Canisteo, New York
Pacer A. Schoonover – 49 – of 44 Russell St., Canisteo, NY, died Friday morning (March 14, 2026) at St. James Hospital, following a long illness.
Born in Corning, NY on August 5, 1976, he was the son of Joy “Cindy” (VanGorden) Schoonover and Kevin Harris.
Pacer grew up in the Corning area where he attended high school. He later received his General Educational Development (GED) Degree. He had resided in the Hornell-Canisteo area for the past 4 years and had been employed in the kitchen at Billy Schu’s Restaurant and most recently Racalto’s Restaurant in Hornell.
He enjoyed the outdoors and especially loved camping.
Surviving are his fiancé, Kristina Stevenson; 3 sons, Paige Schoonover of Michigan, Kade Schoonover of South Plymouth, NY and Lucas Schoonover of Tennessee; his sister, Candy; his brothers, Harold and Brett.
At Pacer’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.
Pacer’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.