All Obituaries

Mary Julia VerStraete Newark - Mary J. VerStraete, 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2024, with her family by her side. Mary, born to the late John and Teresa (Muoio) Santelli on April 11, 1934, in Newark, NY, spent her childhood in the Newark area and graduated from Newark High School. Fondly known as the "Lunch Lady," she dedicated several years to serving the Newark Schools before retiring. She enjoyed crocheting, solving word searches, and listening to Italian music;...

Dallas Gabbard Newark - Dallas Gabbard, 82, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024. The family will greet friends from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St, Newark. Dallas' burial will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024, at Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 6632 NY-96A, Romulus, NY 14541. In memory of Dallas, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to a local veterans organization or Humane Society of Wayne County....

Cornelia DeLeo "Corky" Newark - Corneila Corky DeLeo, 71, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, after a brief illness with her family by her side. Corky was born on Thursday, October 16, 1952, in Newark, NY, the beloved daughter of the late Peter and Barbara (Steinruck) DeCook. Throughout her life, Corky remained rooted in the local community, graduating from Newark High School with the class of 1970. Her professional journey led her to a fulfilling career in Human Resources,...

Merle E. Nye Newark - Merle E. Nye, 88, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Merle was born the son of the late Walter and Ethel (Calkins) Nye on Thursday, October 24, 1935, in Canaseraga, New York. Growing up, he called the Romulus area home, graduating from Romulus High School. Merle dedicated himself to a career in plumbing, working at the Newark Developmental Center for thirty-three years until his retirement in 1990. After retiring, Merle worked part-time at the Newark Police...

Mary Jeane Belair Newark - Mary J. Belair, 87, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at DeMay Living Center. Mary was born the daughter of Francis and Evelyn (Lampman) French, on a Friday, March 19, 1937, in Utica, NY. Raised in Clyde, NY, she graduated from Clyde High School before pursuing nursing. Graduating from nursing school, Mary embarked on a fulfilling career as a Registered Nurse, dedicating herself to the nursing profession until her retirement from Wayne County Nursing...

Ronald Francis Bradley Newark - Ronald Francis Bradley, 91, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Ronald Bradley, born on Friday, April 29, 1932, in Newark, NY, was the son of the late Harold and Maria (DeCoster) Bradley. He remained a lifelong resident of the area, graduating from Newark High School in the class of 1950. Following his high school years, Ronald served in the Navy during the Korean War and received an honorable discharge after four years of service. He dedicated his...

Florence Davis Did you ever see one of Flo's decorated cakes? Even better, did you taste one? Did she decorate your wedding cake? How about a Birthday, Graduation, or Baby shower? Her sweet passion made us all happy. Sadly, Florence died on March 12, 2024, at the age of 88. She grew up in Gorham with her parents, George and Nettie Clarke. She graduated with her very close friends in the class of 1953. They continue to celebrate as a class every year. Flo was predeceased by her...

Mary J Reynolds Clyde - Mary J Reynolds, 68, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, March 7, 2024. In honor of Mary's wishes all services will remain private. Mary, born to the late Sherman and Betsy (Mander) Center on Tuesday, December 27, 1955, in Lyons, NY, grew up in Clyde, New York, where she graduated from Clyde High School in the class of 1974. She worked several years as a machine operator until her retirement from Parker Hannifin. She found joy in solving jigsaw puzzles...

James R. Barra Clyde/Waterloo: Age 73, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, surrounded by loving family. Please join the family for calling hours 11am to 1pm, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Norman Waterman Funeral Home, Inc.124 W Miller St., Newark, NY 14513; where there will be a service at 1pm. James was born on April 27, 1950, son of the late Leonard and Viola Merritt Barra. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Alberta (Leddick) Barra; 2 sons, Scott (Genevieve) and...

Judith Ann Jansen Newark - Judith Ann Jansen, 75, passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024, at DeMay Living Center. There will be a private burial for the family at their convenience at Fairville Cemetery. In memory of Judith, please consider donations to Fairville Volunteer Fire Department, 2963 State Route 88 N. Newark, NY 14513, or Newark First United Methodist Church, 301 S Main St, Newark, NY 14513. Judith was born in Newark, NY on July 12, 1948, to the late Jacob and Agatha Jansen....