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6 / Thursday, January 29, 2015
LOCAL
The Recorder, Amsterdam, N.Y.
OBITUARIES
Floyd E. Gardinier
Roma Marie Gould
January 27, 2015
January 27, 2015
Floyd E. Gardinier, 89, passed away Tuesday
(January 27th) at the Edward L. Wilkinson RHCF.
Born in Amsterdam on June 9, 1926 to the late
Edgar and Ethel Herrick Gardinier, Floyd was united
in marriage to Dora Mae Roberts in 1948 and who
passed away in 1999. They had one son Bruce R.
Gardinier who passed away in October of 2010.
Floyd attended Greater Amsterdam Schools and
then enlisted in the Navy in 1943 until 1946 at which
GARDINIER time he joined the Reserves and received his high
school diploma as a promise to his mother. In 1959 he re-enlisted with
the Navy and attended submarine school in New London Ct. He served
aboard the USS Bang, USS Patrick Henry and the USS Robert E. Lee.
He retired from the USS George Marshall in 1976. During his 33 year
career he underwent 23 Polaris/Poseidon patrols, an extraordinary
accomplishment. After retirement Floyd worked for the Amsterdam
Bus Service, driving and training.
He was a member of the VFW Post 8690 of Broadalbin, a former
member of BPO Elks Lodge 101, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts,
Commanding Officer of the Amsterdam Naval Cadets and the United
Presbyterian Church.
He is survived by his grandson Jason Gardinier, granddaughter Kelly
(Scott) Carney and great grandchildren Kayden, Brody, Peyton and
Brayden. He is also survived by his sisters Marjorie Dunlavey of
Tribes Hill, Norma Murphy of Syracuse and Hazel Roberts of Peoria
Az.; along with nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by brothers, Harlow and Richard Gardinier.
A Candle Ceremony will take place Saturday at 1:00 pm at the Betz,
Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Ave.
Amsterdam, followed by a funeral service by Rev. Larry Greenwold.
A calling period will precede the services from 11:00 AM until 1:00 pm.
Spring interment with military honors will take place in Pine Grove
Cemetery, Tribes Hill.
Memorials may be made to the Montgomery Co. SPCA, PO Box
484, Amsterdam, NY 12010.
Please visit his family’s on-line guestbook at www.brbsfuneral.com.
Roma Marie Gould was called home to Heaven on
January 27, 2015 at age 88.
Roma was born on September 7, 1926 in
Waynsboro, PA.
She was married for 60 years to her loving husband
Rev. Ardell who predeceases her. Rev. Gould pastored
many United Methodist Churches in the PA and NY
Conference. She loved leading the praise songs
during worship services and encouraging the
GOULD
congregation.
She is survived by her children, Julia (late David) Hoffner of
Hamburg, NY, Susan (Steven) Hunter of Henrietta, NY, Kathi (Louis
Carleo,III) Pallotta of Amsterdam, NY; 10 grandchildren, 14 greatgrandchildren.
Roma had lived in Amsterdam with her daughter Kathi and her
husband and had spent summers at her cottage on Silver Lake for the
past 70 years.
She loved being with people, especially, family and friends, she also
loved singing praise songs, church hymns, summers at the cottage and
spring time flowers. She was a great encourager who leaves us with
many wonderful memories.
Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, January 30th from
9:00-11:00 AM at the Word of Life Christian Fellowship, 3374
Winton Road South, Rochester, New York, where services will follow
at 11:00 AM.
Interment will be held privately in Mount Albion Cemetery, Albion,
New York.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Epworth Hall
Restoration Fund, PO Box 20, Silver Lake, New York 14549.
For directions or to leave a message of condolence for the family,
please visit: www.Miller1889.com.
BETZ, ROSSI & BELLINGER
FAMILY FUNERAL HOME
171 Guy Park Avenue, Amsterdam, NY 12010
518-843-1920 • www.brbsfuneral.com
Edward R. Furman
January 27, 2015
Edward R. Furman, 91, of Truax Road, Amsterdam, NY, passed
away Tuesday morning January 27, 2015 at Albany Medical Center.
Born in Amsterdam on May 17, 1923, he was a son of the late
Stanley and Katherine Furman.
Ed received his education and graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High
School.
Ed was an honorably discharged United States Army Veteran and
served in Normandy form 1943 to 1946.
He was employed as an electrician at Fiber Glass Industries in
Amsterdam until his retirement.
Ed was a parishioner and communicant of St. Mary’s Church. He
was also a member of the John J. Wyszomirski American Legion Post
701, Amsterdam Elks Lodge 101, Polish American Veterans and a
Charter Member of the Cranesville Volunteer Fire Department.
Ed is survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and great nieces
and nephews.
He was predeceased by three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Steven
(Mildred) John (Jane) and Robert Furman who’s wife, Elaine survives.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial, which
will be celebrated Monday at 9:15 at St. Mary’s Church, 156 East
Main Street, Amsterdam.
Interment with military honors will be at the Gerald B.H. Solomon
Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, NY.
Calling hours are Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 at the Riley Mortuary.
Memorial gifts in Ed’s name may be made to Cranesville Volunteer
Fire Department, 167 Riverview Drive, Amsterdam, NY 12010.
To send online condolences, go to www.rileymortuaryinc.com.
“OUR BILLY ”
W illiam M .Bernat
OCTOBER 6, 1954 - JANUARY 29, 1997
I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one.
I’d like to leave an afterglow of smiles
when day is done.
I’d like to leave an echo whispering
softly down the ways.
Of happy times and laughing times
and bright and sunny days.
I’d like the tears of those who grieve:
to dry before the sun.
Of happy memories that I leave behind
when day is done.
The Family of Billy Bernat
Barbara Ann Fox
January 8, 2015
Barbara Ann Fox entered into eternal rest and went home to be with
her Heavenly Savior on January 8, 2015. She was a resident of St
Johnsville Rehab and Nursing Home.
Barbara was the daughter of Cecil and Charlotte Loucks of
Broadalbin, NY. She was born on February 25, 1931.
Barbara worked at Decca Records, Coleco, and Empire Industries
and made many friends in her in employment.
Barbara was a member of The Christian Church of Charleston Four
Corners. She was an avid nature lover whether it be gardening or bird
watching. She also enjoyed passing on a good recipe or a game of
scrabble.
Barbara is survived by her children, Donna Mecca (Michael),
Patricia Wellman, (Ronald), Steven Brockum; sister, Shirley Bare; sister-in-law, Shirley Loucks; grandchildren, Chad Brown, Mark Mecca
and Ashlee Wellman and many nieces and nephews who loved her.
A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held in the
spring.
Fair
from page 1
“The Fonda fair is a not-forprofit organization,” he said. “It
is up to everyone in this room to
make sure it continues for another 175 years. If we continue to
look at the fair as a source of revenue for ourselves, it is not going
to last. It is just that simple.”
The annual meeting took place
in the Fonda-Fultonville High
School cafeteria, in which two to
three dozen members came out to
hear the status of the fair.
Kennedy said the society has
In Memoriam
In loving memory of
Robert (Bob) Johnson
4/25/30 - 1/29/13
May the winds of love blow softly
And whisper so you will hear
And we will always
love and miss you
And wish your were here
Loving & Missing You Always
Wife – Marilyn and family
Katherine T. Smith
In loving memory of Katherine T.
Smith who passed away
January 29, 1999.
The years I shared with you,
The happy times I knew,
Are most treasured memories,
With loving thoughts of you,
For you were someone special,
So gentle, kind and true,
You will never be forgotten,
For I thought the world of you.
If I could have one lifetime wish,
One dream that could come true,
I would pray to God with all my
heart for yesterday and for you.
Love Always,
Daughter Kathy
downsized its staff significantly
throughout the years to decrease
its payroll and budget. However,
the wages and salaries portion of
the budget nearly doubled in 2014
due to an increase in staff. He said
the department is made up of a
core group of employees who
have taken salary cuts as well. He
said, as president, he receives an
$800 stipend. Even without significant pay, Kennedy said, society folks continue to plan and pull
off the event each year.
He said members outside of the
board can do more to help.
Kennedy said members can fix
up exhibits during the summer.
Additionally, superintendents can
encourage new exhibitors.
He said attendees have complained in the past that the fair
does not contribute new activities
or vendors for their entertainment.
Kennedy said the society tries to
do this, but could encourage more
people to do so. He welcomed
members to bring new ideas to the
forefront for this year’s fair.
He said Adkins will perform
Sept. 5, during what he dubbed
the “Mohawk Valley Music
Festival.” Kennedy said the festival will run in conjunction with
the fair, at the fairgrounds. Four
groups will perform during the
event, including Adkins. The performances will be followed by an
after-party, in which, local musical group Skeeter Creek will play
at the fair’s entertainment center.
Kennedy wants to bring in more
“Nashville acts” for the festival,
and already has some leads.
Ossenfort from page 1
the project suddenly dissolves.
Fourth Ward Alderwoman
Diane Hatzenbuhler said the city
is burdened by a $15 million
deficit and should not take out
any more bond anticipation notes.
At the end of the meeting, the
Common Council decided to
read through the agreement
before approving it.
If necessary, Ossenfort said the
county’s Department of Economic
Development and Planning will
step in and provide financial assistance, through a community
development fund, for the water
and sewer lines. However, he
urged city officials to put an end to
their “ongoing disagreements”
and help move this project forward in a timely manner.
“The future of our entire county will no doubt be brighter if
you do,” the letter states.
Ossenfort said the $30 million
project is the largest private sector investment and job creating
initiative the city has seen in
years. His letter not only stated
the economic benefits of the project, but notes the significant
impact senior housing will have
on many families in urgent need
of such a facility. He said city
officials are representatives of
Montgomery County, and their
actions could create hurdles for
future development projects here.
Barone said he did not read the
letter, but defended his actions
regardless. He said he needs particulars before agreeing to the
payment plan.
He said the developer could
potentially decide to drop out of
the project, and leave the city to
recuperate the funds.
He noted this has happened in
the past with other major projects.
“There were several unanswered questions,” Barone said.
“It is plain and simple. Just tell
me what it is about and let’s go
from there. Anyone looking for
resources should be there to
explain it and why.”
Thane, like Ossenfort, said she
is disappointed in the Common
Council for its actions at the
Committee of the Whole meeting.
She said the Concordia project
was identified as a “priority project” by the Mohawk Valley
Regional Economic Council, and
she did not anticipate any slowdown on its moving forward.
“I was blindsided by their reaction,” Thane said.
She said city officials should
treat developers with respect and
professionalism, if they intend to
see future deals.
Thane said she is waiting for
the Common Council to read
through the agreement. In the
meantime, she said county officials have offered a loan to get
the ball rolling on the infrastructure improvement project.
“So we will see what happens,”
Thane said. “Today, we still have
someone that is being very public
with not being willing to bond. I
don’t get it. This bonding for this
project will not impact the operations budget so don’t understand
the council’s rhetoric.”
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