Duncan P. “Dunc” Hinckley, 81, of Chester, VA, formerly of Piffard, NY died Sunday, July 29, 2012 at the Hospice Center of  Charleston in Mount Pleasant, SC following a brief illness.

Dunc was born in Batavia, NY on December 25, 1930 and was the son of Percy & Sarah (Gardner) Hinckley.

He grew up in Alexander, NY and was a graduate of Alexander Central School (class of 1948).  In 1953 he graduated from SUNY Brockport where he received his BS Degree in Education.  He later received his Masters Degree in Education from SUNY Buffalo. 

Lillian R. Roselli – 72 – of Rochester, formerly of Hornell died Sunday (July 8, 2012) at Rochester General Hospital.

Born in Hornell on August 7, 1939, she was the daughter of Dominic & Mary (Constantino) Espisito.

Lillian grew up in Canisteo and was a graduate of Canisteo High School (class of 1957).  She later attended St. James School of Nursing. 

While living in Hornell she had been a member of St. Ann’s Parish.  She was employed for a few years in the late 1970’s as “head cook” at Camp Rathbun.   In the mid 1980’s she worked at the Head Start Program. 

J. David “Scrod” Broderick – 58 – of 6989 Lain Road, Hornell, died unexpectedly early Monday morning (July 2, 2012) at his home, while working in his garden.

Born in Hornell on February 10, 1954, he was the son of James & Dolores (Rouscher) Broderick.

Dave, affectionately known as “Scrod”, grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1972). 

For nearly 40 years he was employed in the Sales Department of the Hornell Evening Tribune, most recently as a Multi Media Sales Executive.  For about four years in the early 1990’s he worked both sales and service for Paul DeLima Coffee. 

Scrod was a true outdoorsman who loved everything about Mother Nature.  He also was an avid hunter (both rifle & archery) and a passionate gardener.  He was an honorary member of the Straight Arrow Hunting Camp.  His happiest times were spent enjoying the outdoors and he especially cherished all activities with his family.  Dave love watching football and golf on television and was an avid Buffalo Bills and Tiger Woods fan.  For many years he was a member of the Hornell Knights of Columbus.

Donald Dominic “Don” Piano – (81) – with residences in both Hornell and Rochester, New York, died peacefully Saturday morning (June 23, 2012) at Rochester General Hospital following a long battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born on Central Park in Rochester on November 11, 1930, he was the son of (Giuseppe/Joseph) and Frances (D’Angelo) Piampiano (name later changed to Piano).

As a child, Don lived in Rochester and Buffalo.  His family moved to Hornell when he was about 10 years old.  One of his fondest early memories was attending the 1939 New York World’s Fair.  He was a member of the Hornell High School Class of 1950. 

From 1951 – 1953, Don served his country as a member of the US Army Security Courier Corps, stationed at Rhein-Main Air Base in West Germany.  After returning home, Don enrolled at Alfred State College, where he earned his Associate’s Degree in Applied Sciences / Sales and Distribution. 

Rosemary M. “Mitzie” Murphy – 81 – of 116 Maple St., Hornell, died Friday morning (June 22, 2012) at St. James Mercy Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Hornell on December 13, 1930, she was the daughter of Edward & Katherine (Hennessy) McEntee.

A lifelong resident of Hornell, Mitzie was a graduate of St. Ann’s School (class of 1945) and later graduated from Hornell High School (class of 1949).  For two years she attended Geneseo State College where she majored in Librarian and Elementary Education. 

Rosemary was employed for 2 years as a secretary in the Order Department of the former SKF Industries.  She later served as a substitute teacher at St. Ann’s School under Sister Mary Irma for 3 years and as secretary of St. Ann’s School for 29 years.  She retired in 1998.

William L. “Bill” Brown – 82 – of Hornell, died Wednesday morning (June 6, 2012) at his home, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on October 7, 1929, he was the son of LeVerne & Bernice (Bicknell) Brown.  Bill grew up in Hornell and attended Hornell Public Schools until graduation from Hornell High School in 1948.

In December, 1948, Bill began working at the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), Division of Engineering, district No. 6, in Hornell, NY. 

Bill was a veteran of the US Army during the Korean Conflict, serving his country from 1951 – 1953.  Following his Honorable Discharge in February, 1953, he returned to the NYSDOT to become a civil engineer and in April, 1981, received the Engineer of the Year Award.  In May, 1986, Bill retired following 37 ½ years of service.

Harry E. Becker – (90) – of 73 Steuben St., Hornell, died early Friday morning (May 25, 2012) at the Bath VA Medical Center, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on august 6, 1921, he was the son of Charles & Florence (Raish) Becker.

Harry grew up in Hornell and attended Hornell High School.  During WWII, Harry proudly served his country as a member of the US Army.  He was a member of Company K 108th Infantry Regiment (27th Division) which later became the 40th Infantry Division in the Pacific.  He participated at Guadalcanal, New Britain, Luzon, Mindanao & Leyte. 

During his military career, Harry received numerous medals & awards, including the Bronze Star, American Defense Service Medal, American Service Medal and the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal with Arrowhead.   He also received the Good Conduct Medal, Philippines Liberation Ribbon, Expert Infantry Badge, Combat Infantry Badge, WWII Victory Medal and the Antarctica Service Medal.

Walter M. “Ike” Schieder – 62 – of 480 Maple City Drive, Hornell, died unexpectedly Sunday afternoon (May 20, 2012) at his home.

Born in Hornell on August 12, 1949, he was the son of Joseph & Adele (Lucas) Schieder.

Although Ike was raised in Hornell, he attended Manlius Military School during his sophomore year.  He returned to Hornell High School for his junior & senior years and graduated with his class in 1967.  He later attended Monroe Community College and Alfred State College.
 
He had been employed as a lab technician at former Bethesda Hospital in the mid-1970s and had also worked at the former FBC Department Store.  For a time, Ike worked at the Alfred Ski Lodge in the maintenance department and making snow.

Dr. Joseph P. McCormick – 65 – of 72 Maple St., Hornell, died early Sunday morning (May 20, 2012) at St. James Mercy Hospital, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on November 30, 1946, he was the son of Charles & Catherine (Bulock) McCormick.

Joe grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of St. Ann’s School.  He later spent four years attending St. Andrews Roman Catholic Seminary in Rochester, NY. 

He was a 1969 graduate of Alfred University where he earned his BA Degree in biology.  He later studied physics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY.  Dr. McCormick graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC.  Following his graduation from medical school, he completed his surgical residency at George Washington University Medical Center.

Mark S. Sawczyszyn – 57 – a resident of Southview IRA in Wayland, NY, formerly of Hornell, died unexpectedly Thursday morning (May 17, 2012) at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville, where he was taken after being stricken at home.

Born in Hornell on May 12, 1955, he was the son of Stephen & Elnora (Butler) Sawczyszyn.

A resident of Hornell for most of his life, Mark moved to Wayland about 8 years ago.  He had been a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church.  While residing in Wayland, he enjoyed the time that he had spent working at the Dogwood Day Service in Dansville.  He later looked forward to spending time at the Adult Day Care at McAuley Manor in Hornell.