Spring 2019 FRIENDS SUPPORTERS 2022
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OUR FRIENDS HELP STRENGTHEN THE REGION
Annual donors support our community in the broadest ways possible
Lowville Food Pantry is one of dozens of food pantries across Jefferson, St. Lawrence, and Lewis counties that gifts to the Friends of the Foundation Community Betterment Fund supports. See ‘On the Cover,’ page 3
INSIDE: Friends of the Foundation annual donors page 3 // Five nonprofits awarded LEAD Impact Grants page 14
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Northern New York
Community Foundation Since 1929
Located within the Northern New York Philanthropy Center
131 Washington Street Watertown, NY 13601 315-782-7110 • info@nnycf.org St. Lawrence County Extension
30 Court Street, Canton, NY 13617
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Board of Directors Katherine F. Fenlon, Copenhagen Chair
Catherine Burns Quencer, Dexter Vice Chair
Mark R. Lavarnway, Watertown Secretary / Treasurer
Jude Renzi, Henderson Harbor Immediate Past Chair
Jeffrey Ginger, Adams Center Marie A. Hess, Sackets Harbor David J. Males, Clayton Elizabeth Perry, Adams Theresa L. Quintin, Evans Mills Brent Sanford, Clayton Thomas R. Sauter, Wanakena Robert M. Sligar, Carthage Emily Sprague, Watertown Cheryl R. Steckly, Lowville Katherine Wyckoff, Canton
Staff Rande Richardson Executive Director rande@nnycf.org
Max DelSignore Assistant Director max@nnycf.org
Friends Supporters 2022
Together, friends lead by example We dedicate this edition of Thoughtful Giving to those who, during 2021, made the choice to directly support the work, mission, and programs of the Northern New York Community Foundation. It is you who stand strong with us not only for this year but for the days ahead. BECAUSE OF YOUR thoughtful giving, our region is better positioned for success. Your gifts are valuable tools that go to work to support basic human needs, educational opportunities, as well as overall quality of life, including arts, culture, and the humanities. LEADING BY EXAMPLE. The Friends listed in this issue stand together and lead by example to demonstrate the importance of community investment and the value of nurturing a culture of civic engagement and care in the broadest way possible, across the region and generations. Because of you, we can also continue and grow our Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge, Youth Philanthropy Council, and LEAD programs. Just like any investments, you expect a return on that investment. I can assure you that your decision has impact both today and tomorrow. The worth of a community foundation lies in the value its supporters assign to it. Our friends have once again demonstrated that.
LEADING WITH STRENGTH. Those listed on the following pages are friends of the highest magnitude. They recognize that a strong community RANDE RICHARDSON foundation translates to a stronger North Country. They acknowledge that, in addition to, specific charitable interests, there is tremendous value in support for the greater good, that ultimately makes all our lives, and those of our neighbors, better. It helps strengthen our nonprofit partners and communities throughout Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties, and positions them to succeed. LEADING WITH COMMITMENT. Friends are one of life’s greatest possessions. I join the board of directors and the Community Foundation team in expressing our deep appreciation for the privilege and trust. Always know that this organization cherishes that sacred bond and affirms that your commitment is valued and never taken for granted. We owe the leaders listed on the following pages our heartfelt gratitude. Know that each story of community betterment is also yours. Your imprint is on the people and places of Northern New York. We look forward to sharing those stories, and our continued thanks in the months ahead.
Beth Maguire Director of Finance beth@nnycf.org
Ken Eysaman
OUR MISSION:
Director of Communications ken@nnycf.org
Kraig Everard Director of Stewardship & Programs kraig@nnycf.org
Michele Jeican
Finance Coordinator michele@nnycf.org
Mary Perrine Coordinator of Partnerships maryp@nnycf.org
Mary Loftus Program Assistant mary@nnycf.org
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OUR VALUES:
To inspire and celebrate giving, steward resources honorably, and foster vibrant North Country communities. INSPIRE PHILANTHROPY
DEVELOP RELATIONSHIPS
ACT RESPECTFULLY
HONOR STEWARDSHIP
Inspire a spirit of giving across generations, celebrate generosity in many forms, and nurture meaningful legacies.
Honor our heritage; appreciate the diversity of our region; and celebrate the stories, values, and generosity of people of the North Country.
Connect donor interests to the community, build and sustain partnerships, and listen for emerging needs.
Steward resources responsibly and act with the greatest regard for donor wishes now and for the future.
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Friends of the Foundation 2021 Annual Community Betterment Fund
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Business partners help make Northern New York stronger.
he Northern New York Community Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts of business partners to the Friends of the Foundation Annual Community Betterment Fund whose collective contributions provide for the future of our community and its people. Your gifts help make possible our work together in the community. Business partners that made gifts between January 1 and December 31, 2021, to help strengthen the quality of life in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties are listed here. THANK YOU!
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Italian American Civic Association
On the cover ... Friends gifts help our neighbors in need
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owville Food Pantry volunteers Linda O’Leary, left, and Linda Dean are pictured in the pantry’s new facility off Trinity Avenue that opened last year. A $20,000 Community Foundation grant supported a capital project to overhaul the organization’s facility, moving operations into a new building. The food pantry meets the critical food needs of individuals and families throughout Lewis County with its reach serving more than 300 families each month. Community Foundation support for Lowville Food Pantry was made possible by donors like YOU who make gifts to the Friends of the Foundation Annual Community Betterment Fund, which helps strengthen a wide range of charitable organizations and programs across Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties. nnycf.org
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Friends of the Foundation 2021 Annual Community Betterment Fund Making Northern New York stronger for everyone.
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he Northern New York Community Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts of donors whose collective contributions provide for the future of our community and its people. Your gifts help make possible our work together in the community, including addressing emerging and evolving needs in the areas of animal welfare, arts & culture, children, community development, conservation & environment, education, elderly, families, health & wellness, history, human services, recreation, and youth. All donors who made gifts to the Friends of the Foundation Annual Community Betterment Fund between January 1 and December 31, 2021, to help strengthen the quality of life in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties are listed here. THANK YOU!
Leadership gifts ACCO Brands USA Stephen & Pamela Can Carthage Savings & Loan Association Community Bank Gregory & Katherine Couch William & Kimberly Couch William C. & Margaret C. Couch Andrea & Eric DeLaGarza Dyson Foundation Paul J. Flynn John L. Gormley Deborah Hirschey Hyde-Stone Charitable Foundation Mart Liinve Morgia Wealth Management Margot Remington Oman Lee A. “Gus” Murray Renzi Foodservice Charitable Foundation Waite Toyota T. Urling Walker UBS — The Couch Group Watertown Savings Bank Kay Woodruff
Gifts over $1,000 Cynthia R. Ahlheim Anonymous James & Allison Chadwick Lee & Shirley Clary David & Nikki Crapser Max & Sara DelSignore Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Peter Duffy Brian & Katherine Fenlon Cathy L. Flowers John J. Gaffney Galen & Cathy Jackman Joseph & Deborah LaClair
Mark & Joanne Lavarnway Lennelle McKinnon John S. McNeely Edgar & Linda Merrell Network for Good RBC Wealth Management Watertown Rande Richardson Mrs. Mary P. Sanford Jill & Tim Savage Michael & Jacquelyn Schell Phil & Emily Sprague Dawn Stone & Family W. Barton & Anna J. Van Slyke John & Georgia Vose Mary Jane Watson
Gifts of $1,000 Anonymous C&S Family of Companies (Piggly Wiggly) Roger & Carol Austin Lewis W. Brindis Ben & Josie Domingo Juliana Eames Jeanne Emery Jack & Sharon Hammond Mary & Anthony Izzo Kevin A. Kieff Harold & Sally L’Huillier Steve Lyndaker & Shereen Palmer Candace & John Marsellus Mary & Ted Mascott Kenneth & Marion McAuliffe Nichole M. Moles Cyril & Marlene Mouaikel Newzjunky Dr. Manuel & Sally Palao Joan & Ed* Pflugheber Marvin & Sylvia Reimer Robert & Carolyn “Callie” Smith Stewart’s Shops Bruce & Donna Thomas
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Merlin & JoAnn Tousant David O. Van Eenenaam, M.D. Peter & Kathy Wyckoff
Gifts of $500 to $999 Anonymous Lynn & Scott K. Brown Roxanne M. Burns Richard & Ellen Bush Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Cappon Sarah & Maurice Cleaver John & Mary Jo Deans Marty & Sharon DelSignore Vici & Steve Diehl Kenneth J. Eysaman III John & Mary Lou Ferry Denny A. Fuller Trevor Garlock Mr. & Mrs. H. Pim* Goodbody Jr. Brett & Allison Gorham Hope A. Hammond Douglas & Mary Hanno Mena Hansinger Michael & Anne Harris Haylor, Freyer & Coon Bruce & Margaret Howe Don & Donna Hunt Cindy & Jim Intschert Krafft Cleaning Service Lou Ann Lange James LaPlante & Rosanne Weir Dr. Rachel E. Lewis & Roger F. Johnson Donna D. Macsuga Maggie & Alex Mehran Elsa I. Marsh Julie & Tom Mathien Marion L. Merrill Jeff & Mary Perrine James J. Petercsak Laurie Podvin Theresa L. Quintin nnycf.org
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Timothy & Luanne Reagan Jude & Leslie Renzi Joseph & Robin Russell Grace & Tom Sauter Deanne Scanlon Louise & Mark Scarlett Sally Scott Ruth Seaman Ethel E. Smith Craig S. Snow Jeanne Roy Snow Edward F. & Cheryl R. Steckly Dave & Mary Stone Ronald G. Thomson Thousand Islands Sun Paul Trimper Philip Waite Russell & Mary Wilcox Sharon & Andrew Williams Donald & Diana Woodhouse William H. & Mary B. Wormuth
Gifts of $250 to $499 Anonymous (2) Jeff & Dori Barnard Karen & Edward Benjamin Barbarajean Blodgett Drew & Brooke Boulter Thomas H. Bradley 3rd Doug Brodie Jeffrey Burt Capital Construction Corp. / Anthony & Norah Machia Ben & Peggy Coe Margaret J. Cook Michael & JoAnne Crowley Doug & Cherie Danforth Gretchen G. Eysaman Christopher & Kari Fahrenbach Jeff & April Fallon Fort Pearl / Jeff Graham Bud & Ann Garlock Sandra Geiss Bill & Liz George Patricia E. Guldenpfennig John & Lorraine Henderson Nate & Kay Holloway Dr. Kelly R. Huiatt Italian American Civic Association Solomon & Rebecca Jantzi Michele & Tim Jeican John & Susan Johnson John & Brenda Kamide Marc & Chrisrina Laribee Roseanne Laverty Jeff, Claudia & Brie Marsh John & Jamie Moesel Paul Moshano nnycf.org
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James & Patricia Newell Edward G. Olley Jr., RA Irwin E. Parrotte Thomas T. Patterson & Linda S. Griffin Keith & Elizabeth Perry Peter & Laurie Pike Roxanne & Philip Pratt Alan Reed Gloria Rothschild Charles & Lisa L’Huillier Ruggiero Brent Sanford Bob & Jackie Sauter Kenneth Schwarz St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union The Stefanini Family Mr. & Mrs. Daniel E. Stern Tom & Teri Streeter Laura Teeter Joe & Beth Thesier Samuel S. Thomas Stephen & Pamela Todd Jan K. Turcotte Peter & Jeanette Turner Shannon & Justin VanCoughnett Carol B. Virkler David & Karen Walton John & JoAnn Wheeler Roy & Peggy White Lynn B. Whittier John & Susan Woodward Dan & Denise Young R. Matthew & Michele Young
Gifts of $101 to $249 A Cut Above Landscape & Lawn Care / Justin Chesbrough Michael & Margaret Alteri Marit C. Anderson Kenneth Andrews & Nancy Peschko Anonymous (3) Alexandra Belinky Anthony Burgess Lee & Jane Cagwin Janice L. Charles Clipper Inn Mary G. & Carl Colton Bruce & Elizabeth Daugherty Elisa Deierlein Kirk & Karen Denny Bill & Carol Doe Dan & Linda Fay Geraldine C. Fink Gerry Fish & Daniel N. Fish, MD Jeffrey L. Ginger Bruce & Lorraine Irwin Tim Ives Michael & Nancy Johnson Kerry & Scott Kennett
Barb & Lee Lavarnway Sallie A. Lennox Mary E. Loftus Gus & Wanda MacQueen William & Beth Maguire Mrs. Hope I. Marston Lynn K. Morgan Fred & Marlene Norfolk Steve & Patty Perry Cathy Pircsuk & James Burr Anna Platz Roxane C. Pratten Elizabeth Raisbeck Charlie Rhode Margaret & Ron Roberts Shane, Erin, Ryder & Maxwell Simser Bernard E. Slate Robert M. Sligar Ed & Debra Thompson Marilyn H. Trainor United Way of Central New York Bob & Betty Lou Vrooman Tom & Suella Young
Gifts of $100 and under John J.W. Allen Betty Andrews Anonymous (9) Tony Beane Robert L. Berback Malcolm C. Biedekapp Peter & Mindy Boenning Harry* & Peggy Bracken Robert & Carole Brown Sylvia J. Buduson Elizabeth B. Burdick Gary & Kimberly Busch Mel & Rose Busler Corey Campbell Ronald M. Capone & William B. Gleason Victor V. Carambia Tom & Irene Carman Helen G. Chisholm John & Lory Cobb Jonathan Cole Joyce & David Crossley Claudia Curley Constable Robert E. Dalton Ellen Darabaner Audrey Dominy Kathryn M. Del Guidice Sue Ebersol DeMar David Duff & Susie Wood Steven & Juanita Duffany Bill Ebersbach Barbara Eldridge Phyllis & David Ettinger Kraig Everard (continued on page 6) Northern New York Community Foundation
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Gifts of $100 and under (continued from page 5)
Carl & Margaret Farone Bridget Fetterly Caroline Dodge Fisher Travis & Erika Flint Lucy Reed Foltyniak Tom & Carrie French J.R. Gardner, CPA Albert Gault Terry* & Barbara Gehring Joann Gifford Michael & Donna Gnip Chuck & Linda Goolden Mr. & Mrs. Glenn Gough Cynthia & Stanley Graham Jayn Maxon Graves Nancy P. Gray Scott & Jolie Green Dwight & Barbara Greene Jon & Karen Hall Richard L. Halpin Brian & Julie Hanno Bob & Connie Haver Brian & Barbara Hefferon Henderson Daniel & Ellen Hayes Marie Hess Stacy Hickox Alma H. Hild Mary M. Hoffman Mark & Connie Holberg Joey Marie Horton Terry Hull Mark Irwin Martha B. Jablonski Jason Jantzi & Nikki Piiparinen Michele Jenkins Jill H. Johnson Warren A. Johnson Marcia & James Kettrick Pam & Michael Korn Jim & Claire Lafferty Donna LaLonde
Kay S. Laribee Jean Lawton LeClerc Family Joseph & Kathleen Leskoske Ann Lesperance Karen Loftus Chaz & Joanna Loomis Mike & Dawn Ludovici Renee Lustick Claire McGuire Kathleen Marceau Carolyn Marlowe Aileen Martin Bart & Cheryl Mayforth James & Joanne McClusky Kathy McGraw Rick Merrill Maria Mesires Rowena Miller Bob & Janet Montford Bilkey L. Moore Mike & Kathy Moran Judith Morley Burr & Linda Morris Kara Richardson Morris Bill & Judy Munro Aaron Naklick Thomas H. Neely New Century Electric Carolyn O’Connor Ron & June O’Neill Jim & Kim Oliver Virginia R. Palumbo Donna M. Partridge Priscilla & Pete Patenaude Richard & Michele Poulsen Kayla Perry & John Jamieson Wayne H. Phelps Gary & Susan Pilon Beverly Quencer William & Catherine Quencer Janet & Bob Quinn Jo A. Reid Eugene & Kristin Renzi Carol & Joe Rich
EVERY Gift Matters — THANK YOU!
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he Northern New York Community Foundation supports organizations and individuals working to grow a stronger, healthy and vibrant community for all, through the generosity of past, present and future Northern New Yorkers. Join us. Learn more about the Community Foundation’s work, programs
and people who strive to make an enduring difference at nnycf.org. n Donors listed include only those who made
gifts to the Friends of the Foundation Annual Community Betterment Fund. Gifts to donor advised, scholarship, or other named designated funds, will be recognized in a future publication.
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Ray & Janet Richardson Bruce & Sandra Rippeteau Matt & Andrea Roden Thomas H. Romoda Allison Roselle Elizabeth Scarlett Melissa & Stuart Schmitt Michael Schulenberg Bernadine Schwartzentruber Dr. Lisa Scrivani-Tidd Patrick Selleck Karin Sikirica Schuyler Smith Susan & Andrew Smith Theresa Smith Tom & Elizabeth Spaulding Jane A. Stoodley Amy Summerville-Loomis Carol M. Svendsen Marty & Jean Szkotak Dr. Robert C. Tague The Thomas Family Leo & Sonja Thompson E. Verrey Eric Virkler & Heidi VanZandt Sylvia S. Virkler Jennifer Voss Bob & Carol Wardwell Brian Watson Joseph & Laurie Weekes Robert* & Pat Wells Mary Ellen Wenk Bina C. West Nancy B. Whitley Susan L. Whitney Gary & Thadine Wight James & Vicki Wilson Michael & Debra Wojcicki Jack Wolfe Joan Treadwell Woods Stephen Yaussi Richard F. & Janet R. Young Jane Zimmerman *Deceased
n We strive for accuracy. If you find an error or omission, bring it to our attention so we can immediately correct it. The Community Foundation welcomes gifts throughout the year to support our ongoing work and mission. Gifts may be made in honor or memory of a friend or loved one. Make gifts to: Northern New York Community Foundation, 131 Washington St., Watertown, NY 13601. All gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
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Recent Tribute Gifts Includes gifts from Oct. 16, 2021, to Feb. 11, 2022, to the Friends of the Foundation Community Betterment Fund, or for those who have just recently passed. In Memory of Given by Dr. Robert A. “Bob” Adams Robert Caswell Ida Jane Alteri Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Christine Ames Samuel S. Thomas Karl R. Amylon Leo & Sonja Thompson William K. Archer Bob & Patty Gould Richard L. Halpin Alvin J. Hasner Brian & Tricia Nortz & Family Priscilla & Pete Patenaude Bina C. West Martha Sue Newell Atkinson Rande Richardson Lorraine Bell Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family
James Constance Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Sara Constance D Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Mr. & Mrs. Corbyce Cummings Constable Robert E. Dalton Suzann Cornell Bilkey L. Moore Nancy Wearne-Navarra Ellen Darr Jan B. Oliver Judy DeCastro Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Spero Dephtereos Robert Caswell David & Judy Desormeaux Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Glenn Dodge Bilkey L. Moore
Frederick C. Benedetto Robert Caswell Max & Sara DelSignore Rande Richardson T. Urling Walker
Edie H. Donato The Brad Hoover Family
Donna Berback Robert Berback
Ed & Jean Duffy Peter Duffy
The Biedekapp Family Malcolm Biedekapp
John Durand Thomas & Leah Neely
John J. Bondellio Robert Caswell
Sally Ebersbach Bill Ebersbach
Matthew J. Branski Glenn & Maureen Gough
Richard Edwards Ruth Seaman
Ronald “Butch” Brewer Susan L. Whitney Jane Brodie Doug Brodie Daniel A. Buduson Carol M. Svendsen Karl R. Burns Roxanne M. Burns Dale & Kay Bush Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Samuel C. “Chris” Calender Jean Lawton Bina C. West Dudley B. Chapman Nate & Kay Holloway Fred Clarke Donna LaLonde John W. Cobb John & Lory Cobb Patrick F. Coleman Rande Richardson
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Patricia J. Drappo Rande Richardson
Rebecca Ellis Brian & Barbara Hefferon Henderson Margaret & Ron Roberts Rev. Father Steven Michael Evans Rande Richardson Kenneth J. Eysaman II Gretchen G. Eysaman Kenneth J. Eysaman III Richard Fuller Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Roger Funnell Ron Shoemaker Ambrose J. & Agnes D. Gaffney John J. Gaffney Linda Gardner Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Stella Garitz Mrs. Hope I. Marston Priscilla & Pete Patenaude
Joseph C. Loftus Jr. Mary E. Loftus
Terry K. Gehring Max & Sara DelSignore Kraig Everard Kenneth J. Eysaman III Brian & Katherine Fenlon Barbara Gehring Jeffrey L. Ginger Alicia Glavocich Diana & Darrel Harris Family of Roy Harris Robert & Susan Horr Jessica Jeican Michele & Tim Jeican Katie Lawlee Mary E. Loftus William & Beth Maguire Debbie Running McGloine & Charlotte Running & Their Family Elena Murray Kim Murrock Jeff & Mary Perrine Kayla Perry & John Jamieson Theresa L. Quintin Rande Richardson Ray & Janet Richardson Charlotte Running & Timothy & Nancy Ruetten Lorraine Zimmerman
Helen & Ken Hartle Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family
Hilda Jackson Audrey Dominy
Greg Maur Ray & Janet Richardson
Mike Geiss Sandra Geiss
Donald & Edith Jacobs Solomon & Rebecca Jantzi
Margery E. McCarthy Rande Richardson
Stephen Getter Joyce & David Crossley Rande Richardson
S. Rudolph & Margaret Jantzi Solomon & Rebecca Jantzi
Anne C. Merrell Edgar & Linda Merrell
Sean B. Godfrey Nancy & Sandy Conde Max & Sara DelSignore Thomas & Charlene Dwyer, Mom & Dad Dwyer Robert & Susan Horr Jefferson County Probation Department Rande Richardson
Michelle R. Jessman Solomon & Rebecca Jantzi
Dr. Rita Goldberg Emily Hastings Harold Pim Goodbody Jr. Robert Caswell Janet J. George Rande Richardson William P. Shuman James V. Gosier Max & Sara DelSignore Ann M. Gosier Ted Gosier Rande Richardson Donald J. Grant Nate & Kay Holloway Ernest Griebsch Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Harold Hamilton Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Charles Borden Hamlin Bill Shuman & Betsy Meyerdierks George & Irma Hammond Hope A. Hammond
Louise B. Haslam Ed & Debra Thompson Dr. Walker R. Heap Max & Sara DelSignore Rande Richardson T. Urling Walker
Joseph C. Loftus Sr. Mary E. Loftus Margaret M. Loftus Mary E. Loftus Michael G. Loftus Mary E. Loftus
Jean Hickox Stacy Hickox
James & Beverly Maguire William & Beth Maguire
June L. Holder Max & Sara DelSignore
Jimmy John Maguire William & Beth Maguire
Donald “Don” G. Howard Frederick D. & Rosemarie B. Belcher Rose Crupi John G. & Valerie R. Lewis Arthur & Pat Williams
William & Shirley Maloy Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family
Clayton P. Hyde Max & Sara DelSignore Kenneth J. Eysaman III Rande Richardson
Joan M. Jones Elsa I. Marsh Christopher J. Kamide John & Brenda Kamide Henry J. & Audrey D. Kieff Kevin A. Kieff Ward Kinne Ron Yartz Mary Kirker Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Arthur E. “Buzz” Knight Rande Richardson Richard J. Lake Robert Caswell Rande Richardson Carleton & Beverly Lamica Michael & Nancy Johnson Frederick Langworthy Elsa I. Marsh Marilyn Laurenza Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Claire Hoyt Leonhardt William & Kimberly Couch William C. & Margaret C. Couch Brian A. L’Huillier Rande Richardson
Leonard R. Marsh William & Kimberly Couch William C. & Margaret C. Couch Elsa I. Marsh Beverly Quencer Bina C. West
Richard S. Merrill Marion L. Merrill Rick Merrill Nicholas D. Morgia Brian & Melissa Flinn Richard & Joyce Wise Mary Lou (Yantzi) Morse Rande Richardson Peyton Lane S. Morse Kenneth J. Eysaman III Lee & Margaret Gill Rylee, Brady & Marlee Gill Jordan Glazier Bob Morse St. Mary’s Church Ben & Dr. Sandi Timerman Dan & Amy Timerman Matt & Mary Timerman Paul Timerman Ralph & Sandy Timerman Susan Timerman Jack O’Brien Rande Richardson Terence M. O’Brien Mrs. Woody Cook & Daughters Frank Martino Rick Pullus & Sheila Barney-Pullus John & Paula Sullivan Shannon & Justin VanCoughnett Wright Brothers Raymond C. “Red” O’Neil Ron & June O’Neill
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Recent Tribute Gifts (continued from page 7) Josephine A. Ossola Robert Caswell Bill Payne Rande Richardson Karen Peclor Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Francine Petersen Priscilla & Pete Patenaude Roxanne & Philip Pratt Joseph Pistolesi Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Diane G. Phillips Robert Caswell Amanda Faye Platler Mary E. Loftus Col. (Ret.) Michael T. Plummer Michael & Margaret Alteri Association of the United States Army — Northern New York Fort Drum Chapter Richard R. & Joanne M. Babbitt Robert Caswell The Cipponeri Family The DaPonte Family Max & Sara DelSignore Beverly Folderman Fort Drum Sergeants Major Association Rande Richardson Thomas A. & Jane M. Thompson T. Urling Walker Watertown Rotary Club Maxine M. Quigg Karyn & John Carbone Scott Discount Lisa Ellies John & Susan Johnson Kellie Sanzone Pirkko Sheldrick Dacia & Peter Van Eenenaam Women’s Council of Realtors NYS Tri-County Chapter Wright Brothers Dan & Denise Young Maxine M. Quigg & Terence M. O’Brien Anonymous John & Kristen Anderson Bridgeview Real Estate Services Lee & Shirley Clary Stackel & Navarra, CPA The Stefanini Family Women’s Council of Realtors NYS Tri-County Chapter Wright Brothers Douglas S. Quintin Theresa L. Quintin Thomas Randall Jeff & Mary Perrine Patricia Reed Charlie Rhode
Stephen L. Rich Michael & Margaret Alteri Joel & Danielle Bartlett Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Boxberger Thomas H. Bradley 3rd Jesse & Sarah Coburn Christine Comet Mrs. Woody Cook & Daughters Max & Sara DelSignore The Duffy’s Mark & Donna Dutton Nate & Kay Holloway Robert Humphrey* Carole Dunroe Jarosz Caroline Kelly Pam Kennedy Dr. Scott & KI LaClair & Family James A. & Constance B. Leana Carol & Joe Rich Rande Richardson Priscilla A. Paris Players & Families of The Watertown Bantams Teams David & Susan Ross Karen & Jon Sills Margaret (Fiorentino) Sparacino Janet B. Taylor Paul Trimper Gary & Kim West WMSHL Friends Ruth & Elmer Richardson Ray & Janet Richardson Ann & Mike Riley Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family Mary E. Robare Max & Sara DelSignore Rande Richardson “Rosie” Sprague Rande Richardson Harold Rothschild Gloria Rothschild Kathryn E. “Katie” Storino Rowell Cathy Pircsuk & James Burr
MaeBelle Kissel Shearn Ray & Janet Richardson Cynthia A. Shelmidine Dr. Lisa Scrivani-Tidd Patrick J. Simpson Rande Richardson William Skye Roxanne & Philip Pratt Rande Richardson Brian D. Soper David Aboud Mary Altena Anonymous (3) Terry Baker Stephen Bolton Lynn McCarrick Booth Roseanne Brown Terrence D. Burgess David L.H. Carlisle & Janet McCloskey Carlisle Richard K. Carr Joseph Cerroni Leann D. Cronk Elyse Darrow Don A. Dier Gloria Fusco Beverly Gehring-Wren Tom Grey Janice M. Hall Jennifer Haviland-Eduah Bob Jeffers Charlie Jeffers Bruce Lee-Clark Carol Mallison Catherine Rivers William R. “Robby” Robinson Tom Schaefer Michael K. Shay Kathleen Smith James E. & Beverly K. Sylver Peter & Elaine Thurston Steve Washer Christine W. Werno WHS Class of 1970 Paul James Windover Barbara L. Wood
Staff at Eastern Correctional Facility Shannon & Justin VanCoughnett Brian C. Thomas Bruce Thomas Therese T. Thomson Ronald G. Thomson John & Ellie Toper William & Beth Maguire
Birth of Amelia Joann Morris Rande Richardson
John & Marcia Treadwell Joan Treadwell Woods
Harold & Sally L’Huillier Charles & Lisa Ruggiero
Rae Valianos Joyce & David Crossley Laverne R. VanDeWall Jr. Jeff & Mary Perrine T. Urling Walker Tiffany VanZandt Pam & Michael Korn Georgiena Veley John & Mary Lou Ferry Alex C. Velto Jeanne Emery Rande Richardson Louise & Mark Scarlett
Northern New York Community Foundation Staff John J. Gaffney Dr. James B. Oliver’s Retirement Max & Sara DelSignore Rande Richardson Cathy Pircsuk Janice L. Charles
Lawson M. Virkler Carol B. Virkler Christopher P. Waite Philip Waite
Jeanne Roy Snow Craig S. Snow
Mabel B. Walker David & Karen Walton
Dave Stone’s 86th Birthday Kenneth J. Eysaman III Rande Richardson
Deputy Chief Stephen D. Watson of the Watertown Police Department Linda Watson & Kenneth A. Schwarz Gina L. Wells Rande Richardson
Arthur V. Sboro The Stefanini Family Paul Trimper
Richard G. Spinelli Kenneth J. Eysaman III
Rev. Father Ray Wertman Elisa M. Deierlein
John R. Scarlett Vici & Steve Diehl Elizabeth Scarlett
Dr. David M. & Patricia Stabins Leigh Kennedy Mary P. Sanford
Donald W. Whitney Barbara Eldridge Barbarajean Blodgett
Patricia M. Schwarz Mr. Kenneth Schwarz
Frances E. Stern Mr. & Mrs. Daniel E. Stern
Reginald J. Schweitzer Sr. Warren A. Johnson
Rick Stevens Janet & Bob Quinn
Don Scott Donna LaLonde Sally Scott
Joshua P. Sullivan Rocco Derrigo Jr. The Edgar Family William, Beth & Hayley Maguire North Country Future of Golf John & Paula Sullivan Patrick Sullivan
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Delanie Miller Rowena Miller
Rande Richardson Betty G. Andrews Kenneth Andrews & Nancy Peschko
Paul Wells Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family
Msgr. Gerald Service Albert & Theresa Desormeaux & Family
In Honor of Given by
Richard “Dick” L. Towle William & Beth Maguire
Dr. Richard M. Spaulding Tom & Elizabeth Spaulding
Mary Louise (Pearson) Scouten Rande Richardson
Marge A. Zehr Max & Sara DelSignore Marie Hess Mary E. Loftus Jeff & Mary Perrine Jo A. Reid Rande Richardson
Sarge Whittier Lynn B. Whittier Anna Margie Widrick Max & Sara DelSignore Rande Richardson Dennis L. Wilson Rande Richardson Lawrence G. Woodruff Sr. Rande Richardson Clyde A. Young Dan & Denise Young
Tom Walker’s 97th Birthday Gregory & Katherine Couch Rande Richardson Mary Jane Watson’s Colton Citizen of the Year Award Rande Richardson Rita Whitmore’s Retirement Rande Richardson Youth Philanthropy Council of the Northern New York Community Foundation John & Susan Johnson Carol & Joe Rich *Deceased
n The Community Foundation welcomes gifts throughout the year to support its ongoing work and mission. Gifts may be made in honor or memory of a friend or loved one. Make gifts to: Northern New York Community Foundation, 131 Washington St., Watertown, NY 13601. All gifts are taxdeductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
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Thomas W. Burnard
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lifelong Watertown resident, Thomas W. Burnard was a man of devout faith who was committed to many local causes and organizations that enriched the quality of life in the North Country, especially in the areas of music, theater, and the arts. Born in Watertown in 1941, he graduated from Watertown High School in 1961 and later earned a graphic arts degree from Onondaga Community College. He was a gifted artist and loved to paint and sketch. For many years, he served as the sexton at Trinity Episcopal Church, Watertown, a position from which he retired. Tom was a passionate supporter of the arts and was involved with several local theater groups, where he sang and acted in many productions and designed and built sets. He loved all types of music and, in addition to singing, played guitar and piano. Tom also shared his talents with the Miss New York State Pageant for many years. We join Tom’s son, James, and daughter, Laurel, in expressing our deepest sympathy as we celebrate his life and memory. His family has decided the most fitting way to honor Tom is through the establishment of the Thomas W. Burnard Legacy Fund at the Community Foundation. Tribute gifts in memory of Thomas W. Burnard
Nancy Boynton Gay Casey & The Marina Crew
Robert Caswell Jonathan Cole Steven M. Daub James & Tammy Decker
Friends at MLS Property Information Network Jill H. Johnson Rande Richardson
Ryan & Heather Soden John & Karlene Sorber T. Urling Walker
John Stewart ‘Jack’ Ducat
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ohn Stewart “Jack” Ducat cherished his family and valued country and community. Born in 1928, in Worcester, Mass., Jack graduated as a three-sport athlete from Major Beal High School in Shrewsbury, Mass. Following service in the U.S. Army during World War II, he graduated from Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, where he earned a degree in metallurgy. He enjoyed a successful career as an engineer for more than 45 years with Kennametal, retiring in 2001. Jack consistently gave back to his community and was active in Massachusetts politics in the 1970s, and later New York. Jack married Elinor Walton O’Hara in 1976. Jack and Elinor moved to the North Country in 1980 and made a life on the St. Lawrence River in Alexandria Bay. He quickly grew to love the Thousand Islands region and especially enjoyed boating. Elinor passed away in 2019. After Elinor’s passing, Jack estabTribute gifts in memory of lished the Elinor Walton Ducat Fund at the Community Foundation to honor and perpetuate her legacy. With John Stewart ‘Jack’ Ducat his wife, Jack was a steadfast supporter of the Community Foundation and its mission that seeks to strengthen the quality for life in the region. He especially valued and appreciated the Foundation’s commitment to St. Lawrence Kenneth J. Eysaman III River communities. We join Jack’s sons, John, Henry Thomas, and James, and daughters Elizabeth and Kathleen Jill H. Johnson Rande Richardson in remembering a legacy of service and a life well lived.
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rene Bowen dedicated her life to education, nurturing a love of reading in the hundreds of children she served through a remarkable career as a children’s librarian at four different public libraries and two school systems. Born in 1925, in Lowville, she graduated from Lowville Free Academy in 1943, and Smith College 1947. She later earned a graduate degree in library science from the Carnegie Institute of Technology. Irene’s work with children brought her great joy and she was proud to inspire so many young readers. She later served as a reading instructor for JeffersonLewis BOCES, primarily at Beaver River Central. Irene published four books of fiction for children and aided in the preparation of “History of Lewis County, New York, from 1880 through 1965,” which her father, Tribute gifts in memory of G. Byron Bowen, edited. She shared her gifts of time and talent as a volunteer and board Irene Bowen member for several Lewis County civic and charitable organizations. We are grateful for Rande Richardson the legacy the Community Foundation will steward on Irene’s behalf to support causes that mattered most to her.
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nne O. Valentine’s interest in learning as a young woman fueled her passion to return to the classroom for many years as an elementary schoolteacher. She profoundly influenced hundreds of students she taught during a decades-long career in Ticonderoga, Gouverneur, Carthage, Sackets Harbor, and Lyme. Anne was born in 1935 in Brooklyn, and excelled as a student, graduating early from Tribute gifts in memory of Madrid High School in 1951 as valedictorian. In 1955, she earned a bachelor’s degree in Anne O. Valentine education from the State University Teachers College at Potsdam, and later, a master’s in Dr. Jeffrey & Mrs. Susan education from Syracuse University. In 1960, she married Fred Valentine and, together, Aronowitz they raised six children. Anne retired from teaching in 1991 and frequently shared her Max & Sara DelSignore time and talents with local organizations and charitable causes she held dear. Anne was extremely devoted to her Virginia Edsall Bilkey L. Moore family, especially her 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. We express our heartfelt sympathy as we Rande Richardson join Anne’s husband and children Charles, John, William, Joe, Edward, and Mary Ellen, in celebrating a life and Nancy Wearne-Navarra legacy of kindness and service. nnycf.org
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Thoughtful Legacies TOUCHING LIVES, FOREVER: Since 1929, the Northern New York Community Foundation has been built by those who have made the thoughtful decision to provide enduring support for the communities they love. We are very grateful for these acts of generosity that help perpetuate lives of great meaning, not only for those who knew and loved them, but for those who will forever benefit from their vision for a better region. To learn how you can honor a loved one’s legacy, contact us at info@nnycf.org, or 315-782-7110.
ervice to country and community were guiding values that steered William Gabb “Bill” George throughout his life. Bill was born in Watertown in 1936 and graduated from Watertown High School in 1955. He earned a bachelor’s degree at Hamilton College and a master’s degree in hospital administration at Columbia University. Following graduate school, he served in the U.S. Navy, rising to the rank of lieutenant. In 1959, he married Elizabeth Anne “Liz” Smith in Watertown. Together, they raised three daughters, Barrie, Jenny, and Katie. After his service in the Navy, Bill enjoyed a distinguished 38-year career in hospital management, working in Vermont and Pennsylvania. Despite his career taking him away from the Watertown area, he remained close to family and friends, always proud of his North Country roots. Bill’s commitment to community extended beyond the places he and his Tribute gifts in memory of family lived. With his wife, Bill remained connected to Northern New York and supported William George a wide range of charitable causes and organizations, many of which through the Community Foundation. He was active in many civic and professional organizations, generously Robert Caswell giving of his time and talent to help meaningful causes. Bill was most at home in Joyce & David Crossley Bill Shuman & Betsy Chaumont at his family’s Lake Ontario cottage where he spent summers. We join Meyerdierks Bill’s family in mourning his loss and celebrating his legacy of service.
Patricia M. McAuliffe
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atricia M. McAuliffe touched the lives of many people with her caring heart and strong leadership. After raising her family, she decided to share her caring nature with others by becoming a registered nurse. She graduated from Jefferson Community College in 1973, attending college at the same time as several of her sons. Patricia was born in Medford, Mass., in 1930 and graduated from Arlington High School and Burdett College, Boston. She met James E. “Jim” McAuliffe Jr. shortly after he returned from service in the U.S. Navy in Japan during World War II. They married in 1949 in New Hampshire, and moved to Watertown in 1964 after living in Massachusetts and Ohio. Together, they raised seven children and enjoyed 61 years of marriage until Jim passed in 2010. Patricia worked as a maternity nurse for 15 years at Mercy Hospital where she assisted during countless Tribute gifts in memory of births, including 10 of her grandchildren. Later in her nursing career, she worked in the drug and alcohol unit until she retired in 2000. Her greatest legacy lives on through her Patricia M. McAuliffe Brian Distelberg children, her 18 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Patricia was a valued ComRichard & Margaret Nells munity Foundation supporter. Her son, Kenneth, served as a Community Foundation Rande Richardson board member and president. We extend our deepest sympathy as we celebrate her life Vicky Zapf and legacy or compassionate service.
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or more than 50 years, June T. Walker devoted herself to community service, impacting many local organizations and causes that sought to make life in Cape Vincent better for all. June was born in Middletown in 1929 and graduated from Middletown High School in 1947. She earned a bachelor’s degree from SUNY New Paltz in 1950 and began a decadeslong career in education as an elementary schoolteacher in Goshen and an assistant professor at the Van den Berg School at SUNY New Paltz. In 1955, June married John R. “Jack” Walker in Middletown. June and John moved to the North Country in 1961, where she taught sixth grade at Lyme Central School, and worked for Jefferson-Lewis BOCES as a reading teacher for the then-Cape Vincent Central and Lyme schools. She later became writing coordinator for Lyme Central School, a position she held until her retirement. June was extensively involved in the Cape Vincent community outside of her work in education. Her service to the community was Tribute gifts in memory of recognized in 2006 when the North Country Library System presented her with the first June T. Walker Trustee of the Year Award, and in 2014, when she was named Cape Vincent Citizen of the Year. June was a longtime Community Foundation supporter, helping to strengthen its Robert Caswell work in the community and region she loved. We are saddened by June’s loss and join Max & Sara DelSignore her extended family and friends in celebrating a tremendous life and legacy of service. Virginia Edsall We are grateful for the legacy the Community Foundation will steward on June’s behalf Bilkey L. Moore to support many local organizations that were especially meaningful to her. Rande Richardson
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Coach Steven W. Fisher
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oach Steven W. “Steve” Fisher dedicated his life to family, football, and community. For 45 years, he coached the General Brown Lions, retiring from the field in 2014, four years after he capped more than four decades as a physical education teacher. Steve was a staple of the North Country sports community, a staunch advocate for youth sports, and a community-driven mentor to many. He always sought ways to develop talent and bring out the best character in his students and players. Steve was one of the winningest coaches in New York, and in 2018 was inducted into the North Country Sports Hall of Fame. As a tribute to his success and dedication to the program, the General Brown Football Field was named in his honor. Early in his career he coached wrestling and lacrosse and for many years worked as a lacrosse official. In 2002, Steve’s success as a teacher earned him honors as the Central North Zone Secondary Physical Education Teacher of the Year, and in 2003, the New York State Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year. Born in 1946 in Brooklyn, a son to Herbert and Esther (Ganz) Fisher, Steve graduated from Northport High School in Long Island. He went on to SUNY Brockport where he earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in physical education and health. In 1968, he married Alice Reiss, and together they raised three daughters. For more than 10 years, Steve played football for Watertown’s Red and Black. In 2008, he was inducted into the National Semi-Pro Football Hall of Fame and was a member of the Red and Black Football Hall of Fame. Steve was devoted to his Jewish faith and was a longtime member of the Degel Israel Synagogue. To honor his life and memory, Steve’s family has established the Coach Steve Fisher Legacy Fund at the Community Foundation. We are humbled by the trust that Steve’s wife and daughters Lisa, Jennifer, and Sarah have placed with the Foundation to ensure Steve’s legacy will forever endure. We join his family in thanking those who chose to honor him through meaningful tributes in his name. Tribute gifts in memory of Coach Steven W. Fisher
Cathy & Todd Alberico Scott, Linda & Chase Alexander Pat Amell & Nicki Donaldson Brian & Vira Archer Pat Archer Shereen Binno Attisha Avi Baecht Richard & Judi Bates Mike & Debbie Battista Catherine Behling Courtney Bish Doug & Jenny Black Waring & Audrey Blackburn Barbarajean Blodgett Sally Coffman Bowie Don & Jane Bowman & Family John F. Bowman Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Boxberger Jim & Sandy Branski John & Linda Brehm Steven Brown & Anita Seefried-Brown Dana Chortkoff & Jeffrey Doerner Rev. Douglas G. Comstock Allison & Tom Couse & Children Jim & Sharon Cox Judith Curtis Teresa D’Angelo Diana & Roland DeLaMaza Max & Sara DelSignore Brian & Christina Dodge Richard & Sandra Dodge Erin (Soluri) Draper ’99 Rebecca Dupee Julie Eisenhauer Michael Eisenhauer Steve & Linda Eisenhauer Craig C. & Patricia A. Esford Robert & Janet Fields Alice Fisher
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David Fisher Debbie Fisher, Sister Steven Michael Flath Wendell & Rebecca Flath Tom & Kathy Frears Friends of General Brown Football John J. Gaffney Skip & Deb Galloway Amy Clement Gamber Howard & Dani Ganter Jamie & Terri Ganter Trevor C. Garlock & Jeff Kimball Barbara A. Gault Bob & Patty Gould Mary & Michael Hall Caleb & Liam Halper Treasure Harding Alvin J. Hasner Cathleen Heise & Boys Harvey Hochberg Nate & Kay Holloway Julie & Mike Hulbert The Bruce Hunter Family Kim & Chip Irey & Family James & Carole Jarosz Debra Jenness & Family Donna & Rodney Keefer Greg & Karen Keegan Robin & Rus Kellar Patrick M. & Michelin G. Killorin Hope Kizzer Harvey Kreitzer M. Clare LaDuke Danielle Lane Richard & Kathleen Lane Mike & Lisa Lane Steve & Cheryl Lane Colleen J. Lawler & William E. Lawler III Michael & Lisa Lennox
Daniel C. & Leapha J. Lounsbury Renee Lustick William & Beth Maguire The Malcolm Family Lizette Mathiasen David Maurer The Family of Bruce & Doris McAdam Myrle & Beth (McAdam) Bauer Bruce Jr. & Sandy McAdam Fred & Billie McAdam Roy & Kathy McAdam Frederick B. McAdam, MD Julie & Willis McIntosh J. Thomas & Kathryn Murray Cathy & Lon Nadelen David & Nancy Navarra Sherri & Rob Nichols Terry M. Nichols Darcy Nidell Brian & Tricia Nortz Bruce W. & Elizabeth J. Nutting Liz & Fran Ostrom Richard M. & Cindy L. Parker Donna & Bud Parks Scott & Christine Parks & Children Priscilla & Pete Patenaude Kayla Perry & John Jamieson Stephen & Madelyn Perry Steve & Patty Perry Robert Pickeral Linda Pierson Troy & Lynn Pietroski Peter & Laurie Pike Plaza Beauty & Tanning Salon Theresa Derrigo-Delaney Jennifer Plotnitskiy Taylor Purvis JoAnne Rhubart Rande Richardson Albert & Nancy Roberts Jeffrey & Rosemarie St. Croix Kristy Sannes
William Schell Mimi Shaffer The Shear Family Chris & Colleen Katie (Varga) & Brian Randy & Kathi Tim & Dee Todd & Jeanine Shippee Christopher & Amber Siver & Family Daniel & Laurie Siver & Family Robert & Debbie Siver & Family Robert Siver Sr. Wayne & Mary Siver & Family The Smith / Thomas Family Clifton C. & Linda R. Snyder John & Renee Stano Susan & Steve Stauber Junior, Karla, Aston & Ariana Stefanini Jamie Strader Kimberly Strauss Debbie Streeter Karen & Edwin Tanner Norine Thomas Emelita Torralba Jenn & Dominic Torralba Mark, Chaniece, Ari, Bella, Chase & Dash Torralba Mimsy Torralba Marcia Trick Paul Trimper Watertown Lacrosse Officials Association Watertown Wrestling Officials Association Bina West Gary & Kim West Miles & Kathy West Sharon White Stephen & Karen Williamson John & Margaret Wilson William H. Wormuth Victoria Yutko
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Remember your community in your will The projects and programs in this newsletter are made possible, in part, because people left bequests. You can tailor your legacy or honor a loved one through a meaningful gift, forever. Contact Rande Richardson, executive director, 315-782-7110 or rande@nnycf.org to discuss your legacy planning and learn more.
acqueline G. Walroth was a devoted mother, adoring grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family, especially the time she spent with her five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A lifelong Watertown resident, Jacqueline strived to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. She was born in 1930 in Watertown, a daughter to Neil and Emma Pinsonneault Gaffney and graduated from Watertown High School in 1948. Following school, she joined the Agricultural Insurance Agency in Watertown as a secretary. In 1950, she married Roland G. Walroth and enjoyed more than 50 years together until his passing in 2001. Jacqueline and Roland were very active in the creation of the Watertown Hockey Association in the 1960s. She was proud of the impact they had on the development of youth hockey in the region. Above all else, Jacqueline’s family is her greatest legacy. Her family has decided the most fitting way to honor her life and legacy is through gifts to the Brittany Walroth Memorial Scholarship of the Community Foundation. Brittany was Jacqueline’s granddaughter who passed away in 2010 at the age of 23. We are honored to be a part of the enduring way Jacqueline will be remembered. With her children, Stephanie, Neil, Scott, and Holly, we express our appreciation for those who made memorial tributes in Jacqueline’s name. We are grateful to help perpetuate her thoughtful legacy of compassion. Tribute gifts in memory of Jacqueline G. Walroth
David & Marjorie Dephtereos Stephen Granger
Susan Granger Stephen Honicki Elizabeth Kraft Lois & Arthur Kraft
The May/Esford/Zysk/Duvall Family Norm & Sharon Peckham Rande Richardson Tammy Trowbridge
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arbara T. Webert was a devoted mother and grandmother who generously gave of her time and talent to help make her community a better place. Born in 1926 in Rosiere, Barbara graduated from Cape Vincent Central School in 1943 and attended the Watertown School of Commerce. In 1949, she married Alfred H. Webert. Together, they raised three daughters. Barbara cherished her family, especially her grandchildren. For many years, she helped her husband manage a public accounting business while working as a homemaker. She was dedicated to her faith and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Brownville. Her family has decided the most meaningful way to honor her life and legacy is through gifts to the Ryan Ingalls Memorial Scholarship of the Community Foundation. Ryan was Barbara’s grandson who passed away 2006 at the age of 19. The scholarship in his memory is awarded annually to a graduating Watertown High School senior who best embodies the true spirit of friendship to others. We are honored to be a part of the enduring way Barbara will be remembered. We express our deepest sympathy as we celebrate her life and legacy and join her husband, Alfred, daughters Brenda, Anne, and Julie, grandchildren, and extended family in thanking those who made tributes in her memory, while also remembering Ryan. Tribute gifts in memory of Barbara T. Webert
Nancy & James Abbott Dr. Jeffrey & Mrs. Susan Aronowitz Joel & Danielle Bartlett Susan & Mike Fitzgerald
Nate & Kay Holloway Pam Hayes & Kevin Jumps Julie Ingalls Judith A. New North Country Insurance Company Board of Directors & Staff
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lanche E. Miles cared deeply about her community and sought ways to make a positive difference in the lives of others. She was born in Marathon, N.Y., in 1929, one of six daughters and two sons to George Robert and Kathleen Mary (Borland) Butts. She married Andrew L. “Andy” Miles in 1946 in West Carthage. Together, she and Andy made a home in the Carthage area and raised three daughters, JoAnn, Karen and Connie. Andy passed in December, 2009. For many years, Blanche worked as a bookkeeper for the Adirondack Core & Plug Company, Carthage, retiring in 1987. Her strong faith guided her through her life. She was a longtime member of the United Community Church in Carthage and later, Watertown’s First Presbyterian Church. Her family was her greatest joy and she cherished the time she spent with her eight grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren. Blanche was a dedicated Community Foundation supporter who appreciated Tribute gifts in memory of the many ways her gifts helped strengthen the region she loved. She wanted to do the most Blanche E. Miles she could to support worthy local causes while making an enduring difference. Especially meaningful to Blanche were organizations whose work helped children and young people Cynthia R. Ahlheim from all walks of life. We are humbled to be a part of the special way her family has decided Karen & Edward Benjamin to honor Blanche’s life through memorial gifts to the Community Foundation. We express Bob & Connie Haver Rande Richardson our condolences as we honor Blanche’s life and legacy of kindness and join her daughters, Merlin & JoAnn Tousant JoAnn, Karen and Connie, in thanking those who made tributes in her name. Northern New York Community Foundation
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Harry E. Bracken
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arry E. Bracken was a beloved husband and father whose service to country and community were equally matched. Born in 1931 in Philadelphia, Pa., Harry enlisted in the U.S. Navy as a hospital corpsman after graduating from high school in 1949. He served at Naval hospitals in Virginia, Connecticut, and Hawaii, where he cared for servicemembers wounded in Korea. After several years working in manufacturing in New Jersey and New York’s Southern Tier, Harry moved to Watertown to continue his career. In 1977, Harry enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve and continued his military service until he retired in 1993. In 2001, he married Margaret “Peggy” Gorri, with whom he enjoyed more than 20 years, spending winters in South Carolina and summers on Lake Ontario. Harry was an avid sportsman and well-respected youth sports coach, mentoring many young players on the basketball and softball teams he coached. Harry also shared his talents with several civic and community organizations Tribute gifts in memory of in Watertown. Together with Peggy, Harry was a longtime Community Foundation supHarry E. Bracken porter, helping to strengthen its work across the region. We express our heartfelt condolences as we celebrate Harry’s life and legacy of service and community leadership. Rande Richardson
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orth Country native Charles A. Stewart believed in helping make his community a better place to live. Born in Watertown in 1927, Charlie graduated from Theresa High School in 1944 and St. Lawrence University in 1947 with a bachelor’s degree in history and government. In 1952, he spent a year serving in the U.S. Army Signal Corps in Okinawa, Japan, as an Armed Forces Radio Service staff member. For nearly 45 years, he worked for Kemper Insurance Companies as a marketing manager for Northern New York. In 1954, he married Janet Louise McMurray in Theresa. Together, they raised two daughters and a son. Janet, a longtime English teacher for the Watertown City School District, passed away in 2016. Charlie and Janet were longstanding Community Foundation supporters who appreciated the many ways it helps other organizations strengthen life in the North Tribute gifts in memory of Country. Charlie also generously volunteered his time and talent to help many local Charles A. Stewart organizations and causes. We express our condolences as we celebrate his life and Robert Caswell legacy and join his children, Karen, Cynthia, and Kevin, in thanking those who made Rande Richardson meaningful tributes in his memory.
Perpetuate a family legacy WHAT MATTERS MOST TO YOU? Consider a charitable fund to keep your passions alive, honor a friend or loved one, or to support the causes, organizations and communities that you care about, forever. We’re here to help. Contact Max DelSignore, assistant director, 315-782-7110 or max@nnycf.org.
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r. Robert N. Wells Jr. was a deeply caring and passionate educator who touched the lives of many students while challenging them to be excellent citizens. Born in 1933, Bob grew up in New Haven, Conn., and graduated from Hillhouse High School in 1951. He attended the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he studied history and political science and earned a bachelor’s degree in 1956, a master’s in 1963, and a doctorate in 1969. While a student at Michigan, Bob met his wife, Patricia Blickle. Bob served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958, and later, the Army Reserve. Bob Tribute gifts in memory of joined the faculty at St. Lawrence University in 1965, where he Dr. Robert N. Wells Jr. began a more than 40-year career. He retired from St. Lawrence Charles & Mary Ellen Carvel in 1999, but remained as an Emeriti Faculty member, teaching part-time until 2009. Cerebral Palsy Association Bob was devoted to the Canton community, volunteering his time and talent to serve of the North Country / in many civic and community organizations. He also served as mayor of Canton Community Health Center from 2001 to 2007. In 2000, Bob worked to help establish the Canton Community of the North Country Fund at the Northern New York Community Foundation. He was most proud of his Max & Sara DelSignore family and cherished time with them. Bob’s family has decided a fitting way to honor William M. Duskas Esq. his memory is through gifts to the Canton Community Fund of the Northern New Emily Hastings York Community Foundation. We are humbled to be a part of the special way he Janet McFarland will be remembered and join Bob’s wife and children, Cynthia, Gretchen, and Chris Rande Richardson in mourning his loss and celebrating a tremendous life of service to community and T. Urling Walker James & Sharon White dedication to countless young learners.
In our Next Issue ... Our summer issue of Thoughtful Giving will feature stories and memorial tributes about the lives and legacies of several Community Foundation supporters who recently passed. They include: n Terry K. Gehring n Sean B. Godfrey n James V. Gosier n Donald G. Howard n Jackie N. “Jack” O’Brien n George O’Sullivan n Dawn Aurice Pircsuk n Col. (Ret.) Michael T. Plummer n Stephen Lee Rich n Thomas J. Robarge Sr. n Jason Jon Roberts n Brian D. Soper
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FRIENDS GIFTS STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITY
From left: Andrew Boulter, LEAD Council vice chair; Joseph Foy, HarmoNNY Performing Arts Community board president; and Andrea Wischerath, HarmoNNY Performing Arts Community board member and Watertown High School instrumental music teacher.
LEAD Impact grants support tri-county nonprofits Five organizations share funding to strengthen quality of life
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new summer musical production, a community instrument and equipment lending library, emergency responder training, and a pair of programs that support critical and essential needs for families will each receive a share of $20,000 from the LEAD Council of the Northern New York Community Foundation. A recent series of LEAD Impact Grant Program awards will support five tri-county nonprofits that serve residents of Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. Council members sought to enhance the mission and work of organizations that greatly impact the quality of life in Northern New York but are perhaps less visible. The LEAD Council is an advisory committee of young professionals empowered to identify and address strategic needs in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties through community grants and volunteerism. “It’s clear that each organization is working to better their respective communities, and LEAD is honored to be a small part of their success,” said Andrew Boulter, LEAD Council vice chair.
n Stage Notes, Watertown — $6,400 to support its upcoming performance of “RENT” School Edition in July. The organization works with young theatre students by encouraging participation in productions and educating them on the importance of arts to a community. n HarmoNNY
Performing Arts Community, Watertown — $5,000 to grow a free musical instrument and equipment lending library in Watertown and engage local youth in the performing arts while removing the financial strain of buying or renting an instrument. n Fort Drum Regional Health Planning Organization, Watertown — $4,100 to help train 20 emergency responders to
stop life-threatening bleeding during emergencies. Trainees will become instructors 25 free sessions at key community sites with a goal to train up to 500 people and alleviate pressures on first responders. n Church and Community
Program, Canton — $2,500 to strengthen its food supply with high-quality regional meats and produce. Funding will help grow the local economy and support regional farmers while offering healthy meats, eggs, and produce to local families in need. n Community Lunch Program for Kids, Norwood — $2,200 to continue support for the critical and essential needs of families with children and vulnerable senior citizens across the communities it serves.
The Northern New York LEAD Council is made possible by donors like YOU who make gifts to the Friends of the Foundation Annual Community Betterment Fund and generous support from the following business leaders: Northern New York Community Foundation
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onors frequently establish new funds at the Community Foundation. We have grown to now oversee a wide range of nearly 1,000 charitable funds that support hundreds of organizations and causes. We are honored that donors continue to place their trust in the Foundation to administer these resources and carry out specific charitable objectives. Donors may make additional gifts to help extend support and build these funds. The following funds were established in 2021:
Charitable Funds Cardoza Family Fund Donald and Diana Woodhouse Fund LaPlante/Weir Charitable Fund Lauren and Ray French Charitable Fund Linderman/Kimball Family Fund Richard S. and Marion L. Merrill Fund Robert and Julia Storms Philanthropic Fund Schuessler Family Fund Timerman Family Fund Walczyk Sowing Fund
Designated Funds Glenwood Cemetery Endowment Fund Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library General Support Fund Thomas J. Robarge Sr. Legacy Fund for Lifelong Learning
Field of Interest Funds Barbara D. & Robert J. Hanrahan Family Fund Benjamin P. & Margaret B. Coe Family Fund Coach Steve Fisher Legacy Fund Community Performing Arts Enrichment Fund COVID Memorial Fund Gail & Charlotte Vant Zelfde & Ken Knight Fund Hope for the Homeless Fund Jazz in the Classroom of Jefferson County Sustaining Fund Kiwanis Club of Watertown Legacy Fund Maxine Quigg & Terry O’Brien Reach for the Stars Fund Maxine Quigg Women in Business Fund Neil Parks Family Spirit of Giving Foundation Northern New York Arts Preservation Fund Northern New York K9s Fund Peyton Lane S. Morse Legacy Foundation Riley Basford Legacy Fund The Golden Cleat Charitable Fund Thomas W. Burnard Legacy Fund V. Irene Krenceski Parochial School Student Fund
Grindstone Island Research & Heritage Center Endowment Fund Hearts for Youth Endowment Fund North Country Public Radio Endowment Fund Oswegatchie Magic Campership Fund Railway Historical Society of Northern New York Sustaining Fund Richard E. Winter Cancer Treatment Center Warrior Fund South Jefferson Rescue Squad Sustaining Fund The Nature Conservancy Endowment Fund for Northern New York Zoo New York Animal Wellness Fund
Project Funds Sackets Harbor Historical Society Stone Chapel Preservation Fund United Presbyterian Church Tower Restoration Fund Veterans Memorial Riverwalk Park Art Fund
Scholarship Funds Anna May Radway Denny Scholarship Big Mac (Mclean Beyor) Scholarship Brian D. Soper Memorial Scholarship Coach Murtha Once a Warrior, Always a Warrior Scholarship Daryl Payne Memorial Scholarship David & Alma Price Scholarship Dawn Bingham-Strife Memorial Scholarship Dr. Albert (Jack) Schneider Youth Sailing Scholarship Fund Dr. Henry Henderson Scholarship
Eleanor Greene Memorial Scholarship Greenfield Everyday Heroes Award Hazel Shannon Chapin & Maida Chapin Dougherty Scholarship Holland Memorial Scholarship Jack & Susan O’Brien Scholarship Jacob Pete Memorial Scholarship Jon LaClair Award Joshua P. Sullivan PharmD Legacy Fund Lost Individuals Seeking Healthy Answers “LISHA” Scholarship Margaret F. Ryan Scholarship for Nursing Marion Seavey & Doris Sanford Memorial Award Mary Bastian Memorial Foundation Patricia M. Sennett Excellence in Art Award Penny Doolen Prosser Memorial Award Peter J. DeVoe Memorial Award Robert E. Larrabee Memorial Scholarship South Jefferson Rescue Squad Scholarship Stabins Family Memorial Scholarship Terry O’Brien Memorial Scholarship Trisomy 21 Foundation of Northern New York Scholarship William C. Heck Memorial Scholarship WHAT DO YOU BELIEVE IN? Consider establishing a fund to keep your passions alive, honor a friend or loved one, or to support the causes, organizations, and communities you care about — forever. We’re here to help. Contact Rande Richardson, executive director, rande@ nnycf.org, or Max DelSignore, assistant director, max@nnycf.org, or 315-782-7110.
GRANT HELPS MASSENA MEALS ON WHEELS ‘STOCK THE POT’
Organization Funds Adams Center Free Library Sustaining Fund Adams Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary Sustaining Fund Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center Children’s Mental Health Unit Endowment Fund Credo Community Center Endowment Fund Crescent Yacht Club Junior Division Sustaining Fund
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From left: Margot Rochefort, Massena Meals on Wheels Board of Directors; Trudy Shirley, cook and volunteer; Barbara Martin, Board of Directors; Sister Cindy Sullivan, director, Massena Meals on Wheels; Ann Aumand, board president. Last fall, the Foundation awarded Massena Meals on Wheels a $2,500 challenge grant as part of its “Stock the Pot” initiative, continuing its support of the organization’s annual fundraiser for a second year. Massena Meals on Wheels is also a past recipient of a Youth Philanthropy Council grant to help purchase new kitchen equipment. The organization serves between 70 and 100 people a day, thanks to a host of devoted volunteers. Because of the generosity of Community Foundation annual donors, those in need throughout the Massena area are supported through meaningful commitments to Massena Meals on Wheels.
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HAND IN HAND EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER: From left: Scott Exford, winning student Lillian Exford’s father; Deborah HaldemanMurphy, Hand In Hand program coordinator and assistant director; Lillian Exford, 20202021 Lowville Academy and Central School eighth grader (now freshman) and 20202021 Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge winner; Jessica Exford, Lillian’s mother.
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hanks to thoughtful friends like you, the Community Foundation has been able to continue a program to engage our region’s middle school students in philanthropy. The Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge asks seventh- and eighth-grade students in Jefferson, St. Lawrence and Lewis counties to explore their communities as they compete, through an essay contest, for an opportunity to award a local nonprofit organization one of 20 grants of $500, for a total of $10,000.
“A community is a group of people who turn to each other in times of need, providing support for those in distress while distributing love. My community of Lowville is full of great citizens who want to help others. — Lillian Exford, Lowville Academy and Central School
This is the fifth year of the program, which is made possible by all who support the Community Foundation’s Friends of the Foundation Annual Community Betterment Fund and a leadership gift from an anonymous donor, and corporate support from Community Bank, N.A. The initiative aims to have students explore their view of “community” and select a local charitable organization for a grant award that reflects what makes their community a great place to live. In the past five years, 103 students have been selected from 590 entries to present 99 grants totaling $50,000 to 82 different nonprofit organizations that serve tri-county residents. The Giving Challenge is one of the most important initiatives donors make possible. Program support builds our community’s future and helps ensure we continue to nurture and grow awareness, interest and appreciation for the value and fulfillment of civic engagement and responsibility.
JEFFERSON COUNTY SPCA: From left: Janea Bartlett, Jefferson County SPCA medical director/acting executive director; Jack Adams, 2020-21 Case Middle School eighth grader (now freshman) and Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge winner; Jack’s father, Ed Adams; and Madison Indivero, Community Bank loan officer, Watertown.
The 2021-2022 Community Spirit Youth Giving Challenge is made possible by gifts from generous donors like YOU who contribute to the Friends of the Foundation Annual Community Betterment Fund and a leadership gift from an anonymous donor, and generous support from the following business leader:
2018-22 Program Partner