Darrin E. Kuker – (54) – of 233 Vincent St., Hornell, died Monday afternoon (December 5, 2011) at McAuley Manor, following a long illness.

Born April 25, 1957 in Scranton, PA, she was the daughter of Dudley & Dolores (Novack) Kuker.

A resident of Hornell since the age of 5, Darrin was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and later graduated from Hornell High School (class of 1975).  Following high school, she attended Allegany BOCES where she majored in Cosmetology.

Darrin was employed for a time at The Americana Beauty Salon in Hornell.  For 13 years she was employed at the former Sears Store in Hornell — first as a “tele-typist” and later at the Sears Furniture Outlet.  For about 6 years she worked at the Hornell Humane Society as a general care-giver to the dogs & cats and for 18 ½ years was employed at the former P&C Grocery in Hornell as Bakery & Produce Clerk.

Angelina C. Devlin – 98 – of 390 Seneca Road, North Hornell, died early Tuesday morning (November 29, 2011) at St. James Mercy Hospital, following a long illness.

Born in Olean on June 17, 1913, she was the daughter of Albert & Catherine (Ward) Kuhn.

Angelina resided in Hornell for most of her life and was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and Hornell High School (class of 1931).  She later received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from State Teacher’s College in Buffalo, NY. 

Her first teaching position was in a one-room schoolhouse in West Almond.  Throughout the years, Angelina taught elementary school in several locations including Canaseraga Central School, North Hornell School, St. Ann’s School, Lincoln School and Arkport Central School.  She retired in 1978.

Francis J. “Frip” Marino – (85) – of 348 Cleveland Ave., North Hornell, died early Saturday morning (November 26, 2011) at Rochester General Hospital, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on May 24, 1926, he was the son of Anthony & Rose Mary (Milanese) Marino.

Frip was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and later graduated from Hornell High School (class of 1944).  He was employed in many capacities for over 44 years at the former Erie Railroad, Erie-Lackawanna Railroad and Conrail.   For four of those years (1984-1988) his employment with the railroad forced him to live in Buffalo, but he was able to move back to Hornell in 1988.  He retired in 1989.

Noreen D. Hall – (78) – of 25 Williams St., Hornell, died Tuesday afternoon (November 8, 2011) at St. James Mercy Hospital, following a Brief illness.

Born in Birdsall, NY on September 15, 1933, she was the daughter of Cash & Edith (Thomas) Davison.

Noreen grew up in Almond and was a graduate of Alfred-Almond Central School (class of 1951).  She later attended Hornell Business School.  She was employed for many years in the credit department of the former Sears & Roebucks Store in Hornell, retiring in 1978.

She had been a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ignatius Loyola Church and later St. Ann’s Church.  Noreen was a former member of the Hornell Women of the Moose.  She enjoyed following Hornell High School sports and was an avid Buffalo Bills Football fan. 

Ruth L. Marcus – (96) – of 9350 State Route 36, Arkport, NY died Tuesday afternoon (October 18, 2011) at the Steuben County Health Care Facility in Bath where she received excellent care for the past 14 months.

Born in Brooklyn, NY on September 5, 1915, she was the daughter of William & Helen (Monaghan) Long.

Ruth grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and Hornell High School (class of 1934).  She later graduated from Geneseo Normal School where she received her teaching degree.  For the next few years she served as a school teacher at several schools, including Columbian School, St. Ann’s School and in Bishopville, NY.

She was married on September 5, 1942 to Gordon Marcus.  Ruth took time off from her teaching career to raise a family.  In 1955, she returned to teaching and from 1955-1967 taught 2nd Grade at Arkport Central School. 

Ruth, along with her husband, owned & operated Knollwood Farms, where many children were introduced to English Horsemanship.  Ruth enjoyed the horse shows that followed and the events of the Belle Hollow Hunt Club.  She was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Canaseraga where she and her family would often welcome new priests to their home for dinner and to enjoy themselves at Knollwood Farms.

In 1967 the family moved to New Jersey where Ruth taught 4th Grade in Lakehurst, NJ.  She retired in 1982 and returned to the Arkport area to be near her family.  She had been a member of several teachers’ organizations, including the Retired Teachers Association.  She enjoyed attending the annual luncheons, getting together with other retired teachers form the area. 

Ruth was a Buffalo Bills fan and enjoyed rooting for the Bills — especially during their glory years.  She enjoyed gardening and decorating her home.  She will be remembered as a very elegant woman by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon, who died in 1975.  She was also preceded in death by her son, John W. Marcus who died in 1997; 2 brothers, John Long and William Long; 4 sisters, Mary Long, Carol Long, Helen Frantz and Katherine Reinhart.

Surviving are 3 daughters, Susan (Ken) Thompson of Arkport, Kathryn (Keith) Jamison of Pittsford and Mary Lee (Dick Muse) Marcus of North Hornell; 2 sons, Karl (Marjorie Antolik) Marcus of Sheridan, MT and Stephen (Gail Wechsler) Marcus of Arkport; her daughter-in-law, Susan (Wally) Jamison of Arkport; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; many nieces & nephews.

The family of Ruth L. Marcus will receive friends on Friday from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 11:00 AM at St. Mary’s Church in Canaseraga with burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Canaseraga.

Ruth’s family request that memorial contributions in her name be made to the Steuben County Health Care Facility, 7009 Rumsey St. Ext.  Bath, NY 14810.  Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.

Donald L. “Don” Criss – 83 – of 16 Emmett St., Hornell, died Friday evening (October 14, 2011) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, following a brief illness.

Born in Coudersport, PA on October 24, 1927, he was the son of John & Loretta (Rupp) Criss.

Don grew up in the Angelica – Belfast area and attended Angelica High School.  He has resided in Hornell for nearly 65 years.

He was employed for many years as an electrician for the former SKF Industries in Hornell, retiring about 19 years ago.  Throughout the years, Don enjoyed riding motorcycles, hunting and taking daily walks.

Don was married on October 9, 1948 to the former Doris Johnson who died August 15, 2005.  He was also preceded in death by 3 brothers, Richard Criss, Robert Criss and Ronald Criss.

Surviving are 2 sons, John (Carolyn) Criss of Corning and Tim (Kristina) Criss of Shaftsbury, VT; 1 daughter, Diana (Rich) Smith of Deltona Beach, FL; 1 brother, Harold (Sarah) Criss of Bath; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews.

At Don’s request there will be no calling hours.  Private services will be held at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Belfast, NY.

Michael A. Stepanian, SR. – (97) – of 71 Church St. Court, Hornell, died Thursday morning (September 29, 2011) at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA following a brief illness.

Born in Niagara Falls, NY on November 5, 1913, he was the son of Zakar & Helen (Kasbarian) Stepanian.

Mike grew up in Niagara Falls and was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School.  He resided in Florida for most of his life where he was employed in the Hotel & Restaurant business in many capacities, including waiter & Maître d.

He has resided in Hornell since 2006.

Mike was a member of the First Baptist Church in Hornell.  He was a lifelong golfer and enjoyed taking his daily walks.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ina and his second wife, Tressie

Surviving are 2 sons, Michael (Audrey) Stepanian of Hornell and Robert (Patricia) Stepanian of Concord, NC.

There will be not prior calling hours.  A Memorial Service will be held on Monday at 3:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in Hornell with Rev. Michael Stepanian, JR and Rev. Jerry Springston officiating.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Louis L. “Louie” Bellanca – 91 – of 16 Pardee St., Hornell, died early Thursday morning (September 22, 2011) at the home of his daughter in East Fallowfield, PA.

Born in Mt. Morris on November 28, 1919, he was the son of Gaetano & Michela (Cordia) Bellanca.

Louie grew up in Mt. Morris and was a graduate of Mt. Morris Central School (Class of 1938).  He later received his Associates Degree in Farm Machinery Maintenance & Repair from Alfred State College.

He was a veteran of the US Army during WWII serving in the Pacific Theater of Operations.  He was the recipient of the Purple Heart Medal. 

Following his discharge from the US Army, Louie had been employed for a time at the former Erie Railroad and later as a mechanic at Peck’s Motor Sales.  For 25 years he was employed as a postal clerk for the US Postal Service, retiring in 1985.

William P. “Bill” Booth – 57 – of 1 Meadows Park, Arkport, died Monday evening at St. James Mercy Hospital, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on July 15, 1954, he was the son of Wilson & Mary (Bullock) Booth.

Bill grew up in Hornell and attended St. Ann’s School and later Hornell High School.  He had been employed for several years as a handyman at the Hornell Knights of Columbus.  For about 15 years he worked in the Specialty Department of Gunlocke Corporation in Wayland making beautiful furniture.  Later, Bill served as an instructor at Groveland Correctional Facility teaching woodworking to the inmates. 

He had been a communicant of St. Ann’s Church and volunteered countless hours “ringing the bell” at Christmas time raising money for the Hornell Salvation Army.  Bill enjoyed collecting clocks, rooting for the Buffalo Bills and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandson.

Elwin Howard “Hud” McKibben – 91 – a resident of Hornell Gardens, formerly of 60 Erie Ave., Hornell, died Friday morning (September 16, 2011) at St. James Hospital.

A native & life resident of Hornell, he was born March 4, 1920 and was the son of Lawrence & Florence (Johe) McKibbin.

Hud was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1938).  He was employed for 47 years at the former Erie Railroad, Erie Lackawanna Railroad and D&H Railroad, retiring about 25 years ago as a conductor. 

He had been a member of the Hornell Association, the former Hornell Eagles Club and the United Transportation Union (UTU).  A true outdoorsman, Hud enjoyed hunting, fishing and working in his vegetable garden.  He was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and a New York Mets fan.  He also enjoyed collecting arrow heads.