Helene M. House – 66 – Of Salt Lake City, UT, formerly of Hornell, died Sunday, April 26^th, 2020, in Salt Lake City, UT, surrounded by her family following a courageous struggle with Frontal Lobe Dementia.

Born in Meadville, PA on December 2, 1953, she was the daughter of Henry & Lena (Feleppa) Turek.

Helene grew up in Hornell and attended St. Ann’s School.  She later graduated from Hornell High School (class of 1971).  For 30 years, she was employed as a member of the Federal Civil Service, working with the United States Air Force.  While with the Federal Civil Service, Helene received numerous awards for Outstanding Performance in the secretarial & administration fields.

Raising her children while a member of the Federal Civil Service, Helene lived & traveled throughout the United States and around the world.  Throughout her lifetime, she enjoyed traveling, hiking and had a deep love of animals, especially her many dogs & cats.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry & Lena Turek.

Surviving are her children, Jeff (Vera) House of San Antonio, TX and Katie (Sam) Schindler of San Antonio, TX; 3 sisters, Patricia (Bob) Murray, Alberta Janousek and Theresa Turek; 2 brothers, Luke (Susan) Turek and Steve (Janean) Turek; her grandchildren, Mia House, Mateus House, Masen House and Travis Schindler; along with several nieces & nephews.  Helene also held a special place in her heart for her former husband, Donald House, as well as her mother-in-law, MaryAnn Leon; her in-laws, Ron House, John House and Kathy House Wright.

At Helen’s request there will be no calling hours.  A private “Celebration of Life” will be held at the convenience of the family.

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

Helene’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to the Alzheimer’s  Association, 435 East Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY  14620.

Sally Ann DeConinck – 79 – a resident of Elderwood at Hornell Nursing Facility, formerly of Spencerport, NY died Sunday at St. James Mercy Hospital following a long illness.

Born in North Hornell on October 3, 1940, she was the daughter of Volney & Etta (HerrNeckar) Waight.

Sally grew up in Greenwood and moved to Hornell in1956 and was a graduate of Hornell High School class of 1958.  Years later, while in her 30’s, she decided to continue her education and ultimately received her Associate Degree in business, at Monroe Community College (MCC) of Rochester.

A resident of the Rochester area for most of her adult life, Sally lived in the Town of Greece for about 18 years and in Spencerport, NY for nearly 31 years.  She had been employed for over 20 years at General Motors (Rochester Products), working on the assembly line and later in the office.

Sally had been a member of Unity church of Greater Rochester.  She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, counted cross stitch, needle point, gardening, making jewelry, reading and playing classical guitar. She had an artistic soul and supported the arts. Sally was a spiritualist with a gift as a healer and medium. She was a generous person who gave to family, friends, and those in need, never asking for anything in return. She was very loving, and could find humor in everyday life, she lifted us up so we could fly.

She was preceded in death by her son, Bradley DeConinck Mroczka who died in February, 2020.  She was also pre-deceased by several brothers & sisters.

Surviving are 2 sisters, Vivian Treckman of Florida and Kay Leposa of Canisteo, NY; 1 brother, Curt Waight of Georgia; several nieces & nephews.

At Sally’s request there will be no calling hours.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with a “Celebration of Life” to be held at a later date.

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

Sally’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450. https://www.lollypop.org/get-involved/give-today/

Pamela G. Stuart, age 68, of Almond, NY died peacefully at Strong Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, April 28^th, 2020 after a brief battle with lymphoma.

Born in North Hornell on February 14, 1952, she was the daughter of Gene & Doris (Mann) Norton and the step-daughter of LaVerne Adams.

Pam grew up in Almond and was a graduate of Alfred-Almond Central School, class of 1970. She excelled at track and soccer while at Alfred-Almond and loved to share stories of her intramural sports competitions. Pam also enjoyed competing with the Alfred Track Club. She was inducted into the Alfred-Almond Sports Hall of Fame in 1995.

She spent time working at Bethesda Hospital, Sun Valley Campsites, and the Alfred University bookstore until her retirement.  Pam devoted most of her life to staying home and raising her four children. When she became a grandma for the first time in 2005, she started a tradition of Sunday dinners that will never quite be the same without her amazing cooking! She also took great pride in having the world’s most perfect left-handed penmanship.

Pam was predeceased by her mother Doris E. Adams, step father LaVerne Adams, and her brother Gary Norton.

She is survived by her Husband, Richard “Dick” Stuart; her children Megan (Philip) Stewart, Jake (Jen) Stuart, Josh (Brigit) Stuart, Jarett Stuart (Emily Nielsen); her grandchildren who were the true joy in her life: Cael Stewart, Tanner Stewart, Owen Stuart, Ryleigh Stuart, Trevor Stuart, Wyatt Stuart, and Levi Stuart; her sister Ami (David) Hunt; and several nieces and nephews.

Per Pam’s request there will be no funeral or burial services.  Her family deeply appreciates any thoughts and prayers you want to send our way.

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

Shirley A. Meehan – 88 – formerly of Hornell, died Tuesday evening (April 28, 2020) in Twinsburg, OH where she has resided for the pasts 1 ½ years.

Born in Hornell on July 28, 1931, she was the daughter of Charles & Geraldine (Gibson) Maglier.

Shirley grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and later graduated from Hornell High School (class of 1949).

On September 9, 1950 she married John “Jack” Meehan who died June 11, 1987.  For many years, Shirley & Jack lived in Lakewood, OH where she raised her family.  They later resided in Exton, PA.  Following the death of her husband, Shirley returned to Hornell where she lived before moving to Twinsburg, OH 1 ½ years ago.

While living in Hornell, Shirley was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church.  Throughout the years she volunteered her time assisting the Board of Elections by helping with both local and federal elections.  She enjoyed playing cards with her friends and was active in the G. Carducci Lodge, Sons of Italy.  Shirley was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed rooting for the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Cleveland Browns.  Her favorite times, however, were simply spending time with family & friends and she especially enjoyed attending high school alumni functions.

In addition to her husband, Shirley was preceded in death by her son, Michael Meehan who died in 2016; 2 brothers, Donald Maglier and Raymond Maglier; 1 sister, Jean McCool.

Surviving are 1 daughter, Mary Farrell of Twinsburg, OH; 3 sons, John Meehan of North Royalton, OH, Terry Meehan of Scarborough, ME and Kevin Meehan of Lakewood, OH; 1 sister, Sharon Siegel of Hornell; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews.

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic there will be no calling hours.  A private graveside service will be held atSt. Mary’s Cemetery at the convenience of the family with Fr. Stan Kacprzak officiating.

The Graveside Service for Shirley will be streamed via Facebook Live and can be viewed on the Dagon Funeral Home Facebook page on Saturday  at 1:00 PM by visiting www.facebook.com/dagonfuneralhome.  The video will remain available for viewing on our Facebook page for 30 days.  

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

Shirley’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to St. Ann’s Academy, 41 Genesee St., Hornell, NY 14843.

Loren A. Chilson – 48 – of 8398 Groveland Station Road, Dansville, NY died unexpectedly Thursday afternoon (April 23, 2020).

Born in Elmira, NY on March 15, 1972, he was the son of Alvin & Marilyn Chilson.

Loren grew up in Elmira and later lived in Wayland where he attended high school.  He has resided in the Dansville area for the past 15 years.

He was employed for about 22 years as a construction worker for Power & Construction Group of  Scottsville, NY, working primarily as a carpenter, mason and heavy equipment operator.

Loren had a deep love of the outdoors and thoroughly enjoyed his time spent hunting, fishing, camping, 4-wheeling and working outdoors (construction).  He had a deep love of family, especially his wife & children.  He also adored his “Canine Companion”, “Spirite” (Spirit).

He was married on June 16, 2001 to the former Shannon Prigge who survives.  Also surviving are 2 sons, Anthony Chilson of Dansville and Austin Chilson of Dansville; his step-son, Brandon East of New Jersey; 2 daughters, Savannah Chilson of Springwater and Cristie East of Dansville; his father, Alvin Chilson of South Dansville; his mother, Marilyn Chilson of Hornell; 2 brothers, Kevin Chilson of Elmira and “Guy” Chilson of Elmira; his sister, Melissa Revette of Binghamton; several nieces & nephews and several in-laws; along with his “brothers”, Matt Prigge & Jim Stewart.

At Loren’s request there will be no calling hours.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family with a “Celebration of Life” to be held at a later date.

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

Loren’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to the Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843.

Tabitha “Tabi” Remchuk Wang – 39 – of 191 Madison Ave., Hornell, died unexpectedly early Thursday morning (April 23, 2020) shortly after arriving at St. James Hospital where she was taken by Hornell City Ambulance after being stricken at home.

Born in Hornell on July 8, 1980, she was the daughter of William & Michelle (McDonald) Remchuk SR.

Tabi grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1998).  She had been employed for several years at Burger King Restaurant in Hornell.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Michelle Remchuk who died August 14, 2019.

Surviving are her son, Evan Morse; her daughter, Lexi Remchuk; her father, William Remchuk SR of Corning; her brother, William “Bill” (Tanya) Remchuk of Corning; her nephew, Logan; her niece, Brenna.

At Tabi’s request there will be no calling hours.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  A “Celebration of Life” will be held at a date & time to be announced.

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

Tabi’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to CASA-TRINITY, (Addiction Services), 45 Maple St., Dansville, NY 14437.

William M. “Mike” Bennett – 65 – of 8723 County Road #52 (Burns Road), Arkport, died Thursday morning (April 23, 2020) at his home, following a long illness.

Born in Fairfax County, VA on December 4, 1954, he was the son of William & Patricia (Davis) Bennett.

Growing up in Hornell, Mike was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1972).  While in high school, Mike excelled in baseball, primarily as a pitcher.  He later attended the University of West Virginia where he was a member of the University of West Virginia Mountaineers Baseball Team.

Mike resided in California for a brief period of time and returned to the Hornell area and began working for the railroad.  He had been employed at the former Erie Lackawanna Railroad, Delaware & Hudson Railroad and C.P. Rail, retiring in 2001 as an engineer.

An avid Buffalo Bills Football fan, Mike enjoyed classic trucks and Harley Davidson Motorcycles.  He loved working around his property, either planting flowers or other landscaping.  Mike was a member of the Sons of American Legion of Arkport and especially enjoyed “Hoisting a Few” with his buddies at Southside Tavern.

Mike always had a deep affection of animals and throughout the years raised many “Canine Companions.”  He would often find himself fondly talking about his favorite dog, “Melanie” who died 10 years ago.

He was married on July 1, 1981 to the former Karen Fiegl who survives.  Also surviving are his son, Joseph Fiegl of Alfred Station; 3 brothers, Timothy Bennett of Salome, AZ, Scott Bennett of Hornell and Jeff (Bridget) Bennett of North Dinwiddie, VA; several nieces & 1 nephew.

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic there will be no calling hours.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  A “Celebration of Life” will be held at a later date.

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

Mike’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843.

Jean E. Alexin – (102) – formerly of Myrtle Ave., Hornell, died Wednesday at Elderwood of Hornell Nursing Facility, where she had resided for the past 9 years.

Born in Jamaica, NY on April 13, 1918, she was the daughter of Felix & Mary (Perillo) Riccardo.  She has resided in Hornell for most of her life.

Jean attended school in Hornell and later was employed as an aide at the former Clancy’s Assisted Living Facility in Hornell.  She later was employed as a seamstress at the former Marion Rohr Corporation for several years.

She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church.  Jean enjoyed cooking & baking and was especially known for preparing delicious pasta dishes.  She was also an excellent seamstress who enjoyed crocheting, sewing and doing alterations on her children’s clothes.  In her younger years, she enjoyed rooting for her husband who played baseball in the former local men’s baseball league.

Jean was married on September 2, 1940 to John Alexin who died January 8, 1993.  She was also preceded in death by 2 brothers, Rev. Benedict Riccardo and Peter Riccardo; 2 sisters, Sister Mary Antoinette Riccardo and Theresa Sheridan.

Surviving are 2 daughters, Teresa (Louis) Pulkowsky of Hornell and Jean (Kevin) Conklin of Hornell; 1 son, John (Donna) Alexin of Choctaw, OK; 8 grandchildren, Lisa (Tony) Green, James Pulkowsky, Thomas (Ann) Freeland, Kimberly Conklin, Kevin (Julie) Conklin, Kristen Conklin, Robert (Carrie) Alexin and Mark (Blair) Alexin; 8 great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews.

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, there will be no calling hours.  A private graveside service will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery at the convenience of the family with Fr. Stan Kacprzak officiating.

The Graveside Service for Jean will be streamed via Facebook Live and can be viewed on the Dagon Funeral Home Facebook page on Monday at 1:30  PM by visiting www.facebook.com/dagonfuneralhome.  The video will remain available for viewing on our Facebook page for 30 days. 

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

Jean’s family request that memorial contributions in her name be made to either St. Ann’s Church, 27 Erie Ave., Hornell, NY 14843 or to Elderwood at Hornell Activities Fund, 1 Bethesda Dr., Hornell, NY 14843.

A special “Thank-You” to the entire staff at Elderwood at Hornell Nursing Facility for their kindness and loving care shown to Jean during her 9 year stay.  Jean’s family will always be eternally grateful!

Carol A. Fiacco – (86) – formerly of 47 Mill St., Hornell, died peacefully to be with her Lord on Tuesday evening (April 21, 2020) at Hornell Gardens where she had resided for the past five years.

A native & life resident of Hornell, she was born June 17, 1933, and was the daughter of Paul & Virginia (Smith) McKinley.

Carol was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1952), and briefly attended Alfred State College.  Several years later she decided to continue her education and earned her Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) diploma.  For several years she was employed at the former Bethesda Hospital, working in the nursery.

While in her 60’s, Carol decided, once again, to return to school and earned her associates degree in Human Services from Alfred State College.  She is a member of the International Honor Society of SUNY Alfred and a member of the AZB Sorority.

For over 30 years she worked in the cafeteria at the North Hornell School.  She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and for many years was a communicant of St. Ignatius Loyola Church.  In recent years she attended St. Ann’s Church.  She was a former member of the Ladies of Columbus and enjoyed taking long daily walks — usually several miles per day. She also enjoyed cooking, planting flowers, playing cards with her friends, traveling and picnics with the mill street neighbors.

Carol will be remembered for being a loving, caring and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend.

She was preceded in death by her brother who died in infancy; her sister Sr. Barbara Cabrini, Sister of Mercy of Frankfort, IL; her sister-in-law Edda (Fiacco) Tuite of Brockton, MA.

Carol was married on October 9, 1954 to the love of her life Robert L. “Bob” Fiacco who survives.  Robert was her loving, caring and devoted husband.  He stood by her side for 66 years until the Lord came to take her home. Also surviving are her son, Mark (Liz) Fiacco of Atlanta, NY; 2 daughters, Susan (Dan) Nickerson of Scio,  and Tara Regan of North Hornell; 2 sisters, Mary Lucy McKinley of Hornell and Helen (Richard) Harkenrider of Rexville; her grandchildren, Jessica Tamburrine, Morgan (Harold) Todd, Leslie (Bernie) Faccilonga, Grant Fiacco, Jonathon Nickerson and Kevin Regan; her great-grandchildren, Madison & Landon Tamburrini, Harold, Marshall, Nora, Oden & Lottie Todd,  Gianna & Dominic Faccilonga and Lincoln Fiacco; brothers-in-law, Ezio (Mary) Fiacco of Hornell, Sonny Fiacco of Brockton, MA, Leo Tuite of Brockton, MA; along with many nieces and nephews.

A special thank you to Aunt Mary Lucy for all of your support and devoted time through the years with our mother and your sister. Also, thank you to all the nurses and staff who took excellent care of our mother at Hornell Gardens Nursing Home.

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic there will be no public calling hours.  A private graveside service will at St. Mary’s Cemetery at the convenience of the family with Fr. Stan Kacprzak officiating.

The Graveside Service for Carol will be steamed via Facebook Live and can be viewed on the Dagon Funeral Home Facebook page on Saturday at 1:00 PM by visiting www.facebook.com/dagonfuneralhome.  The video will remain available for viewing on our Facebook page for 30 days. 

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

Carol’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, PO Box 1000 – Dept. 300, Memphis, TN  38148

Joseph Patrick “Joe” McHale – 88 – formerly of Hornell,  passed away Tuesday Feb 25th, 2020 in Middleburg, Florida following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on February 14, 1932, he was the son of Michael and Twila (Meyers) McHale.

Joe grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1949).  He served in the U.S Navy from 1951-1955 aboard the USS Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Following his navy years, he graduated from Compton Junior College in California receiving his AAS degree.

Returning to Hornell, he worked for Owens publishing in Dansville, managed the Lone Gable Bar/Restaurant, and retired from the USPS (as a rural route carrier).

Joe was an avid golfer, having played all over the world while in the navy.  He was a member of the (old) Hornell Country Club and later the Twin Hickory Golf Club. He and his wife, Julie were snowbirds for years, enjoying golf all over Florida.  Joe was a real handyman who was always ready to fix or repair anything.  He also loved woodworking, and all of his family have examples of his work: Pendulum clocks, footstools, bookshelves, and the like.  So many memories!!!

Throughout the years, Joe had been a member of the Hornell Elks Lodge and later the Green Cove Springs Elks Lodge in Green Cove, FL; the Hornell American Legion, the Hornell Knights of Columbus and the Hornell AMVETS.

In addition to his parents Joe was preceded in death by three brothers, Tom (Jo) McHale, Ray (Mary Lou) McHale and Steve Mchale; his sister-in-law, Anne Williams.

He was married on September 19, 1970 to the former Julie Tristen who survives.  Also surviving are his daughters Kiera McHale and Erin McHale (Jerry) Smith of Middleburg, Fl; 4 grandchildren, Christian Torres, Adriana Torres, Kaleb Smith and Aliyah Smith; his brother Jim (Lucille) McHale of Tafton, PA; sister-in-law Leona Purcell of Orange Park Florida; his brothers-in-law Bill Shane of Oklahoma and Brad Williams of Bath NY; and sister- in-law Linda McHale; along with many nieces and nephews.

Joe was dearly loved and is sorely missed.

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic there will be no calling hours.  His ashes will be interred at the Bath National Cemetery with full military honors in a private ceremony.  A “Celebration of Life” will be held at a later date to be announced.

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

Joe’s family request that donations in his memory be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 435 East Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY  14620.