Pictured here is sophomore Dariusz Sargent while competing on Senior Night during a Holland Patent Boys Varsity Swim Meet. See Page 10.
Senior night for the Golden Knight Wrestlers was an exciting match. There was a tied score that gave HPa win as the team won more matches. Above is Anthony Phan. Meet the seniors, both boy and girl wrestlers on Page 10
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The Kiwanis Club of the Central Adirondacks would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who helped make our Christmas of Kids program such a success.
Every year our Kiwanis club, in conjunction with the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, collects, wraps and distributes gifts for children from Forestport, Woodgate, Otter Lake, Thendara, Old Forge, Eagle Bay, Inlet, Raquette Lake, as well as Long Lake and Indian Lake. We also provide a free children’s movie, including popcorn and soft drink, hosted by The Strand Theater in Old Forge, with a special visit from Santa.
The Adirondacks are a beautiful tourism destination which is a main source of income for many of its citizens. This
Utica Zoomobile at Remsen Didymus Thomas Library
The Didymus Thomas Library, Main Street, Remsen invites one and all to come and enjoy a visit from the Utica Zoomobile.
The presentation will be held at the library on Tuesday, February 21 at 2:30 PM and features four animals. It’s a great afternoon of family fun and education.
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brings with it challenges and there is need of a helping hand now and then. Christmas is a time that should be joyous for all and if we can help to make that possible, we are happy to do so. Our thanks to Bob Card and Helen Zima of The Strand Theater, The Old Forge Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary, View, The Adirondack Bank, Community Bank, Inlet Dept. Store (ACE), Old Forge Dept. Store (ACE), Enchanted Forest, Kinney Drugs, Old Forge Hardware, Souvenir Village, the Post Offices of Old Forge, Eagle Bay, Thendara, and Raquette Lake, and of course Santa.
To all those individuals who donated gifts, knitted hats, scarves and mittens, wrapped presents and delivered packages we cannot thank you enough for your generosity of time, talent and treasure.
If you would like to become a member of the Kiwanis Club of the Central Adirondacks, please contact James “Doc” Foley at 315-369-6573.
Thank You
The Town of Trenton Democratic Committee would like to Thank, Mitch Ford of the Oneida County Democratic Committee and Holland Patent Mayor Tom Furlong, for joining us in our fight to reopen voting at Depot in Holland Patent. They do need poll workers. Please contact the Board of Elections. Thank you, Tom Gehrig Town Chair
Trenton Republicans Seek Candidates
The Town of Trenton Republican Committee is seeking people who are looking for endorsements for the following:
Town Supervisor
Town Council
Highway Superintendent
Town Clerk County Legislature
Please send letter of interest to: Margaret McNamara
9508 Center Street
Holland Patent, NY13354
Deadline for submission - 2/10/23
Trenton Democratic Committee is looking for candidates for Town Office, Town Supervisor, Town Clerk, Council members and a County Legislator. Contact Tom Gehrig for information at 315 736 2306
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Monthly meetings are on the third Tuesday of each month.
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Outdoor Corner
by Steve Grabowski
Deer antlers are funny things. No two sets are the same and neither are the deer they come from. Deer lose their antlers each year and grow a new set. Typically a deers antlers will get bigger each year until the deer is about 6 or 7 years old. Typically a deers largest rack during his life will be around that age. The reason for that is at 5 years old their bodies are fully grown and they now have the extra energy to put into
the growth of the rack. After that point there antler growth may start to turn the other way the following year. That’s not always the case but that is the average. The main reason they may not grow as big a rack once they reach that age is they wear their teeth out. Once the deers teeth start to wear they can’t take in the nutrition they need to continue growing larger racks and put the energy they do get into just keeping them going and surviving.
There are several factors that determine when a buck will shed his antlers. Their health, nutrition and genetics all play a roll. Another important factor is their testosterone level. Once a buck senses that all the does in his area are bred and he starts to lose interest in breeding his testosterone levels that were recently at a seasonal high begin to drop fast. He no longer needs the bulky antlers weighing him down so he will lose them to help reduce stress on him through a possible bad winter.
This year I tracked a buck in Massachusetts on December 21st that already lost his antlers. I talked to a friend of mine out there that said 2 of his friends did the same thing that week. He said there was a very poor mast crop there this year so
poor nutrition could be the culprit for the early shedding.
In contrast to that, today, January 29th, I picked up a road kill buck locally for my coyote bait that still had its antlers. It was a young buck from farm country that most likely had good nutrition and plenty of does around while he waited his turn to breed. You just never know when they’ll shed but this years low snow levels might
give you something to do and go out and look for some sheds.
For more info you can visit the New York State Big Buck Club at www.nysbigbuckclub.com
Steve Grabowski is an avid outdoorsman who is
the Assistant Manager of the Rome Fish Hatchery, Fish Taxidermist and coauthor of the book
“Adirondack Deer Trackers - Stories as told in deer camp” If you have questions or photos to share, contact Steve at riderlow23@yahoo.com
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Agway of Holland Patent: In stock Premium hardwood, wood pellets, low ash. 315-865-8105.
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Bathrooms, Kitchens remodeled, home repairs, plumbing, water pumps, hot water heaters, toilets, faucets, sinks. Drain cleaning, portable restroom rentals. Travis Wells 315-271-8205.
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Holland Patent Agway is now open until 1:00pm on Saturdays, 315-865-8105.
Franconia Tack & Gifts! 831-2179, Country Primitive Gifts: Candles, Art Frames, Horse Needs! Come see our lovely array of gifts, Garland pip, Cards! Shop close to home, buy local!
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Coins: Looking to purchase coins. Large Cents. Indian Heads, Wheaties, Silver Dimes. Quarters and Halfs;. Buffalo nickels, US Mint Proof Sets. Single coins or collections. Free appraisals and phone consultations. References available. Phone or Text Peter at 315-240-8397. 3-4
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Firewood: Premium cut, split firewood. Min. of 3 face cord for delivery.
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News from the Town of Trenton www.town.trenton.ny.us
Town of Trenton, PO Box 206, 8520 Old Poland Road, Barneveld, New York 13304 (315) 896-2664
Inclement Weather Closing Policy
Bloodmobile Dates for 2023
Please note – If you want to rent a pavilion at the Trenton Town Park or the Public Meeting Room located at the Municipal Center: please read the information below:
Town Residents:
$25 Rental Fee PLUS $75 Refundable Deposit.
Residents ONLYforthe month of January.
MUSTshow proof of residency when you make a reservation – Driver’s License, State Non-Driver ID Card, tax bill, utility bill or any other official document with both the name and the physical address within the Town. Documents with PO Box addresses will not be accepted.
Non-Town Residents:
$100 Rental Fee PLUS $100 Refundable Deposit.
Non- Town residents may make reservations commencing the first business day of February.
Rules foreveryone:
Reservations MUSTbe made in person.
Organizations will be subject to the same “Residency” rules as individuals.
The pavilions go fast so if you have a party, picnic or graduation party you want to have at the park you will want to book early.
Defensive Driving Class
There will be an AARPDefensive Driving Class conducted at the Trenton Municipal Center on Wednesday February 22, 2023
9 AM – 3:00 PM. Remember to bring a brown bag lunch and a drink. It will be a one day class. The cost is $25 for AARPmembers and $30 for non-members.
Make checks payable to AARP.
To register you can call June Prevost at 315-3731960.
You can get a reduction in your car insurance if you take the class and the reduction is for 3 years.
In order to protect the safety of our staff, the Trenton Town Clerk’s Office will be closed on any day that the Holland Patent Central School District is not open due to inclement weather. School delays will NOTaffect the operational hours of the Clerk’s Office. As always, if you have any questions or concerns regarding this, or any other policy of the Town Clerk’s Office, please contact Stanley K Harris, your Town Clerk, at (315) 896-2664 or townclerk@town.trenton.ny.us. We are here to serve.
Youth Cross-Country Skiing
The Town of Trenton and the Wolverine Ski Club are co-sponsoring a youth cross-country program. Weekly lessons will be offered on the groomed trails at the Trenton Fish and Game Club, Woods Road, Holland Patent.
The program is open to children ages 6-13 and focuses on Nordic skiing fundamentals, games, touring and racing. Snow permitting, the program this year will run every Wednesday, January through March. You may sign up at any time during the winter. Skis and poles are loaned to students by the club on a firstcome, first-served basis. Boots are not provided. Skis will be assigned before the first lesson and will be collected at the end of the season.
The ski lesson program fee is $15 per child for the seasons. The program will take place at the Trenton Fish and Game Club on Thursdays after school from 3:15-4:30pm. For more information call either 527-5459 or email wsc@roadrunner.com. Sign-up forms may also be picked up at the Town of Trenton Municipal Center.
Scheduled Town of Board Meetings for 2023
February 8, 2023 - Regular Meeting
March 8, 2023 - Regular Meeting
April 12, 2023 - Regular Meeting
May 10, 2023 - Regular Meeting
Town Clerk Mon & Wed. 10 - 2
Tues. 10–5 Thurs. 10– 6
Friday - 9am – 12 Noon
Zoning Enforcement Office Leo Boulerice 315-534-0989
SINGING HILLS SENIORS:
Tuesdays at 9:00 AM
DOG CONTROL OFFICER : Colleen O’Leary – 315-570-7644
Assessor :
Tonya Brown’s hours: Wed 9:30am until 4:30pm, 315-896-2664 or by appointment. Cell 315-269-2907.
June 14, 2023 - Regular Meeting
July 12, 2023 - Regular Meeting
August 9, 2023 - Regular Meeting
Prospect Water District Hinckley Sewer District
Barneveld Water District
Operational problems or concerns contact Taylor Mills 315-939-0325
Codes Enforcement Officer
Please call the Codes Officer, Ken Cutler, with any questions or concerns. 315-534-2581
Building Safety Inspector
Dave Constable –315-570-7540
October 11,
2023
JUSTICE COURT SESSIONS:
Monday - 4:00PM 896-4510
RECYCLING CENTER
Hours: Weds. 3-7pm; Sat. 8am-4pm for Town of Trenton Residents.
Remsen 1st/3rd Wednesdays (3pm-7pm)
2nd & 4th Saturdays (8am-4pm)
Steuben 1st /3rd Saturdays (8am-4 pm)
2nd/4th Wednesdays (3pm to 7pm)
We reserve the right to close the Recycling Center without notice due to inclement weather.
If you are planning on giving blood in 2023 the American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at the Municipal Center in Barneveld on the following dates from 1 PM – 6 PM. You can call 1-800-REDCROSS or go online at www.redcross.org. to set up an appointment. Fridays, March 17, 2023 and June 1, 2023
Singing Hills Seniors
GOOD NEWS - Seniors are gathering again. We will have our usual cards, games, and coffee and you are welcome to bring snacks. We hope to begin other activities as soon as we are able.
We are continuing our monthly 50-50 drawings and appreciate your participation. We are also still collecting pull tabs from cans, stamps, box tops for Education and Campbells labels for education. These items may be dropped off at the Town Offices. We are no longer accepting empty ink cartridges orplastic bottle caps. Stamps for the Wounded – The Seniors will be submitting our used stamps to this worthy organization. Please carefully trim your stamps to a _” border around the stamp. Do not steam or peel the stamps off as this will damage them.
DUES – Dues are due January 1, 2023. For residents of the Town of Trenton the dues are $8.00 and nonresidents the dues are $16.00. The sooner the dues are paid the sooner next year’s directory can be updated.
Monday February 20, 2023 Bus trip to the Casino. $10.00 We will leave the Town of Trenton Municipal Building at 8:00 AM and return at 5:00 PM.
There will be an AARPDefensive Driving Class on Wednesday February 22nd from 9 AM – 3 PM.
Trenton Town Calendar
FEBRUARY
Feb 2Holland Patent Village Board7 PM
Feb 6Court4 PM Planning Board6:30 PM
Feb 7Seniors9 AM – 2 PM
Feb 8Town Board Meeting7 PM
Feb 13Court4 PM Zoning Board of Appeals7 PM
Feb 14Valentine’Day Seniors9 AM – 2 PM
Feb 20ZBA/Planning Board Work Session6:30 PM
Senior Bus Trip to Casino8 AM – 5 PM
Feb 21Seniors9 AM – 2 PM
Feb 22Town Board Work Session7:00 PM
AARPDefensive Driving Class 9 AM – 3 PM
Feb 27Court4 PM
Feb 28Seniors9 AM – 2 PM
All meetings are held at the Trenton Municipal Center, 8520 Old Poland Road in Barneveld unless otherwise noted and open to the public.
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The Town of Trenton is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Provider
- Regular Meeting
- Regular Meeting
Sept. 13, 2023 - Regular Meeting - Regular Meeting
November 8, 2023
Dec. 13, 2023
Town Pavilions & Municipal Center Rentals
Page 6Rural StarFebruary 2, 2023 ATM 3 1 5 - 8 6 5 - 9 9 2 5 8 3 1 7 O l d F l o y d R d . B e a u t i f u l D o w n t o w n F l o y d , N Y Hideaway Pub Bob & Chris Owners The Hideaway Pub Is Open 365 Days a Year ❆ ❆ H i dawa y Pu b Voted the Best Pub in Floyd HOME OF THE $ 1 00 Burger ❈ ❈ ❈ ❆ Everyone Join Us For Happy Hour Noon- 7, Mon - Fri Happy Valentine’s Day I will be back Soon! The days are getting longer What was that girls name again
Trees and Shrubs For Sale at Herkimer County Soil & Water Conservation
The Herkimer County
Soil and Water Conservation District is
taking orders for Trees and Shrubs now through March 24th. Available for planning this spring are low-cost bare root evergreen seedlings and transplants, deciduous trees, a variety of bushes and shrubs, semi-dwarf apple trees, and wildflower seeds. Also available are bluebird nest boxes and barley straw. Among the many planting accessories being offered are tree mats and tree shelters, hardwood stakes, fertilizer tablets and animal repellent.
For a complete list of the many items available, including descriptions, prices and order information, visit our website at www.herkimercountyswcd.com , Facebook page, or call (315) 866-2520, ext. 5.
Orders are accepted through Friday March 24th, 2023. Pick-up dates are Friday April 28th and Saturday April 29th. Quantities are limited and orders will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
February 2, 2023Rural StarPage 7 Save Your Car! Rust Proof Your Car Now! Let us push the rust proofing into the places that just can’t be reached in the cold weather! A G W A Y of Holland Patent 7794 Park Ave., Holland Patent, NY 315-865-8105 Brands You Trust - People You Know Rust Proofing is in High Gear! Stop in at Agway or Call to Make Your Appointment Today! • ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY • SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION: agwayhp.com Email: AgwayofHP@yahoo.com Prices Start at $159 +tax
Holland Patent Legion Post 161 Announces Scholarship Program
Commander Richard Roberts of Leon R. Roberts Post 161, American Legion Holland Patent, has announced that the American Legion Post is again accepting applica-
tions for their scholarships this year, which will be awarded at the Annual Senior Awards Night on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at the Holland Patent High School. Eligibility for the four (4) scholarships for the Holland Patent Senior High School seniors, will be based on the applicant’s grade point average, Americanism, interest in pursuing a higher education, involvement in the local community, character
and individual financial needs.
Roberts Post 161 derives moneys for these scholarships and other children and youth programs by sponsoring the fish fry and seafood dinners during the Lenten season and various other Legion fundraisers.
Applications are available at the Leon R. Roberts Post 161 after 3pm and the Holland Patent High School Guidance Office.
Completed applications must be returned to the American Legion Post no later than April 30th, 2023.
Additional scholarship applications for graduating seniors are being sponsored by the Oneida County Scholarship Committee. They will also be available at both locations.
Holistic Health and Nutrition at Prospect Free Library
Siena RobertsAppleton, RN, MCN, will present a program on Holistic Health and Nutrition at Prospect Library on Saturday, February 11th at 1:00 –2:00 PM. The program is free to anyone who
would like to learn more about health, nutrition, and ways to support their body for long term health.
Topics will include nutrition and supplements, Jaffe Mallor Technique (JMT), Detoxing ION Cleanse foot bath, Low Level Laser Therapy, and Toxins. There will be time to ask questions.
Ms. Roberts-Appleton holds AS degrees in Science and in Applied Science, a BS degree in Nursing, and a MS degree in Applied Nutrition. She is the owner of Holistic Health and Nutrition in Barneveld. The library is located at 116 Upper State Street in Prospect.
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Holistic Health and Nutrition at Prospect Free Library
Siena Roberts-Appleton, RN, MCN, will present a program on Holistic Health and Nutrition at Prospect Library on Saturday, February 11th at 1:00 – 2:00 PM. The program is free to anyone who would like to learn more about health, nutrition, and ways to support their body for long term health.
Topics will include nutrition and supplements, Jaffe Mallor Technique (JMT), Detoxing ION Cleanse foot bath, Low Level Laser Therapy, and Toxins. There will be time to ask questions.
Ms. Roberts-Appleton holds AS degrees in Science and in Applied Science, a BS degree in Nursing, and a MS degree in Applied Nutrition. She is the owner of Holistic Health and Nutrition in Barneveld.
The library is located at 116 Upper State Street in Prospect.
Remsen Library: Jewelry Sale!
The Didymus Thomas Library is having a Used Jewelry Sale from January 25th through February 15. Abeloved patron is donating her jewelry and all proceeds will benefit the library. Come pick a treasure for yourself or your valentine. Priced to sell.
Reminder: The Remsen Library is Fine Free. If you do not have a card, come and get one! You can access the Utica OD on our website with your Remsen Library card.
St. Patrick’s Food Pantry
Food assistance is available at the Food Pantry at St. Patrick’s in Forestport by calling 315-942-4618, extension 105. Please leave a message with your unblocked phone number. Avolunteer will return your call to schedule an appointment. You can also reach us by mail at Food Pantry, 108 Charles Street, Boonville, NY13309. We can help.
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Senior members of the Holland Patent Boys Varsity Swim Team were recently honored during a at-home meet. From the left are Everet Race, Jarimia Howe and Christian Kennedy.
Above: Holland Patent Boys Varsity Wrestlers were honored at a recent match. Pictured from the left are: Adam Stowell, Jordan Koenig, Anthony Phan, Nick DeForrest and Rhese Cellamare. This is the first year that Holland Patent has had a Girls Varsity Wrestling Team, who have also had an impressive season.
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Wardner Tells of a 1957 Close Encounter with a UFO
Recent changes in the Armed Forces’disclosure of mysterious phenomena now take the stigma away from talking about close encounters with unidentified flying objects. No longer do people have to protect their reputations by keeping silent. Sometimes they might see a stationary object, like last issue’s front page photograph of the multi-colored star explained. The motion of that photo was caused by moving the
camera, not a moving celestial event.
This issue Ed Warner of Holland Patent shares his story.
“In 1955 I got out of the Navy and decided to attend Syracuse University,” Wardner said.
He was hanging around Dolgeville, where he grew up, and joined the Dolgeville Methodist Youth Group.
“We were going to Pine Lake for a dance. When I got there I saw this girl
who was a good dancer but I wasn’t and I asked her to dance anyway,” he said.
Her name was Virginia, and Wardner was smitten with her, as they say. At the time he didn’t know if she felt the same about him. But they started dating, the beginnig of a life-long marriage.
After Ed finished his first year at S.U. he would travel back on weekends to see Virginia.
He didn’t have a car but now he needed one, as he was tired of catching rides. He ended up buying a 1954 Hudson Wasp, a four door coup which he said was better than a Cadillac.
This report took place in 1957, Ed was 25 years old at the time.
“I was on my way to visit Virginia in Bleecker, a town north of Gloversville. It was a dark night and I came down a hill and the road led up another hill in front of me. As I was
about to head up the hill a bright light came down out of the sky above my car.”
There wasn’t any noise at first but as the craft got closer above the roof, Warner began to hear a noise.
“I started to hear a buzzing and it got louder as it got closer,” he said. The light got brighter and brighter and the car started to get real hot. It got so hot that the engine and the lights shut down. There was such a strong energy field that the thermal cutoff switch was triggered.”
Wardner said that the Hudson was one of only a few cars that had that device.
The light rose into the sky and disappeared.
After a few minutes the
lights came back on and Ed was able to restart the engine and proceeded to his girlfriend’s house.
“I tried to explain to her parents but as they were just getting to know me they must have thought I was batty.”
Perhaps that is why people have waited to tell their stories.
Contact the Rural Star with your close encounters.
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BOONVILLE FARMS COOPERATIVE ANNUALMEETING
On December 21, 2022 the Boonville Farms Cooperative held their 88th Annual meeting at Delta Lake Inn in Rome, NY. In attendance was 60 people representing currently 27 Dairy farms in the cooperative.
It was reported that 9 dairy farms retired or had career changes this past year. Most of the milk produced in 2022 was sold to Chobani Yogurt or Hood in Boston, Mass.
In recognition of producing of/and meeting the standards for Quality Milk Award’s consists of 300 K somatic cell count and less and 20K and less bacteria and Preliminary Incubation counts less than 20 for 12 consecutive months: Rodney Southwick of Southwick Farms in Westernville, Darlene Reilly of Annsdale Farms in Taberg, Garrie and Andrew Smith of Big Brook Farm in Lee Center, Bruce and Marcy Matis of Bru-Mar Farms in Fonda, Sid, Rita, Dan and Kayleigh Southwick
in Ava, Beverly and Mike Napierkowski in Boonville, Pete and Danette Giesse in Westernville, Nare Farms in Fonda, Ferdinand Lewandrowski of Honeydale Farm in Newport, William and Rose Foster of Foster’s Acres in Newport, John Scanlon in Little Falls, Nevin and Joyce Horst in Port Byron, Paul and Marilyn High in Wolcott, Travis and Rose Martin of Otter Lake Acres in Weedsport and Vanlieshout Family of Brabant Farms in Stittville.
Special recognition awards were given out for the lowest Bacteria to Andrew and Garrie Smith of Big Brook Farm in Lee Center, for lowest Preliminary Incubation Count went to Lee Martin of Lamplight Farm in Lee Center, and lowest Somatic Cell Count went to Arlyn and Rachel Martin in Port Byron. Rodney Willson Sr.
was honored for his hardwork and dedication of 9 years as the Boonville Farms
Certified Milk Inspector (ie. Milk Quality Specialist).
Ben Simons was given a recognition award for his 30 years serving on the Board of Directors, 25 years of being the treasurer. Megan Goldstein of Steuben has her CMI certification and is F.A.R.M. Certified and now is the milk inspector for Boonville Farms.
Newly elected officers for 2023 are Chris Hoefele of Fonda and
Nelson Horst of Cato and Rodney Willson
Jr. as treasurer. Reelection of officers are Lee Martin, president, Mike Napierkowski, vice president, Rose Foster, secretary Other officers of the board consist of Garrie Smith, Sid Southwick, Bruce Hawkins.
We the board members that have served in the past want to congratulate the new incoming officers.
On behalf of all the farmers of Boonville Farms Cooperative, we wish everyone a very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous 2023.
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Newport Free Community Buffet Dinner
February 18 4:00-6:00 pm Newport United Methodist Church Rt. 28 / Main St., Newport
From left to right: Lee Martin, President & Benjamin Simons, award recipient.
Saturday,
Jack Arnold Reising Marjorie J. Baron
Jack Arnold Reising, age 72, of Woodhull Road, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at his residence.
Jack was born in Rome, on May 14, 1950, a son of Leon and Dorothy Bielby Reising. He graduated from Clinton High School, with The Class of 1968 and joined the U.S. Army in 1969, serving his country in the Vietnam War, where he was wounded and received the Purple Heart. He also served in Germany and in the National Guard and Army Reserves. He was mobilized after the 911 attacks, to serve with the Army Corp of Engineers, from 2002-2010.
Later, Jack was employed at the Oneida County Office Building, retiring after 30 years, as an investigator for the Department of Social Services.
On August 14, 1999, Jack was united in holy matrimony with Mary Beth Christensen, at St. Patrick’s Church, Forestport.
James Kenneth Ossont
James Kenneth "Jimmy" Ossont, 57, of Barneveld, passed away peacefully following a long illness at Strong Memorial Hospital on January 18, 2023 with his loving family by his side.
Born in Utica, on November 13, 1965 to Kenneth L. and Linda A. (Webster) Ossont. Jim graduated from Remsen High School in 1983. He married Cherie Oaster in July 1984, together they share four children; later the couple divorced.
Through the years Jim was employed with Smith Packing, Scheidelman Inc., and Production Painting along with his brother Steve Jones. While working for Lowe’s he met his second wife, Lea Silvernail. They married in July 2019. Jim enjoyed watching sports, coaching soccer when his children were young, listening to classic rock, cooking and bird watching. He also took pride in creating and caring for his beautiful aquariums.
Jim is survived by his loving wife Lea, and her two children, Tom and Grace Beatty; his daughters: Richelle and Fred Murray, Valerie Houck (Mike Bailey), sons: Derek Ossont (Larae Gillette) and Devin Ossont, 12 grandchildren, his mother and step-father Linda and John “Jack” Jones and sisters: Kristina Sutherland and Judith Smith. He will be missed by his father and mother- In-law Joseph and Carol Robenski, and brother-in-law John (Melina) Sauveur, whom he shared a special bond with. He is also survived by stepsiblings: Mary Mills, Denise Jones, Helen Jones and Richard (Colleen) Jones, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
He was predeceased by his father Kenneth L. Ossont; step-brother Steven Jones; brother-in-law Danny Sutherland; and grandparents Arlene and Floyd Ossont and Mildred and Kenneth Webster.
Per Jim's wishes there will be no service. Acelebration of life and burial will be announced in the Spring. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Jim's remembrance to your local fire company.
Jack was a member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 490, The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 944, the Taberg American Legion and the Rome V.F.W.
Jack was a devoted fan of the Buffalo Bills Football Team and the Utica Comets. He also enjoyed boating and golfing and most of all Jack enjoyed spending time with friends and family.
In addition to his wife, Mary Beth Reising, Jack is survived by four daughters, and one son; Jennifer (Eric) Armstrong, Jack Resing, Jr., and Sarah Moffat, Kerri (Ben) Morris, Dawn Reising and Jeff Egelston, Samantha (Charles) Vanderworken; ten grandchildren, Eric, Andrew, Josh Armstorng, Alyssa and Austin Reising, MaKenzy and Zachery Morris, Julian Egelston, Abigale and Emily Vanderworken; five brothers and sisters, Terry Campbell, Douglas Reising, Lou Ann and Dick Hillage, Sue Ann Callahan and Terry Newton, Leon Resign, III and Sue and one sister in law, Betty Sweet and Carla and John Christensen and Casey Stevenson.
Jack was predeceased by his parents, Dorothy and Leon and two siblings, David Lee and Linda Lou.
Jack will be fondly remembered as a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather and brother.
AMass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Matthew Rawson, on Friday, February 3, 2023, at 11:00
A.M., at St. Patrick’s Church, Forestport. Aspring interment with Military Honors, will be in St. Patrick’s Cemetery. Calling hours are Thursday, 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. at Trainor Funeral Home, Inc. 143 Schuyler St. Boonville. Memorial contributions may be made to Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 490, 22 Woodberry Road, New Hartford, NY 13413 or to the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 944, P.O. Box 4444, Utica, NY13504-4444
Marjorie J. Baron, 95, passed away in the comfort of her home on January 20, 2023.
She was born in Utica, NYon December 6, 1927 a daughter of John and Gladys Ulinski Killian. Marjorie grew up in New York Mills and married Alfred Baron in February of 1947. The couple lived in Remsen for a time and moved to their present home on Whittaker Road, Holland Patent. Mr. Baron passed away several years ago.
Marjorie loved life and loved reading books, watching movies and her special dog, “Chip”. She was a forty year member of the Holland Patent American Legion and she was a volunteer at the Holland Patent Library.
Surviving are two daughters, Christine Staley, New York Mills and Irene Grimshaw, Eatonton, Georgia; granddaughter, Angeline Williams, Georgia; grandsons, Garrett Grimshaw, North Carolina, Kevin and wife Renee Staley, Holland Patent; great grandchildren, Laurice and Walker Bullard, Chloe Grimshaw, and Skylar Staley; brother, John Killian, Holland Patent and three nieces, Lenore, Judy and Holly. The family would like to give a special thank you to her neighbor Dan for being there.
In keeping with Marjorie’s wishes there will be no calling hours or service. Ackley- Mills Funeral Home, Remsen is in charge of the arrangements.
Elizabeth Yvonne (Thomas) Francis,
Elizabeth Yvonne (Thomas) Francis, 88, of Remsen died on January 5, 2023.
Betty was born at the family homestead on Bardwell’s Mill Road, in Remsen, NY, on August 18, 1934, the only child of Didymus R. Thomas and Violet (Mathias) Thomas. She graduated from Remsen Central School with the Class of 1952. On August 23, 1952, she married her high school sweetheart, Richard (Dick) Francis, at Trinity Episcopal Church, Boonville, NY. They made their home in Remsen. Dick died on March 22, 2006. Their marriage was blessed with three daughters, Robin, Pamela, and Wendy.
Betty was raised by her loving parents on the family farm. Growing up near Kayuta Lake allowed her to enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing. She played clarinet in the school band and sang in the school chorus and church choir. Dick shared her love of music, and they often went to country and western dances with their friends. They also enjoyed traveling. She loved to cook and bake and did both to perfection. She was especially known for her wedding cakes, pies, doughnuts, and jars of jams and jellies. She took great pleasure in having family and friends to the house for dinner. Betty was also skilled at sewing, crocheting, and gardening. She loved all of the family pets and had many over the years. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Boonville, and often helped cook for the dinners held at the church.
In addition to her own children, Betty was like a mother to many young people. The Francis house was open to everyone and many enjoyed being treated like family by Betty and Dick—love, advice, and discipline were given as needed.
Betty was known for her strong work ethic. She worked for many years in the office at the Dairylea Ice Cream plant in Utica and owned White Birch Inn for a short time, but the job she loved most was driving school bus for Remsen Central School. She looked forward to each new school year and also loved driving the sports teams to their games. She shared a million laughs with her fellow bus drivers. She truly cared for her “kids on the bus” and would make them special treats such as Christmas cookies.
Betty was an amazing woman, was totally devoted to Dick
and her family and friends, and was loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her three daughters: Robin Kinne of Watertown, Pamela Wilmot and her husband Loren of Remsen and Wendy Piekielniak and her husband Michael Jr., of Remsen; grandchildren Michelle Lighthall and her husband Carl Jr. of Prospect, Megan Howard and her husband Alex of Watertown and Richard Zachary Kinne and his wife Laura of Chaumont, Shaun Wilmot of Florida, Heidi Wills Tuttle and her family of Carthage; great-grandsons, Ethan Stirling and Dalton Stirling of Prospect; Dick’s sister and brother-in-law, Eleanor and Allen Broadbent of Rome and their children, Leslie, Lisa, Bill, and Jamie and their families; the Richardson family of Rochester; Jerry & Elsie Wells and their children, Tina, Sandy, Jerry Jr., and Richard; and many special cousins, friends, and neighbors, both past and present.
Betty was predeceased by her husband, her parents, Dick’s parents, Howard and Ruth Francis, her Godparents, Barnabas and Eliza Mitchell, friends Clyde and Elsie Roberts, Ray and Marilyn Hoffman, and David, Deed, and John Richardson and many other friends and family members.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to Rev. Linda Logan and all of Betty’s care givers, especially Dr. Sam Gooldy and all who work in his office and the entire staff and her roommate, Shirley Corbett, at the Lutheran Care Facility in Clinton. May God Bless each of you for helping us care for Mom.
ARequiem Eucharist will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 9, 2023, at Trinity Episcopal Church, Schuyler Street, Boonville, NY, with the Rev. Linda Logan officiating. Calling hours will be at the Ackley-Mills Funeral Home, 9597 Main Street, Remsen, NY, on Sunday, January 8, 2023, from 2-6 p.m. Burial will be in the Spring in Fairchild Cemetery, Remsen, NY.
The family requests donations be given in Betty’s name to either Trinity Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 151, Boonville, NY13309, or Remsen Volunteer Fire Company, P.O. Box 299, Remsen, NY13438.
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Marguerite B. Parsons,
Marguerite B. Parsons, 65, of Floyd, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2023, at the Lutheran Home in Clinton, NY.
She was born on October 26, 1957, in Utica, NY, a daughter of the late C. Edward and Catherine Lynch Bintz. Marguerite was a graduate of both Holland Patent High School and Utica College. On October 25, 1980, she was united in marriage to Stephen J. Parsons in a ceremony which took place in St. Leo’s Church of Holland Patent. Stephen predeceased Marguerite on April 18, 2018. Marguerite was employed as a Grant Writer with the Oneida Indian Nation in Oneida, NY. She was formerly employed by the March of Dimes and also a former Oneida County Legislator. Marguerite was a member of St. Leo’s Church where she served as Cantor. She was an avid runner who ran in the New York City Marathon and who was a member of the Utica Runners, Roman Runners and Utica Boilermaker Training Program.
She is survived by her beloved son, Christian Parsons and wife, Alexa, of Seneca Falls, NY; two cherished grandchildren, Declan and Grady; a sister, Mary VanValkenburgh, Stittville; two brothers, James Bintz, Holland Patent and John (Michelle) Bintz, Albany.
AMemorial Service will be held in the late spring at St. Leo’s Church of Holland Patent.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to National Public Radio at NPR, PO Box 791490, Baltimore, MD 21279-1490.
Arrangements by Strong-Burns & Sprock Funeral Home, 7751 Merrick Road, Rome.
Lynn A. Breen,
Lynn A. Breen, 63, of State Route 26 passed away on January 25, 2023 at Mid-Hudson Valley Division of Westchester Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, N.Y. She was born in Rome, N.Y. on October 27, 1959 a daughter of Joseph and Mary Rutledge Jones. Lynn grew up on Hillside Road in the Town of Western and graduated from Adirondack Central High School in 1976 and graduated from Herkimer College in 1978 with a degree in accounting. Lynn was Director of ASC Services at Mohawk Valley Community College for over 40 years, retiring in 2018. She married Frank Breen in 1995 and settled in West Leyden.
Lynn enjoyed going to camp at South Lake and making spaghetti sauce every fall with her family. Surviving are her husband Frank; her parents, Joseph and Mary Jones, Town of Western; one son and daughter -in- law, Broc and Natasha Breen, Boonville; a step son, Josh Breen, grandchildren, Jameson and Wesley Breen, step grandchildren, Raelynne, Callie, and Emmett; two sisters and brother- in -law, Karen and Kevin Heath, and Glenda Jones, all of Westernville; nieces and nephews, Glen and Paige Jackson, Justus Jo and Justin Jones, great nieces and nephew, Talon, Autumn and Willow. She was predeceased by her first husband, Dennis Anson. There were calling hours. at Mills Funeral Home, Boonville. Burial in the spring at Westernville Cemetery. Donations in memory of Lynn can be made to Westernville Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 17, Westernville, NY13486.For an online message of sympathy please go to www.millsfuneralhomes.com.
Ward W. Rickard
Ward W. Rickard, 92, of the Town of Ohio, died on January 18, 2023 at MVHS-St. Luke’s Campus, New Hartford, with his loving and devoted family by his side.
Mr. Rickard was born on February 13, 1930 in Poland, a son of the late Howard and Gladys (Nellis) Rickard. He graduated from Poland Central School. In February 1951, he entered the U. S. Army. He received his diploma in 1952 and was also united in marriage to the former Helen Fritts on August 31st at the Newport United Methodist Church. He served during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1953 at the rank of Private First Class, Technician. The couple moved to the Town of Ohio in 1959. Ward was a life-long iron worker. He was a member of the International Association of Bridge, Structural and Ornamental Iron Worker’s Union, Local #440, Utica. He was a self employed fence builder before his retirement. Helen preceded him in death on December 3, 2013 and he missed her immensely.
Mr. Rickard was a member of the Adirondack Post #1118 American Legion, Cold Brook. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, especially rabbit hunting with the beagles that he raised. In his later years he enjoyed cooking, gardening and was always there to lend a helping hand.
Lorna C. Van Buskirk
Lorna C. Van Buskirk, 82, formerly of Barneveld, died on January 18, 2023 at the Presbyterian Home, New Hartford with her family by her side.
Lorna was born on March 4, 1940 in Warsaw, NY, a daughter of the late James and Estella (Ackerman) Cusack. She graduated from Castille High School and furthered her education at Elmira College. On November 29, 1958, Lorna was united in marriage with J. Patrick Van Buskirk in Syracuse. In her early years, she was an avid softball player. She also enjoyed bowling, golfing and playing cards. She loved her vacations in Cape Cod, Florida, Myrtle Beach and various other tropical locations with friends and family. Lorna worked for years as a receptionist for Dr. Cooley, did the books at Hinge Hardware, and worked the prescription counter at Mapledale Pharmacy. Community positions she held include: Town of Trenton Court Clerk, Town of Trenton Tax Collector, Barneveld Village Clerk, and a Board of Trustees Member at the Barneveld Library. Patrick preceded her in death on March 17, 2019.
Survivors include her sister, Jane Terwillegar of Greensboro NC, a son, Scott (Jody) Van Buskirk of Holland Patent; a daughter, Alice (Mike) Morgan of Stittville; a daughter-in-law, Cindy Van Buskirk of Fort Mill SC; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a niece and a nephew. In addition to her husband Patrick, Lorna was predeceased by a son, James "Jamie" Van Buskirk on January 9, 2021.
Calling were at the Autenrith Funeral Home, Newport. A memorial service followed. Spring inurnment will take place in Evergreen Cemetery, Barneveld, at the convenience of the family.
Memorials may be made to ALS of Utica, 9169 River Road, Marcy, NY13403.
Survivors include four children, Joyce (Stanley) Postol, Carl (Patty) Rickard, Ronald (Sara) Rickard, and Darla (Tom) Krull, all of the Town of Ohio; a daughter-in-law, Kathryn Rickard of the Town of Ohio; a sister-in-law, Susan Rickard of NC; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his wife of 61 years, Helen, Ward was predeceased by a son, Gary Rickard in 2015; and three brothers, John, Francis and Glenn Rickard. He will be greatly missed by his family for his love, devotion, wisdom, and sense of humor. It will stay with us forever.
In accordance with Ward’s wishes there will be no public services. Aprivate graveside service will take place at Ohio Cemetery in the spring. Arrangements are under the direction of the Autenrith Funeral Home, Newport.
Donald William Howard
Donald William Howard, Sr., 74, of Holland Patent, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2023, after a long and wonderful life. He was the son of the late Charles O. and Lela Howard. Don was educated in the Waterville school district. He moved to Colorado after graduation and joined the Army where he went on to serve proudly in the Vietnam War.
Donald, Gramp, Don or Big Don (as known affectionately by most) entered into Marriage in December of 1970 to the love of his life Sherian Runyon Howard. Together they would raise two sons, Donald Jr. and Christopher L. who would be the joy and center of all they did. They would give Don and Sherry 6 beloved grand children and two great grand children who would be their greatest joy. He was an avid hunter, antique car enthusiast, motorcycle enthusiast and loved to be anywhere his family and friends were. He truly enjoyed his journey right to the very end!
Don is survived by his sons, Donald Jr. and Joanne, and Christopher and Holly O. Howard; grandchildren, Dariek (Joelle) Howard, Bridgett (Jordan) Brown, Alexis, Lindsey, Margaret, and Abigail; great-grandchildren, Lucy Grace and William Paul; a brother, Tom (Cathy) Howard; sisters-in-law, Beatty (Charles), Debbie (Bruce) Howard, Jean (Time) R. Keenan, and Brenda (Joe) R. Breister; father-in-law, Donald Runyun; brother-in-law, Don Runyon; and many nieces and nephews and greatnieces and nephews to whom he was very close. Don was predeceased by his beloved wife, Sheri; and 3 brothers, Doug (Pauline), Charlie and Bruce.
Don had many wonderful and lifelong friends and he leaves us all with so many wonderful memories. He will be missed.
Amemorial service was at Prince-Boyd & Hyatt Home for Funerals Rome. Acelebration of Don's life followed at the VFWin Remsen. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Dons favorite charity St. Jude.
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Jesse Williams and the First Cheese Factory
Just North of Rome, at the site of the current New York State Fish Hatchery, the modern cheese industry was born in 1851. Jesse Williams was a successful farmer and cheese maker but believed by working together as cooperative dairies, farmers could maximize their profits. This led him to start the first cheese factory in the United States, a move that revolutionized agriculture not only locally, but across the nation. Patrick Reynolds, Director of Public Programs at the Oneida County History Center will discuss the origin of the Cheese Factory System.
Jesse Williams was born in Rome in 1798 and like his father became a farmer. Although there was considerable cheese making going on in New York, its market value
suffered from inconsistency. Jesse objected to the quality as well as the lack of uniformity in size. To address these issues, he invented machinery and equipment that guaranteed high quality cheese made in uniform sizes. 1851 marked the first year he combined the milk from his own farm with that of his son’s farm. From that small partnership grew the cheese factory industry. He built the first cheese factory in the United States at “Highland Mills” adjacent to the current fish hatchery. Soon dozens of area dairy farmers were delivering their milk to him to make cheese. The first year he produced 100,000 pounds of cheese and was an immediate success. Quickly his ideas spread to other sections of the country and the world.
As news spread of
Williams’success, dairymen from across the country flocked to Rome to learn about the new process. Williams and his wife answered as many questions as they could to spread the gospel of cooperative cheese making. Within 15 years, there were 500 such factories in New York alone.
In 1864, Williams’success led to the formation of the New York State Cheese-maker’s Association, which soon thereafter became the American Dairy Association.
On the 100th anniversary of Jesse’s cheese factory, John H. Kraft, president of Kraft Foods, proclaimed that “pioneers like Jesse Williams… [fathered] the ideas and tools that have made America great.” This man, Kraft said, “exemplified the spirit which has made the dairy industry the largest agricultural industry in America.”
Jesse Williams died in 1864 at age 67. At that time Oneida County was making over eight million pounds of cheese per year. Williams never patented his cheese-making inventions but gave them to the agricultural world.
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