Born in Worcester, MA, on April 5, 1951, Robin was the daughter of William P. and Evalyn F. (Paul) Wheeler.  She was a graduate of Oxford Academy with the Class of 1970 and then worked for several years as a nurse’s aide at the Valley View Nursing Manor.  She left her work to raise and care for her family.

She was a member of St. Paul’s Church in Norwich.

Robin’s greatest love was her family, especially their reunions.  On March 11, 1972, in Bloomville, NY, she married Douglas F. Hitt, who survives.  Robin is also survived by her mother, Evalyn, of Norwich, and her children and their spouses, Tracy and Timothy Roys of Oxford, Jason and April Hitt of Norwich, and Dee-Anne (Hitt) Cirello and David Cirello of Oxford; nine grandchildren, Morgan, Kylie, Mya-Rae, Douglas, Ryan, Jenna, Emma, Paige, and Nicholas, and a great granddaughter, Lillian.  She is also survived by four sisters, Dale Larsen, Lynne Walker, and Dawn and Kristin Wheeler, and two brothers, Gary and Joel Wheeler, and many nieces and nephews.  Robin was predeceased by her father, William.

A memorial Mass of Resurrection for Robin will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2010, at St. Paul’s Church.  Friends are invited to call on Saturday at the funeral home from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Contributions in memory of Robin may be made to Hospice of Chenango County, 21 Hayes Street, Norwich, NY  13815.

The arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at:  www.wilsonfh.com.

Born in Denville, New Jersey on August 4, 1982, Robin was the son of Jeannae Straley-Filippi and the late Robin W. Straley Sr.  Upon moving to New York in 1988, he received his schooling at the Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton Central School and then worked several jobs before joining Wild Mountain Landscaping in Franklin.

Robin loved to spend time with his daughter, and his family. He had a big heart.  He loved telling jokes, making people laugh and had a soft spot for animals, especially homeless, which he gave homes to several throughout the years.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing, snowmobiling and building stone walls.

He is survived by his daughter, Hannah Straley, of Norwich; his mother and step-father, Jeannae Straley-Filippi, and her husband, Jim, of West Edmeston and formerly of Mt. Upton; his sisters, Rheiannon Straley-Beach and her husband, Eric, of Sidney, Ralissa Straley and Ryann Straley, both of West Edmeston; a step-brother, Michael Filippi and step-sister, Victoria Filippi of West Edmeston and grandparents, Nancy Caldwell of Titusville, FL, Carol Gumaer of New Milford, PA, Frank Sisco of Norwich and James Straley of Florida; Several aunts and uncles, Keith and Valerie (Robin) Sisco, Art and Crystal Sisco and Jodie Sisco of Norwich; Kim and Mike Sherwood, Melinda and Joe Chovonec, Zina and Mick O’Grady, Kerry and Rodney (Whitey) Gumaer of New Jersey; Jack and Gwen Gumaer, Doug (Howser) Gumaer, Larry (Stretch) Gumaer, Manny Lavin of Pennsylvania; Kelly Lavin of Florida; Several cousins also survive.  He was predeceased by his father, Robin W. Straley Sr. and his grandfathers, James Caldwell and Douglas Gumaer.

Funeral services for Robin will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 1:00 pm at the Wilson Funeral Home in Norwich.  Friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11:00 am until the time of the service.  Per Robin’s wishes, he will be laid to rest next to his Father, in Mt. Hope Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of Robin, monetary contributions may be made for a College fund for his daughter, Hannah Straley.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the Wilson Funeral Home website at:  www.wilsonfh.com.

Marianne Robertson, 97, formerly of Holiday Florida, and Chenango Valley Home in Norwich, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 9, 2010 in the Residential Health Care Facility of Chenango Memorial Hospital.

Born in Stuttgaart, Germany on December 28, 1912, Marianne was the daughter of Karl and Anna (Illenberger) Merkle.  She immigrated to the United States in 1922 and received her schooling in Missouri and Brooklyn, NY. 

On October 5, 1940, in the Methodist Church in Richmond Hill, NY, Marianne married George T. Robertson who died in 1970. Marianne became a naturalized citizen on August 30, 1943. 

While living in Florida, Marianne volunteered for over 30 years as a classroom and library aide at Anclote Elementary School in New Port Richey, Florida.  She was awarded state wide recognition for her years of service in 1995, RSVP 2001 Outstanding Volunteer from Anclote, and in the 2006-2007 the elementary year book was dedicated to her. The children called her “Miss Marianne” and she loved them. She was happiest working with and talking proudly about her friends, the staff, and other volunteers at school.

Remembered as a quiet individual, Marianne enjoyed reading and knitting, and collecting art objects of pottery and wood. She was a dependable neighbor and loving friend.

Marianne is survived by her two daughters and their husbands, Gail and Jim Sergio of Oxford and Lynn and Richard Busch of Brooklyn; a grandson, Robert H. Benton III and his wife, Stacy and a great grandson, Nicholas Sean Benton, all of Fairview Heights, IL. Also surviving are two nieces, a nephew, and their families.

It was Marianne’s request that there be no calling hours or funeral services.  Burial will take place at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Maspeth, Queens, NY.

Persons wishing to make donations in memory of Marianne may send them to the Chenango Valley Home, 24 Canasawacta Street, Norwich, NY or to the RHCF of Chenango Memorial Hospital.

The arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at:  www.wilsonfh.com.

Dolores leaves her beloved husband of 59 years, Capt. William Charles Haskell, USN (Ret.), daughter and son-in-law Anne and Bob DeLong; son and daughter-in-law, George and Emily Haskell, and three beautiful grandchildren, Charlie, Elizabeth and Henry.

Born in Pensacola, Florida, Dolores graduated from the College of Notre Dame and served as a social worker, before meeting Charley, a Norwich native and recent Naval Academy graduate, who was in flight training at Pensacola Naval Air Station. They were married in 1951 and began a life of adventure with tours of duty in Florida, Texas, Rhode Island, California, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Annapolis, Maryland

In additional to her career in social work, Dolores served as the President of the Naval Academy Women’s Club, volunteered with the George H.W. Bush Presidential campaign, enjoyed working in her daughter’s flower shop, and as a tour guide in Washington, D.C.

But always the center of her life was her faith and family.  A faithful and true Catholic, Dolores attended daily Mass for most of her life, and counted her blessings every day, first among them her family.  She was widely regarded as the “quintessential Navy wife” and reveled in her calling as “Most-Best Mama” to Anne and George.

Dolores brought high spirits, laughter, a great sense of fun and adventure, a bit of mischief and great love to every day, radiating a special joy as she lived her credo to the fullest: “it takes courage to be happy.” What everyone will remember about Dolores is her boundless enthusiasm, optimism, and unfailing cheerfulness throughout her life, even in the face of adversity, very recently saying, “I’m so glad to be alive!”

For the past 20 years, Dolores and Charley have made their homes in Arlingon, Virginia, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, and Chenango Lake, where they have been blessed with wonderful friends. The Haskell family also wishes to express deep gratitude to our kind and loving caregivers: Almetha, Marie, Maxine, Cris, Bing, Juanita, Mirella and Joan.

In lieu of flowers please consider a contribution in Dolores’ memory to St. Bartholomew’s Catholic Church, or to the Poor Clare Monastery, 2505 Stone Hedge Dr. Alexandria, Virginia  22306.

The arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at:  www.wilsonfh.com.

Born in Norwich on March 25, 1931, Angie was the daughter of Felix and Mary (Maiurano) Natoli.  She graduated from Norwich High School with the Class of 1949 and began working at the former Carol Ann Shop on South Broad Streetin retail clothing sales, and later as a buyer and bridal consultant.  She worked there for over twenty years.  When the Carol Ann closed, Angie worked in the health and beauty department of the Victory Markets Warehouse, retiring in 1992 when Victory closed.

Angie was an active member of St. Bartholomew’s Church, involved in many church activities including spaghetti suppers and baking for funeral luncheons.  She loved baking and helping friends in need.

Angie was devoted to her family.  She is survived by her brother, Bartolo “Barney” Natoli and his wife, Jeanne, of Norwich; six nieces and nephews, Joseph A. (Anna) Natoli Jr., Michael A. (Cathy) Natoli, Sharon (Harvey) Sommer, John D. (Kim) Natoli, Thomas A. (Judy) Natoli and Steven G. (Lisa) Natoli.  Many great nieces and great nephews also survive.  She was predeceased by a brother, Joseph A. “Tony” Natoli.

A memorial Mass of Resurrection for Angie will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, June 28, 2010 at St. Bartholomew’s Church.  Burial will follow in St. Paul’s Cemetery.  Friends are invited to call at the Wilson Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 – 5 pm.

Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Msgr. Festa Scholarship Fund, c/o St. Bartholomew’s Church, East Main Street, Norwich, NY  13815 or to the charity of your choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the Wilson Funeral Home website at: www.wilsonfh.com.

Born in Scranton, PA, on November 28, 1914, Anthony was the son of Nicholas and Leondina (Della Terrza) Caprio.  He was a graduate of Central High School in Scranton.  Anthony received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Scranton.  Following graduate school at Colgate University, Anthony worked as a research chemist at Norwich Pharmaceuticals where he was instrumental in the development of Pepto Bismol.  He later taught several of the sciences in the South Otselic schools and then the Sherburne-Earlville Schools, retiring in 1977.

Anthony enjoyed traveling with his wife, Mary, and had spent many winters living inFlorida.  He was a talented photographer, taking many family photos since the 1940’s.  He was also a skilled carpenter, building his own home and summer cottage.  He was also known as being a great teacher, possessing a great sense of humor and for being a family man who was extremely proud of his grandchildren.  He was a member of St. Bartholomew’s Church and of the Knights of Columbus.

On February 27, 1943, in St. Bartholomew’s Church, Anthony married Mary LoPiccolo, of Norwich, who survives.  He is also survived by his children and their spouses, Leona and Frank Shield of Cincinnati, OH, Nicholas and Judith Caprio of East Aurora, NY, and Marianne and Dc. David Kirsch of Norwich; six grandchildren, Michael (Stephanie) Shield, Brian Shield, Dr. Anthony Caprio, Dr. Thomas Caprio, Nicole (Jeremy) Conant and Emily Kirsch; his brother, Michael (Lillian) Caprio of Mt. Pocono, PA and his sister, Louise Maro of San Jose, CA. Several nieces and nephews also survive.  He was predeceased by a sister, Jennie DiDario and a brother, Dr. Louis Galdieri.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Tony will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, June 25, 2010, at St. Bartholomew’s Church.  Burial will follow in St. Paul’s Cemetery.  Friends are invited to call at the Wilson Funeral Home on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm.  The rosary will be recited at 1:30.

Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to Hospice of Chenango County, 21 Hayes Street, Norwich, NY  13815 or to the Memorial Fund of St. Bartholomew’s Church, East Main Street, Norwich, NY  13815.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the Wilson Funeral Home website at:  www.wilsonfh.com.

She was born December 19, 1927, in Norwich, NY, to Chester and Autumn (Law) Brown.  On June 20, 1953, she married her hometown sweetheart Gerard T. Scanlon.  Following their marriage, they both worked in the medical field, Barbara as an RN and Gerard as a Radiologist, later moving to WI in 1968.  Barbara was the loving mother of Kelly (Gladys El-Chaar) Winters and Timothy (Sharon) Scanlon.  She was also the beloved grandmother of Cliff, Steve, Lindsay and Luke.   She is also survived by her brother Harold (Helen) Brown and nephew Padraic (Anita) Brown.  Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Funeral services were  held in Brookfield, WI.  A graveside service for Barbara will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery in Norwich, NY, on Saturday, June 26, 2010, at 11:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.

The local arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at:  www.wilsonfh.com.

Born in West New York, New Jersey, Angelina was the daughter of Felix and Angelina (Barrese) Barbuto.  She had been a medical secretary for Dr. Robert Griffin at his office on East Main Street retiring to care for her husband, Tom, during his extended illness.

Angelina was a member of St. Bartholomew’s Church and of the Rosary Society of the church.

On October 25, 1941, in St. Bartholomew’s Church, Angelina married Thomas J. Benenati who died on March 9, 1982.  She is survived by her children, Thomas M. Benenati, living in Georgia, and Susanne and Tom Rice of Norwich; grandchildren, Tanya Santa Lucia-O’Shields and her husband, Tim, of  North Carolina, Thomas J. Benenati of Florida, and Anastacia and Beth Benenati, both of Georgia; two great grandchildren and her brother, David Yacano of Camillus.  She was predeceased by her sister, Rose Cannestra.  Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A private service for Angelina will be held at the Wilson Funeral Home.  There will be no calling hours.  Burial will take place in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

Contributions in memory of Angelina may be made to the Memorial Fund of St. Bartholomew’s Church or to the American Cancer Society.

The arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at:  www.wilsonfh.com.

Born November 19, 1930, in Norwich, Vaughn was the daughter of Clarence and Hazel (Joy) Williams.  She married the love of her life, Dr. Lawrence Cumings, on July 18, 1975, and was predeceased by him in June of 2001.

Vaughn graduated with honors from Norwich High School in 1947 and started working in the billing department at Norwich Mills in July of 1947. After advancing to assistant to Executive Vice President Joseph Schoendorf in 1955, as Style Coordinator, she was elected a Vice President in 1965.  When Champion Products of Rochester bought Norwich Mills, Vaughn was also elected Assistant Secretary of Champion.  She remained with Champion until 1979 when she chose not to transfer to their Rochester office.  Upon leaving Champion, she did billing for her husband’s podiatry office until they retired together in October of 1984.

Vaughn was a past member of the Norwich Business and Professional Women’s Club and the Zonta Club, a member of the Chenango County Council of the Arts and a member and volunteer of the Chenango County Historical Society and The Northeast Classic Car Museum.  She was also a member of the Jewish Center of Norwich.  She enjoyed gardening and bird watching in her spare time.

Vaughn is survived by several cousins; two step-daughters, Hildy Magin of Guilderland, NY, and Kathryn (Peter) Michelman of Fairfax, VA; a grandson, Scott Michelman of Santa Cruz, CA, and also good friends Byron Harrington, Drs. Pat Warski and Jeff Todd and family as well as her beloved dog, Crystie.

Funeral services for Vaughn will be held at 10 am, Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at the Jewish Center of Norwich.  Burial will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery next to her husband, Larry.  There will be no calling hours.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Chenango Co. Historical Society, the Chenango Co. SPCA, or to the Norwich Fire Department Emergency Squad.

The arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at: www.wilsonfh.com.

Born November 17, 1915, in Batavia, NY, Alden was the son of Malvern S. and Edith A. (Call) Jones. He moved to Royal Oak, Michigan, in 1918, and attended school there. In 1931, the family returned to New York and resided with Mrs. Jones’ parents on a farm in Stafford. He graduated from Batavia High School in 1933 where he participated in such extra-curricular activities as male octet, band and the senior play. He attended Cornell University, graduating in 1937 with his bachelor’s degree, and earned his master’s degree in 1939. He was a member of Alpha Zeta Fraternity.

After working with the Tennessee Valley Authority in Norris, TN, for five years as a Junior Aquatic Biologist, Alden returned to New York in 1943 and was employed by General Electric in Schenectady, Syracuse and Utica. Upon retirement in 1980, Alden moved to Raleigh, NC, where he joined the local chapter of the AARP, serving three terms and chapter president. He served four years as a North Carolina Assistant State Director of AARP and was also active in a local senior citizens club. He moved to Norwich, NY, in 1996 where he resided until his death.

While employed by the TVA, Alden was author or co-author of several technical papers in the field of fisheries and was a member the American Fisheries Society. While employed by GE, he was author of several papers in the field of continuing engineering education and several papers within General Electric on procedures.

As a life-long member of the Methodist Church, Alden had been active in the affairs of each congregation to which he belonged and for several years served as District Lay Leader in the Syracuse district. Most recently, he was a member of the Broad Street United Methodist Church in Norwich. Alden was a life member of the American Society for Engineering Education and served one year as chairman of the St. Lawrence Section. He was a member of the American Society of Training Directors and other similar organizations. Since 1982, Alden has been an active member of Lions Clubs International and twice was club president.

In 1940, Alden married Marie E. Bennett, who predeceased him. He was also predeceased by his daughter, Carolyn Funk and his son, Barton Jones. Alden is survived by his grandchildren and their spouses, Bonnie (Funk) and Dayne Peck of Gloversville, NY, Daniel and Jennifer Funk of Norwich, Jennifer (Funk) and Adam Ryan of Oxford, NY and Nathan and Jennifer Funk of Norwich as well as eight great grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Eileen Lye, of Raleigh, NC, a niece and three nephews.

Memorial services for Alden will be held at a later date. Burial will take place in Stafford Rural Cemetery, Stafford, NY.

Contributions in memory of Alden may be made to the Memorial Fund of the Broad Street United Methodist Church.

The arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home in Norwich. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at: www.wilsonfh.com