommegang, 656 County Highway 33, Cooperstown, NY. Brewery Ommegang – Duvel Moortgat USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT The Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) at the State University of New York College at Oneonta invites applications for the position of Maintenance Assistant HVAC/Plumbing Shop. Work hours for this full-time permanent position are 3 pm to 11:30 pm (2nd shift) during the college academic year, with weekday pass days; and 7 am to 3:30 pm (1st shift) during the summer months. Assigned to HVAC/Plumbing Shop, expectations are to perform semi-skilled activities in the installation, alteration and repair of pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, ventilating, heating control, and water and drainage systems, generally under the supervision of a Plumber and Steamfitter. SUNY Oneonta is a comprehensive, public, liberal arts and sciences college with 6,000 students and 1,200 employees.

The College is ranked among the top 100 colleges in the Northeast by U.S. News & World Report. The MOC has more than 63 trades members that are responsible for maintaining the various HVAC and plumbing operating systems required for the students, staff and public on a public campus that operates 24/7. To learn more about the College or the Department, please visit www.oneonta.edu or www.oneonta.edu/admin/facilities/default.asp. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working with and serving diverse populations.

For a complete description of this position, go to: www.oneonta.edu/employment.

To apply online, go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/ candapply.jsp?JOBID=46407.

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: www.oneonta.edu/employment.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: www.oneonta.edu/home/diversity.asp. Moreover, the College is an EEO/AA/ADA employer. Women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please complete an online application on the NYCM careers page at www.nycm.com.

Specify Internal Auditor or Education Trainer as “Area of Interest” on the employment application.

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OBITUARIES

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2014

THE FREEMAN’S JOURNAL B-7

William C. Peters, 75; For 21 Years, Served As Schuyler Lake Fire Chief EXETER – William “Bill” C. Peters, 75, Town of Exeter, Schuyler Lake fire chief for 21 years, died Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014, at Bassett Hospital, after a long illness.

Born at Bassett Hospital Sept. 30, 1938, Bill was the son of Lewis C. and Gertrude (Rathbun) Peters. He was raised in Cooperstown and graduated from Cooperstown High School, Class of 1956. He enlisted in the Navy in 1956 and served as a sonar operator aboard the USS Thomas J. Gary, a Destroyer Escort.

Following active service Bill remained in the Naval Reserve until September 1962.

Upon his return to Cooperstown, Bill worked at Western Auto and thereafter, and for many years, he worked as a buyer in material procurement at Remington Arms in Ilion.

Most recently, Bill worked at Bassett Hospital.

Bill was an active and dedicated volunteer in his community. It could be said that his favorite activity, even more so than bowling which he loved and excelled at, was volunteering in the

fire service. He was a member of the Cooperstown Fire Department in 1960-1972, the Richfield Springs Fire Department 1972-1974, and in the Schuyler Lake Fire Department from 1974 until his death.

Bill was predeceased by his wife, Nancy (Reynolds) on Dec. 14, 2013. He is survived by his son, Mark Peters of Cape Cod, Mass.; his daughter, Jaci Lamb of Cape Coral, Fla.; his stepson, John (Lori) Lamb of Exeter; and his stepson, Brett Utter (and his significant other, Heather Minnich) of Newington, Conn.

Bill, or “Billy Bob” as he was known by members of his family, is also survived by his sister, Donna Robinson of Cooperstown and his brother, Lee (Dottie) Peters of North Carolina and his brother Jerry (Kathleen) Peters of Connecticut. Bill is also survived by five grandchildren and eight nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Tillapaugh Funeral Home, Cooperstown, with Rev. Bill Delia, pastor of the Cooperstown United

David L. Duncan Sr., 59; Enjoyed Tinkering With Cars MARYLAND – David L. Duncan Sr., 59, a lifelong area resident who worked at Hawley’s Auto Recycle, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, Jan. 29, 2014, at Bassett Hospital.

He was born on April 30, 1954, in Herkimer, son of the late Frank D. and Shirley Slater Duncan. He was raised and educated in Richfield David Springs and Duncan Milford.

On Oct. 5, 1974, he married the former Darlene Hawley in Schenevus. They first made their home in Cherry Valley and for the past 35 years in Maryland.

David first worked for Dave Drake Farms in Milford and later for his fatherin-law, Glen C. Hawley at Hawley’s Auto Recycle in Cooperstown Junction. He formally retired in 2002, but would still turn wrenches in his garage at home.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Darlene; two sons, David Duncan Jr. of Otego, Derek Duncan and his wife, Shannon of Cooperstown Junction; one daughter, Naomi Grigoli and her husband, John of Maryland; two brothers and their wives, Frank D. Jr. and Teena Duncan of Schenevus, Joseph and Joyce Duncan of

Frankfort; two sisters, Terry Kilts of Cooperstown, Dawn Covey of Richfield Springs; four grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and cousins; a special friend, Wesley “Chester” Baldwin.

Methodist Church, officiating. The Schuyler Lake Fire Department will conduct the fireman’s service as part of the memorial service. The family will be present from 5 pm until the service to receive friends. Burial and committal will occur in the spring on the family plot in the Hartwick Seminary Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Schuyler Lake Fire Department, PO Box 112, Schuyler Lake, NY 13457 Arrangements are entrusted to Tillapaugh Funeral Service.

Proud To be Oneonta’s Only

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“Our family is committed to providing you with a personal as well as professional level of service, and still maintain affordability” -John & Kathleen Pietrobono

AllOTSEGO.opportunities

At Home Care is growing and seeks to hire: RN Manager

for our Medicare-Certified Home Health Care Branch Office, Herkimer NY 5 years Acute Care experience; 2 years home health and BSN preferred.

Physical Therapist, full-time Occupational Therapist, per visit

Two years acute care experience required to provide 1:1 patient-centered rehabilitative care to individuals in their home – Otsego, Schoharie and Delaware Counties Experience with electronic patient record preferred.

A competitive wage and benefit package are offered.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please contact Laurene Vosburgh at 800-783-0613, 607-432-7634 or Email: lvosburgh@ahcnys.org

www.bassett.org/at-home-care

Brewery Ommegang is currently seeking committed individuals for part time hosting positions in our Belgian style café. Candidates must be personable, trustworthy and enthusiastic. Weekends, evenings and some holidays will be required.

Internal Auditor The Internal Audit and Compliance Division at NYCM Insurance is seeking a talented, motivated and analytically inclined individual for the position of Internal Auditor. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment with potential for advancement. NYCM Insurance offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.

This position plans, performs and reports on risk-based internal audit and consulting engagements throughout the company. Types of engagements include compliance, financial, operational, information technology and fraud audits and consulting engagements.

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Business Administration or related field, Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, excellent oral and written communication skills and strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Experience of two or more years in internal audit, IT audit or public accounting is required.

Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CISA or CPCU is highly desired.

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The Human Resources Division at NYCM Insurance is seeking a talented, motivated and creative individual for the position of Education Trainer in the People Development Department. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment with potential for advancement. NYCM Insurance offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.

This position designs, develops and organizes training curriculum, manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials. Types of engagements include selection and development of teaching aids and methods, assisting with establishment and coordination of training schedules, assisting with administering and facilitating training classes and programs, and the ability to prepare and analyze a training budget.

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree preferably in an English related field, Communication, Business Management, or Education, P & C license (or willingness to obtain), facilitation and training design and delivery experience, effective writing, communication, organization and time management skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Lotus Notes. Insurance industry experience preferred.

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT The Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) at the State University of New York College at Oneonta invites applications for the position of Maintenance Assistant HVAC/Plumbing Shop. Work hours for this full-time permanent position are 3 pm to 11:30 pm (2nd shift) during the college academic year, with weekday pass days; and 7 am to 3:30 pm (1st shift) during the summer months. Assigned to HVAC/Plumbing Shop, expectations are to perform semi-skilled activities in the installation, alteration and repair of pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, ventilating, heating control, and water and drainage systems, generally under the supervision of a Plumber and Steamfitter. SUNY Oneonta is a comprehensive, public, liberal arts and sciences college with 6,000 students and 1,200 employees.

The College is ranked among the top 100 colleges in the Northeast by U.S. News & World Report. The MOC has more than 63 trades members that are responsible for maintaining the various HVAC and plumbing operating systems required for the students, staff and public on a public campus that operates 24/7. To learn more about the College or the Department, please visit www.oneonta.edu or www.oneonta.edu/admin/facilities/default.asp. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working with and serving diverse populations.

For a complete description of this position, go to: www.oneonta.edu/employment.

To apply online, go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/ candapply.jsp?JOBID=46407.

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: www.oneonta.edu/employment.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: www.oneonta.edu/home/diversity.asp. Moreover, the College is an EEO/AA/ADA employer. Women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please complete an online application on the NYCM careers page at www.nycm.com.

Specify Internal Auditor or Education Trainer as “Area of Interest” on the employment application.

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