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Wake up, children of today. It's a really depressing time of year for us senior citizens. We are getting older. Sicknesses come, and so does bad weather. Do you care? You used to come visit on a weekly basis or call twice a week. Why don't you come see us now? You say "it's too far to drive, it's over an hour and a half away,” but you can travel to the mountains or go on a holiday cruise. As seniors, we see this as you don't care any more about Mom and Dad. Some day, you will care, but will that be too late? What's wrong with the world today? Remember, we are your family. Wake up - God Bless You - Senior Citizens, Your Parents
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On Friday, December 13th, my wallet was lost at Walmart, or I possibly left it at the cashier. When I got home, I realized it was not in my purse and panicked. My husband and I drove back to the store, and someone had turned it into the customer service counter. I asked if they knew who turned it in, but they did not know. I want whoever did this to know, I am sincerely grateful. I have had a very tough year. You have no idea how grateful I am to whoever did this and I wish I could thank you personally.
Unfortunately, today it seems many drivers look at driving as a game - swerving, jumping lights, going through stop signs - with no regard to the ramifications if someone is in their way. Vehicles are not toys. Recently I was rear-ended at a busy intersection going into work. I was told that the foot slipped off the brake. Luckily, I wasn't physically hurt. My family has had some very challenging times the past few months and things were finally getting better. The car I was driving is brand new - Less than 2 months before, our previous car had been totaled by a driver who left the scene. To be told by the driver that hit me the other morning that insurance is for when you make mistakes doesn't cut it. As my parents taught me, when you get into a car you are responsible for your life and other people's lives. Think about it.
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What to know about hospice at home
e philosophy behind hospice is that people should be able to live as fully and as comfortably as possible through the last days of their lives, surrounded by loved ones and friends. Hospice treats the symptoms of illness rather than trying to be curative. Hospice also does not try to postpone nor accelerate death.
e American Cancer Society says hospice care is offered by a team of professionals who work together to manage distress, symptoms and spiritual issues. Services also are offered to family members, including access to counselors and bereavement experts.
Hospice workers help family members make decisions and plan care. Hospice is a form of care, rather than a place. Saying a person is going into hospice means he or she will begin to receive this type of palliative care. While hospice can take place in a center that only offers this type of service, a hospice team can work in a variety of settings, including one’s home.
Many people receive hospice care at home. VNS Health provides care in spaces patients call home and says that hospice care can include administration of medications, arrangement of equipment (like beds and oxygen) and visits from a hospice care team. A hospice team may include nurses, social workers, physicians, therapists, and even clergy who come to the home to offer support and care.
Home hospice care begins with a team member visiting with a terminally ill person and his or her family. During a visit, needs will be addressed and the hospice team can arrange for desired services.
Members of the hospice staff will visit regularly to check up and make sure that any symptoms are under control.
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ELIZABETH BONDELYN “BONNIE” ERWAY
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NY: Mrs. Elizabeth Bondelyn Erway passed away this past Thursday, December 19, 2024 at her home in Hammondsport, NY at the age of 81.
Mrs. Erway, lovingly known as Bonnie, was born to William C. VanDelinder and Elizabeth M. VanDelinder on June 11,1943 in Sonora, NY. In 1961 she married LaVerne Frederick Erway of Hammondsport. A dedicated wife and mother of six, Bonnie not only cared for a family, but also worked in the local vineyards and later for the Hammondsport schools as a cleaner where she always seemed to have an extra dollar and a smile for her grandson who attended there.
Bonnie was an avid Bingo player, and she never turned down an opportunity to go shopping or to hop on a bus to the casino, but she also anchored her family in common sense and practicality, meticulously managing the family finances and instilling responsible habits in her children.
Bonnie was a dog lover and enjoyed music. She loved telling stories, often about her mischievous children, and she relished big family gatherings - the more the merrier! Her greatest delight was the company of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She will be best remembered for her years of uncomplaining self-sacrifice for those she loved.
Bonnie is preceded in death by her husband, LaVerne; her sister, Shirley, and two of her six children, Brian Erway and Bruce Erway. She is survived by her sister, Clara and four of her children and their spouses: Thomas & Mandy Erway of Fort Collins, CO, Diane & Keith Morlan of Hammondsport, Terry & Renee Erway of Bath, NY, and Michael Erway of Hammondsport. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025 her for immediate family.
A Celebration of Life for family and friends will take place beginning at 2:00PM on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the Hammondsport American Legion.
The Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, 35 Main Street, Hammondsport is honored to assist Bonnie’s family with the arrangements.
Online condolences or remembrances of Bonnie are welcome at www.bishopdesanto.com or on the Facebook page of Bishop-Johnson & DeSanto Funeral Home.
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BENTON, NY: Amos W. Zimmerman, age 81 years, 2 months, 15 days, died on Friday, December 20, 2024. Family, friends and neighbors called on Monday, December 23, 2024 from 2:00PM - 4:00PM and 6:00PM - 8:00PM at his home, 1533 Loree Road, Penn Yan. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 9:30AM at Mount Pleasant Mennonite Church, Platman Road, Penn Yan, NY.
Amos was born on October 5, 1943, a son of the late Titus W. and Katie S. (Weaver) Zimmerman. He was a dairy farmer by trade. Amos was a member of the Mount Pleasant Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.
Amos is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lydia Mae Nolt Zimmerman; eleven children, Lydiann of Penn Yan, Mary Jane (Sidyney) Shirk of Leroy, MI, Eva (Andrew) Hoover of Stanley, Aaron (Elizabeth Hoover) of Penn Yan, Mabel (David Allen) Martin of Penn Yan, Vera (Alvin) Martin of Canandaigua, Luke (Joanne Martin) of Penn Yan, Miriam (Darryl) Zimmerman of Penn Yan, Harvey (Evelyn Hoover) of Penn Yan, James of Penn Yan and Paul (Elaine Horst) of Penn Yan; 60 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; sisters, Katie Sauder, Lena Zimmerman, Elsie Zimmerman and Amanda Meyer; sister-in-law, Lena Zimmerman.
Amos was predeceased by his parents, siblings, Ella Zimmerman, Eva Sauder, Edna Horst, Annie Stauffer, Martha Zimmerman and Aaron Zimmerman.
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JACKSON, MS: Dr. Stanley “Stan” Willetts Chapman of Jackson, MS passed away on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024, at the age of 78 in Bay St. Louis, MS. We celebrate the life of a remarkable physician, family man, brother, and friend, whose unwavering compassion and dedication to healing will continue beyond his earthly days. A man of many accomplishments, his family and friends were his most cherished treasure.
Dr. Chapman was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1946 to Dr. Stanley Brucker Chapman and Dorris Jane Willetts Chapman, RN. e family moved to Bath, NY, where he grew up alongside his younger brother, John. His father Dr. Stanley B. was a general practitioner. His mother, Dorris was a nurse of anesthesiology. Dr. Chapman graduated from Haverling Central High School in 1964, where he was an outstanding student, achieving National Honor Society and earning his Eagle Scout rank. He excelled in both football and baseball and was a talented clarinet player. He was a 1968 cum laude graduate of Colgate University majoring in zoology and earning induction into Phi Beta Kappa. He then attended medical school at the University of Rochester in NY, graduating with distinction in 1972 and being elected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Emory University in Atlanta in 1974. From 1974-1977 he earned an esteemed fellowship at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. is was followed by a second fellowship in infectious disease at the University of Rochester which he completed in 1979. He received board certification in Internal Medicine, Allergy Immunology, and Infectious Disease. In 1979, the family moved to Jackson, MS where Dr. Chapman joined the University of Mississippi Medical School (UMMC) faculty from which he retired in 2007. Over the years, he held numerous leadership positions, including Professor, Vice Chairman for Clinical Operations and Academic Affairs, and Associate Vice Chancellor for Research Integrity. He also served as Chief of Medical Services at G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. In 1988, he assumed director of the Division of Infectious Disease at UMMC, a role he held until his retirement. In addition, he served as medical director of the Division of Correctional Medicine for the state of Mississippi in 1998.
EDWIN V. BRIGGS “CAPTAIN ED”
EDWIN V. BRIGGS “CAPTAIN ED”
WAYLAND, NY: Edwin V. Briggs, “Ed” – “Captain Ed” passed away early Sunday morning, September 22, 2024 at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Mt. Morris.
Ed was born August 10, 1935 in Naples the son of Lyle and Edith (Valentine) Briggs. He grew up in Naples, graduated from high school in 1953. Ed was active in high school as he was class president for 4 years, student council president, a member of FFA and attended Boys State. He also played baseball and basketball, and was a trumpet player in the high school band. Ed had a love and passion for music. He won singing contests as a young man and enjoyed calling square dances whenever he could.
After high school he studied Mechanics at Alfred State. He worked on his grandfather’s farm as a young boy and fell in love with farming. He and his first wife, Ruth, purchased a dairy farm on Carney Hollow Road in Springwater, Briggane Farms, where they raised their four children Nancy, Jim, Julia and Barbara. Ed was active in 4H and took his children to show cattle at various county fairs Everyone in the family had a job on the farm. Ed was a good teacher and instilled a good work ethic in his children.
Dr. Chapman’s contributions to the medical community were vast, and he will be remembered not only as a physician with renowned bedside manners - patient, kind and compassionate - but also as a leader and mentor. Dr. Chapman proudly served in the Mississippi Air National Guard from 1982 to 2004, holding various command positions, including Chief of Aerospace Medicine, Commander of the 172nd Squadron and retired as Brigadier General. From 1996 until his retirement, he served as State Air Surgeon of Mississippi. He retired from the VA Medical Center a er serving from 1979 to 2004, during which time he made significant contributions to the healthcare and well-being of veterans.
Upon retiring from UMMC as a leader in medical education and research, mentoring countless medical students and residents while advancing in his field worldwide, he was awarded and honored with Emeritus Professor of Medicine. He also received the prestigious election to membership in the American Clinical and Climatological Association (ACCA) for his exceptional contributions to this field.
Dr. Chapman’s first love was always his family. He and his wife, Stephanie Bourgeois of Louisiana, together raised four children, who were the light of his life. His office was always filled with family photos and the children’s artwork. He was a devoted supporter of the arts, championing the symphony, ballet, and visual arts while fostering a love for creativity and culture in his community and with loved ones. Dr. Chapman also had a deep love for sports. In the mid-2000s he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. He lived and faced each day courageously with hope, grace, and love, becoming an inspiration to all.
Ed’s love of music was carried on to his children.
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He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years; his four children, Stanley D. Chapman of Houston, TX, Courtenay Marie (Todd “TJ”) Middleton of Santa Fe, NM, Catie Carlyle (Joseph “Bo”) Zimmerman, MD of Jackson, MS, John Charles “Jac” Chapman, MD of Lafayette, LA; his grandchildren, Sarah Catherine and Scarlett Chapman; Lyla Middleton; Bo, Roane and John Carlyle Zimmerman; his brother John H Chapman (Shirley) of Bath, NY; and his other family members, many friends, colleagues, and loved ones. A celebration of life will be held in Jackson, MS at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Boxing for Parkinson’s Program at the First Baptist Church Jackson, 431 N. State Street, Jackson, MS 39201; Infectious Diseases Society of America Foundation, 4040 Wilson Blvd, Ste 300, Arlington, VA 22203; or Michael J Fox Parkinson Foundation, Grand Central Station P.O. Box 4777 New York, NY 10163.
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DENNIS L. LOSEY DENNIS L. LOSEY
BATH, NY: Dennis L. Losey, age 65, of Bath, New York peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 after a lengthy illness. He was born on June 24, 1959 to the late Victor and Shirley Losey in Greenwood, New York.
After graduating from Greenwood High School, he enlisted in the Marines serving four and a half years. He later was a dedicated employee at Haverling Central School for 25 years before retiring. He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Janet (Diven) Losey; brothers, Duane (Connie) Losey, Michael Losey, Jeff (Gina) Losey, Greg (Jan) Losey; sister- in- law, Kathy Losey; brother-in-law, Loren (Debbie) Divens Jr.; sisters-in-laws, Julie (Patrick) Sharp and Tina Allen (David Ives); step-mother, Cathy Losey and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Victor and Shirley Losey; sister, Vickie Losey; brother, Scott Losey; in-laws, Loren and Phyllis Divens and sister-in-law, Liana Allen.
To leave your own personal remembrance or condolence you may visit the Facebook page of Bond-Davis Funeral Home of Bath.
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LANDRA C. PERRY LANDRA C. PERRY
BATH, NY: Landra C. Perry, age 75, of Bath, NY. December 17, 2024. Born in Ellenville, NY to Paul E. and Crystal Blomquist. Retired from the Hammondsport School District in 2004, Landra enjoyed chatting and spending time with her dear friends. She had a great sense of humor and quick wit. Landra enjoyed sewing/quilting, bird watching and lighthouses. She had a passion for raising orchids and enjoyed tending to her gardens. Landra especially loved her dog, Buddy. Landra was the greatest wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. She loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren. To Landra, family was everything.
Landra is survived by her loving husband, Harold, of 54 years; and their two sons, Alan (Thea Piersimoni) and Mark (Heather) Perry; grandchildren Christopher (Kimberly) Washington, Nathan, Kyle, Alyssa, Emma and Owen Perry; great grandchildren Jabraelyn, Kendall Young, Jr., and Meliana Washington; brothers and sisters-in-law, Thomas Amidon, Ross (MaryLou), Lyman (Wilma) Perry, Ethel Perry and Del Anna LeMaire; nieces and nephews, Judy (Lloyd) Manpel, Karen (Rick) Larsen, Laurel (Jeremy) Bartholomew, Scott Amidon (Mike Norman), Martha (Mark) Walker, Jonathan Perry, Anna (Geoff) Russell and Faith (Wayne) Cribb; several great nieces and nephews; friends and loved ones.
Landra is predeceased by her parents, Paul and Crystal Blomquist; sisters, Rita (Chuck) Barrett, LeAnn (Doc) Cohen and Erla Amidon; brother-inlaw, Stewart Perry and dear niece, Zandra Barrett. Landra will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
There will be no calling hours or funeral service per Landra’s request. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Finger Lakes SPCA of Bath, New York.
To leave your own personal remembrance or condolence you may visit the Facebook page of Bond-Davis Funeral Home of Bath.
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RICHARD “DICK” KNOWLES RICHARD “DICK” KNOWLES
CAMPBELL, NY: Richard “Dick” Knowles of Campbell, New York passed away peacefully of natural causes on December 19, 2024, at the age of 90.
Born on November 24, 1934 and raised on a dairy farm , on his 9th birthday Dick was given the responsibility of milking three cows every morning at 5:00AM. That’s when his life of hard work began. After graduating from Campbell Central School at only 16 years old he soon left the farm, had a brief stint at Polly-o Dairy before starting a 35 year career at Dresser Rand. Over his decades there, he started out sweeping floors and ended up as an Industrial Engineer in charge of several people. One of the things he was most proud of doing at the Rand was researching, testing and purchasing a laser meant for cutting valves. An extremely innovative idea at the time that is still in use today.
Dick was also an extremely talented carpenter. He worked with his hands his whole life and there’s a good chance, if you’re reading this, you know someone who lives in a house Dick either built or worked on at some point. After retiring from Dresser Rand, carpentry became Dick’s second full-time career where he worked an additional twenty years.
Dick was an avid deer hunter. He looked forward to hunting season every year where several generations of the Knowles family would congregate at the cabin on the family’s land, all in hopes of spotting that big buck that Dick would gladly let pass if he thought one of his sons, nephews or grandchildren might get to take a shot instead. “Sharing is the only milk she gives” is a quote of his that now appears on a sign that hangs in the Knowles Cabin.
Predeceased by his beloved wife or 40 years, Diane and his grandson Collin, Richard’s legacy continues through his four sons, Randy(Diana), Vincent(Kim), Matt(Brandy), and Rick(Laura), and his daughter, Laura as well as several beloved grandchildren; Brittani, Brooke, Briana, MacKenzie, Amanda, Kyle, Matt, Justine, Mika, Evan, Elijah, Erica and Ethan. Each of whom cherish the memories and lessons of the honest, hard working, generous life that their father/grandfather lived.
His example will be followed forever and he will never be forgotten.
Richard Henry Knowles was laid to rest at Hope Cemetery in Campbell, New York on Monday, December, 23rd at 1:00PM. Condolences may be made at www.fagansfuneralhome.com.
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DEAR READERS: As we prepare for Christmas in this hectic holiday season, it’s a wonderful opportunity to spend time with all of them and celebrate togetherness. But the holiday season can also present dangers to your pets, especially if you have a lot of guests over.
Here are some important safety tips:
-- Don’t let dogs drink from the Christmas tree’s water pan; it may be contaminated with dirt and debris from the tree trunk or parts of decorations (like tinsel and fake snow) that can harm them.
-- In fact, just keep pets away from the tree in general. Cats love to jump up and knock glass ornaments from the branches; dogs may chew on the pine needles or candy canes.
-- Scented candles can irritate pets; lit candles on low tables can be knocked over. Keep them away from pets.
-- Use sturdy, snap-top lids on garbage cans so pets don’t sneak in to purloin tasty scraps. Some of that food can be harmful to them, like onions, garlic or raisins.
-- Put chocolate and sugar-free candies out of reach of pets; both present toxic dangers to them (cocoa and xylitol sweetener).
-- During parties and dinners, place your pets in a safe room with water, food and toys. ey’ll be much happier without the noise and bustle, and you won’t have the stress of keeping an eye out for them.
Finally, once the hectic unwrapping of gi s and serving of food is over, make some space and time to relax with your pets. A er all, the holiday season is all about being with loved ones -- and our pets are part of the family group!
A very merry Christmas to all my readers, far and wide. Thank you for making this world a wonderful place for all our pets, great and small.
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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Eighty-Year-Old Man Considers Having A Child With His Partner
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a reasonably healthy 80-year-old man who is fortunate enough to have a partner of child-bearing age.She would like to bear us a child,but I am concerned about any potential problems with my old genes and any birth defects that might be caused by them. Please help us decide. -R.B.
ANSWER: This is a question I usually hear from my patients when they are in their 60s or 70s. Eighty is quite old to be considering fathering a child.
The first issue is that men get less fertile as we age. Older men are less likely to get their partners pregnant, and this difference is apparent by the age of 35.There are not good data for potential fathers in their 80s. If you and your partner do have a successful pregnancy, there is an increased risk of deleterious genetic conditions and birth defects that are more likely in children who have older fathers. Down syndrome, which is normally associated with an advanced maternal age, is also more common among the offspring of older fathers.
Some heart conditions are more common. Epilepsy and schizophrenia are more common as well, as are autism spectrum disorders. Some cancer rates are increased. Babies are more likely to have a low birth weight, be born premature, and require the neonatal ICU.
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However, the magnitude of the effect is modest. On average, 1 in 50 pregnancies with a father under the age of 30 will have one of the common health conditions that are studied in couples. With children who have a father over 50,the rate is 1 in 38.Even though the odds are that you would have a healthy child, the likelihood of a significant health issue for a man over 80 will be substantially more concerning. There just aren’t data for men as old as you are that can give us a reliable estimate.
Another issue to consider is whether you will be around to see your child grow up and be thereasafather.Theaverage80-year-oldman has a life expectancy of just under eight years. If you are substantially healthier than average, or if your parents lived for a very long time, this number could be better. But the average 80-year-old (assuming your partner has the child while you are still 80) is not likely to see their child reach their 10th birthday.The early death of a father has a negative impact on the physical and mental health of a child. I conclude that there are significant risks in bringing a child into the world at your age.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I got my first dose of Shingrix in 2022 and forgot to get the second. Do I need to get two more doses now or just one? -- L.B.S.
ANSWER: According to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, the vaccine series does not need to be restarted, and you can just take the second dose. However, this type of delayed administration hasn’t been thoroughly tested. I’ve had patients come back several years after the first dose and elect to redo the whole series just to be sure.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to
