E – Allen-Denesha Funeral Home

Edna Mae Morehouse 08/11/1983

Edna Mae Morehouse

Edna Mae Morehouse, died on 8/11/1983, Allen-Denesha Funeral Home, DeKalb Junction, entrusted with arrangements. There will be a graveside service on August 10, 2024, at the Hermon Cemetery at 12:00 PM, Robert Morehouse officiating. There will be a luncheon at the Edwards Fire Hall for family and friends following the service. Edna Mae is survived by her parents, Robert L. and Edna M. McCrea Morehouse, siblings, Carrie L. Morehouse, of Gouverneur, Heather M. Folsom (Doug) of Fine, Jason T. Morehouse (Melody) of Vails, Arizonia, Justin B. Morehouse of Edwards, John W. Morehouse II of Florida, 7 nieces and nephews, and a great nephew, Dalton. She was predeceased by her grandparents, Walter A. and Marjorie L. Trowbridge McCrea and Robert P. and Dora Rounds Morehouse, a niece Kaylene Folsom. She was born on August 11, 1983. Contributions in lieu of flowers can be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Edward Petty 05/11/2024

Edward D. Petty

Edward D. Petty, affectionately known as “Skipper” to close family and friends, left this world on May 11, 2024. He exited in the same manner he entered; bold, determined, unassuming, and brave. Along with his billfold, he always carried an opinion in his pocket and was generous in doling them out. He was a man of principle, unwavering in what he held to be true. Ed’s disdain for laziness, reckless spending, and unnecessary waste was in equal proportion to his immense love for tulips in the spring, Morgan horses, antique furniture, traveling abroad, and the Adirondacks. Although never proven, it was rumored that Ed’s ticket to social invitations was his irresistible dinner rolls. No family dinner, church potluck, or holiday dinner was complete without them.

Born September 30, 1947, in Malone, NY, Ed was son to Ferne Hastings and Clarence Petty. After graduating from Canton High School, Ed continued his education at St. Petersburg Community College and then went on to graduate from Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio with a BA in sociology. As a member of Phi Mu Delta, he made friends that would be forever etched on his heart. Ed’s love for teaching took him to Casstown, Ohio, where he taught Economics, Sociology, History, Psychology, and Geography for 28 years at Miami East High School. In addition to classroom instruction, Ed was a class advisor, and he was loved as a Cross-Country coach for the resilient example he set. Sundays were spent at Trinity Episcopal Church in Troy, Ohio where he served on vestry, as a lay leader, and as chalice bearer. But there were times when skipping was necessary, and on those sunny days Ed could be found riding his registered Morgan gelding, Rockview Woodstock, on a back country road.

Travel was important to Ed, not just because he wanted to see pretty sights, but because he was eager to gain a broader understanding of diverse cultures and customs. His travels began as early as 1968 with a trip to Spain with other university students. In 1970 he enjoyed England, Switzerland, and Yugoslavia. In 1984 he visited 5 of the 15 Republics of the USSR with a Comparative Education Seminar group made up of doctors, nurses, and teachers. His adventures provided him with experiences that were easily shared and resulted in lively classroom debate and discussion. He returned to Russia multiple times, and later in life enjoyed Italy, France, Ireland, and Austria.

After retiring from Miami East High School, Ed returned to his roots and the love of his life, the Adirondacks. He taught 2 more years at Saranac Lake High School before hanging his hat up for good. He assumed residence in his childhood home in Canton, NY, and dazzled locals with his beautiful gardens in the summer and his splendid Christmas light display in December. His pasture was once again filled with the high spirits of another Morgan horse, Minuteman, and his feisty, irreverent sidekick, Double Trouble; a miniature pony that would not leave Minuteman’s side. He was a member of the Canton Garden Club and was a parishioner at both St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Saranac Lake and Trinity Episcopal church in Potsdam. Ed enjoyed spending summers like he had as a child: at Corey’s on the Stony Creek Ponds.

The Petty family has a rich Adirondack history and Ed proudly carried the legacy that his father, Clarence Petty, and grandfather, Ellsworth Petty began. He was a walking encyclopedia and a family historian. An articulate storyteller, he kept the past relevant and interesting and carefully marked family heirlooms with the delicate touch of a museum curator. Ed carried the torch of his father and grandfather, but he leaves behind his own impressive and unique heritage that cannot be ignored. His unwavering love for the conservation and preservation of the Adirondacks burned in his veins and his footprint will be seen, heard, and remembered by the generations that follow. His enthusiastic support of the Adirondack Nature Conservancy and the Wild Center was a testimony to his unwavering love and dedication to what he held dear.

Ed is preceded in death by his parents, Ferne (nee Hastings) and Clarence Petty, and his brother, Don Petty. Ed is survived by his brother, Dick Petty, who currently resides in Arizona.

A celebration of Life will take place at St. John’s in the Wilderness-Paul Smiths on Sunday, August 18^th at 2:00 pm. A time of memory and sharing will follow at the Wild Center-Tupper Lake at 3:45pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The Wild Center, The Adirondack Nature Conservancy, or Trinity Episcopal Church in Potsdam, NY.

Eleanor J. Dewey 03/19/2023

Eleanor Jane Dewey

Eleanor Jane Dewey 99, passed away on Sunday March 19, 2023 at AHC Clarksville, Tennessee.
There will be no funeral services.
Eleanor was born September 3, 1923 in Fowler, New York daughter of Brayton and Helen (Fuller) Hamilton.
She attended Herman schools and worked 21 years at Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh, New York.
On August 11, 1945 she married Herbert (Ken) Dewey in Gouverneur, New York. On their retirement they moved to Florida, where they enjoyed Square Dancing, ceramics and card games. She moved back to Hermon, New York after her husband passed in 1990.
She is survived by her sister Alice Hooper of Harrisville, New York. son Dwight (Marilyn) Dewey of Golden Meadow, Louisiana, daughter Eileen (James) Farrow of Clarksville, Tennessee. 7 grandchildren Michele Jackson, Amy Spencer, Robert Jackson, Sheila Cleveland, Pete Dewey, Dana Guidry and Tina Ledet. 17 great grandchildren and 15 great great grandchildren.
She is proceeded in death by her parents Brayton and Helen Hamilton, husband Herbert K. Dewey, son Stuart Phillip Dewey, sister Nancy Hamilton, brothers John Hamilton, Harold Hamilton and Gordan Hamilton.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley.

Eugenia Jusiak 09/12/2022

Eugenia Jusiak

Eugenia Jusiak, 101, of Canton, formerly of Buffalo, died, September 12, 2022, at her daughter’s home, surrounded by her loving daughter and son-in-law who took wonderful care of her. There will be calling hours on Sunday, September 18, 2-5 PM at the Barron-Miller Funeral Home at 3025 William Street, Cheektowaga, New York, 14227. A funeral mass will be on Monday, September 19, 10 am at the Resurrection Roman Catholic Church, 103 Como Park, Blvd., Buffalo, New York. Jean is survived her sons, Robert Jusiak (the late Maryann) of Punta Gorda, Florida, Leonard and his wife Betty Ann of Lancaster, NY, her daughter, Alexandra and her husband Gary Bolis of Canton, daughter-in-law’s, Chris Jusiak, Boston, NY, and Cynthia Garra of Orchard Park, NY, grandchildren, Joel, Jodi, Dana, Bobbi Ann, Derik, Jeff, Matthew, Brian, Amy and Brendan, 11 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sons, Thomas Jusiak, Kenneth Jusiak, grandson Christopher Bolis, siblings, Casey, Tony, Steve and Teddy Glogowski, Emily Piskorz, Rose Domogala, and Alice Pyszczynski. Eugenia was born on October 29,1920, in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of the late, Walter and Mary Jezuit Glogowski. She married William Jusiak on September14,1940 at the Precious Blood R.C. Church, Buffalo, NY, he died on August 8, 1995. She was a loving and caring, wife and mother which was her career. Jean was a parishioner of the Resurrection Church and St. Mary’s Church, Canton, NY. She was a member of the Altar Aid Society, Cochair of the Annual Lawn Fete, as well as a booth Chairman. She loved to crochet, color, play cards and go to the casino. Her family lovingly called her “Sarge”. She was the pillar of her family. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the William Jusiak Memorial Fund which was founded by her son Tom in honor of her husband William. The address is William Jusiak Memorial Fund, c/o Christine Jusiak, 6811 Liebler Road, Boston, New York, 14025 or Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley.

Ella M. Kio 06/29/2021

Ella M. Kio

Ella M. Kio, 90, of Black Lake and formerly Hermon, died on June 29, 2021, at her home. There will be calling hours on Friday, July 2, 2021 from 12-2 PM, at the funeral home, the funeral service will be at 2 PM, Reverend Thomas Nichols officiating, burial will follow at Hermon Cemetery, Hermon, NY. Ella is survived by her husband of 69 years, Levi, a son, Alan and wife Mary Kio of Liverpool, a daughter in law, Cheryl Walrath of Hermon, nephew and niece, Dale and Donna Thomas of DePeyster, grandsons, Michael and his wife Sabrina Kio of Fort Ann, Alan James and wife Jennifer Kio of Camillus, 5 step grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 12 step great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, several nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her son Robert Kio, siblings, Erwin, Edwin, Wayne and Eric Carr, Orlean Laware, Helen Harmon, Eva Sherman and Betty Ledger. She was born on March 25, 1931 in Norfolk, to the late, Floyd and Myrtle Barkley Carr. Ella married Levi C. Kio on October 18, 1952 at the Richville United Methodist Church. Ella was previously the town clerk of Hermon. She was a past member of the Hermon Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, the Madrid Methodist Church and Madrid Youth Fellowship. Ella loved spending time with her family, camping, fishing, reading and hunting. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Galilee United Methodist Church, 5129 CR 6, Ogdensburg, New York 13669.

Edward A. Vincent-Barwood 02/15/2021

Edward A. Vincent-Barwood

Edward A. Vincent-Barwood, in his 100^th year, of Canton, died on February 15, 2021, at United Helpers Maplewood Care and Rehabilitation. There will be no services at this time. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Potsdam Humane Association, Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley or Project Mercy, Inc., 7011 Ardmore Ave., Fort Wayne, IN 46809.

Ethel I. Newcombe 12/18/2020

Ethel I. Newcombe

Ethel I. Newcombe, 89, of Richville, died on December 18, 2020, at the Gouverneur Hospital. There will be calling hours, Monday, December 21, 12 – 2 PM, social distancing and face masks are required. A private family service will follow and then the burial will take place at the Old DeKalb Cemetery, Old DeKalb, NY. Ethel is survived by her siblings, Howard and his wife Marion Newcombe of DeKalb, Joseph and his wife Marilyn Newcombe of Rock Fall, CT, Charles and his wife Barbara Newcombe of Edwards, Lawrence and his wife Pamela Newcombe of Glenn Falls, Mary Ames of Canton, Ilene Cole and her companion Ivan Gordon of Ogdensburg, a sister in law, Helen Newcombe of Rensselear Falls, a brother in law Neal Newvine of Amenia, NY, 16 nephews and 15 nieces. She was predeceased by her companion Murray Miller, siblings, Edward “Earl” Newcombe, Floyde Newcombe, and Dorothy Newvine. She was born on January 4, 1931 in Heuvelton, to the late, Lawrence and Marion Bush Newcombe. She graduated from Richville High School in 1949 and then graduated in 1950 from the Ogdensburg Business School. Ethel was a bank teller at the Community Bank in Gouverneur until her retirement December 31, 1997 after 31 years. She was a life member of the DeKalb Hermon and Gouverneur Senior Citizens Clubs, and the E. J. Noble Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. She loved to knit, crochet and play bingo. Ethel’s family would like to thank Raymond Crouse for his kind and loving care. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Gouverneur Volunteer Rescue Squad or the DeKalb Junction Volunteer Fire Department.

Elaine R. Matthews 10/19/2020

Elaine R. Matthews

Elaine R. Matthews, 67, of Hermon, died on October 19, 2020, at the Albany Medical Center. There will be a graveside service October 24, 2020 12:15 PM at the Hermon Cemetery, Pastor John Frary officiating. Elaine is survived by her husband Dennis “Denny” Matthews, sons, Dustin and his wife Karen Matthews of Constable, Casey Matthews of Hermon, a daughter, Kristie Hare of Hazel Green, Alabama, brothers Gilbert and Clair Peck of DeKalb, Roger and his wife Janet Peck, Norfolk, Virginia, a sister, Elizabeth and her husband Charles Holland of Watertown, grandchildren, Emma Matthews, Everly Matthews, Ellie Matthews, Karighan and her husband Dylan Gibbs, Kestian Hare, Drake Matthews, Paige Hamilton, Porter Hamilton, Parker Hamilton, Peyton Hamilton, former daughter in law Kelly Hamilton, several nieces and nephews. She was born on December 19, 1952 in the Gouverneur, to the late James and Grace Gilbert Peck. She graduated from Hermon DeKalb Central School in 1971. Elaine married Dennis Matthews on November 14, 1970 at the Hermon United Methodist Church. She worked at the Community Bank in Hermon till her retirement in 2018. Elaine was a board member and treasurer for the Hermon Library and the Hermon United Methodist Church. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed sewing, arts and crafts, reading, and gardening. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Hermon Library or the Hermon United Methodist Church.

Edward “Earl” Newcombe Sr. 10/31/2019

Edward Earl Newcombe Sr.

Edward “Earl” Newcombe, 86, of Rensselaer Falls, died on October 31, 2019, at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center. Calling hours will be November 4, 4 – 7 PM at the funeral home. The funeral service will be November 5^th, 2019 at 1 PM at the Kendrew Methodist Church, Missionary Ron Stiles officiating. There will be a reception at the Rensselaer Falls Fire Dept. after the burial, covered dishes will be accepted, please call Ed Newcombe Jr. at 315-276-5636 with any questions. He is survived by, his wife Helen, sons, Edward E. and his wife Linda Newcombe Jr. of Rensselaer Falls, Mark M. Newcombe of Rensselaer Falls, his daughter, Patricia J. and her husband Kevin Mudge of Heuvelton, brothers, Howard and Marion Newcombe of DeKalb Junction, Joseph and Marilyn Newcombe of Connecticut, Charles and Barb Newcombe of Edwards, Lawrence and Pam Newcombe of Whitehall, sisters, Ethel Newcombe of DeKalb Junction, Mary Ames of Canton, Ilene Cole of Ogdensburg, grandchildren, Edward Z. Newcombe, Jason Newcombe, Connor Mudge, Shane Mudge several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Floyd Newcombe, and a sister, Dorothy Newvine. Earl was born on March 24, 1933 in the Town of Lisbon, the son of the late, Lawrence and Marion Bush Newcombe. He married Helen Anderson on October 7, 1962 at the Kendrew Methodist Church, Rev. Alan Bowering officiating. He owned and operated Earl Newcombe and Sons Trucking. Earl enjoyed cutting wood, trucking, working outside, and being a junk dealer. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Rensselaer Falls Volunteer Rescue Squad of Fire Dept., SPCA, Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, or the charity on one’s choice.

Evelyn M. Fiefield 05/08/2019

Evelyn M. Fiefield

Evelyn M. Fiefield, 92, formerly of Richville, died on May 8, 2019, at Highland Nursing Home, Massena. There will be a graveside service on June 29th, 2019 at 3:00 PM, at Maple Grove Cemetery, there will be a gathering following the burial at the Richville Volunteer Fire Dept.. Evelyn is survived by her son, Dean Simmons of Richville, daughters, Diane and Albert Hull of Richville, Dawn and Tommy MacDonald of Richville, Dinah and Daniel Miller of Churubusco, brothers, Maurice and Gladys Johnson of Hammond, Jason Johnson, grandchildren, Christopher Simmons, Dean Simmons, Deanna Simmons, Arthur Mac Donald, Lorne Mac Donald, Megan Mac Donald, Dane Miller, several great, great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son Duane Simmons, brothers, Brayton Johnson, Lwellyn Johnson, Dwayne Johnson, Charlie Johnson, sisters, Bertha Rowe, Mabel Petell, Cecilia Johnson, and Lois Johnson. Evelyn was born on September 13, 1926, in Lapeer, Michigan, the daughter of the late, Brayton and Doris Smith Johnson Sr. She married Alfred Simmons on October 15, 1949 in Edwards, he died on October 30, 1989, she then married Lloyd Fiefield on December 19, 1998, he died on January 11, 2003. She was a chamber maid in Gouverneur and at the Granview in Ogdensburg. Evelyn enjoyed, painting pictures, growing strawberries, traveling, country music and was an avid canner. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Highland Nursing Home, 182 Highland Road, Massena, New York 13662.