Obituaries (August 11)

Addison Lyon Mesick

Died February 15, 1932, Binghamton, NY

MESICK:  Addison Lyon Mesick, 82 years old, died at 12:30 o'clock Monday afternoon at his home, 31 Margaret Street, after a long illness.  He is survived by his wife, Harriet Jayne Mesick; two sons, Henry P. and Ralph A. Mesick, and a grandson, Addison Mesick, all of this city.  The funeral will be held at 2:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the J.F. Rice funeral home, 150 Main Street, Johnson City.  Rev. Lloyd S. Ruland will officiate. Burial will be in Riverside, N.Y.

James E. McGarity

Died June 11, 1925, Buffalo, NY

James E. McGarity, aged 49 years, died at is home in Buffalo Thursday, June 11.  The body arrived in Norwich, Saturday morning where burial will be made.  Funeral services will be held at the home of his sister, Mrs. Raymond Welch, 31 Maydole street Monday morning and at St. Paul's church at 9:30.  Father Joseph S. Tiernan officiating. Burial will be made in St. Paul's cemetery [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  James E. McGarity was born in South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY] and came to Norwich while a young man.  he resided in this city for a number of years, but had recently lived in Buffalo.  Survivors are his widow of Buffalo, his mother, Mrs. Mary McGarity; two sisters, Mrs. William Thompson and Mrs. Raymond Welch, three brothers Robert D. and Walter R., all of Norwich and one brother, Howard T. of Syracuse.--Norwich Sun.

Walter R. McGarity

Died January 23, 1941, Norwich, NY

Walter R. McGarity, aged 51, died at his late home, 65A Silver street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] Thursday morning at 2:15 o'clock.  Although in failing health for the past year, he had been fairly well until very recently, his death coming as a decided shock to his family and friends.  Born in South New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], August 5, 1889, deceased came to Norwich as a young man, being first engaged here as an employee of the George Nagel candy store on North Broad street, now the Wilcox and Littlefair store.  After a short time in the store, Mr. McGarity became associated with the Norwich knitting company, in whose employ he had been for 31 years, acting as shipping foreman.  He was regarded as a valued employee of the knitting company and was loved and respected by his employers, as well as the men who worked under him.  Many neighbors, friends and business associates will mourn his passing.  On August 7, 1916, he was united in marriage with Miss Margaret Mee at St. Paul's church here.  For 24 years he was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Paul's and the local council of the Knights of Columbus, serving two years as Grand Knight.  Mr. McGarity was also a member of the League of the Sacred Heart of St Paul's church, serving that group as president for several years.  Besides his wife, deceased is survived by one son, Frederick W. McGarity; one brother, Robert McGarity of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Vernice Welch of Binghamton and Mrs. William Thompson of Snyder, N.Y.; seven nephews and four nieces. Funeral services will be held at the late home, 65-A Silver street, Monday morning at 9 o'clock, with a high mass of requiem at St. Paul's church at 9:30 o'clock.  Burial will be made in the family plot in St. Paul's cemetery.  Arrangements are in charge of Robert J. Fahy, funeral director.

Lillian R. McIntyre

Died June 17, 1939, Norwich, NY

The death of Mrs. Lillian R. McIntyre occurred Saturday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E.P. Prindle on Cortland street [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY].  

Funeral services for Mrs. Lillian R. McIntyre, widow of Floyd McIntyre will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Breese Funeral Home.  Rev. Lloyd S. Charters, rector of Emmanuel Episcopal church will officiate.  Burial will be made in Mt. Hope cemetery. Friends who desire to call at the Funeral Home are invited to do so Monday afternoon or evening. The death of Mrs. McIntyre occurred Saturday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E.P. Prindle on Cortland street. She was a native of Seneca Falls where she was born April 6, 1862.  A very estimable resident, Mrs. McIntyre was held in high regard and affection by many friends.  Devoted to her family, the influence of her strong Christian character was expressed in many ways.  She was a member of the Methodist church. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Arthur Prindle and Mrs. E.P. Prindle, also one son, Frank McIntyre, all of this city, seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Death Notices

Chenango American,  May 30, 1861

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 27th inst., Willie C. [Thomas], infant son of J.A. and J.G. Thomas, aged 18 months.

In Otselic [Chenango Co., NY], on the 21st inst., Mr. James Duncon, an old and very much esteemed citizen of that town.

In Norwich [Chenango Co., NY], on the 27th inst., Mr. Ashbel B. Rockwell, aged 73 years.

 Chenango American, June 6, 1861

In this village [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 2d inst., Axey [Carter], wife of Aron Carter, aged 64 years.

In this town [Greene, Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st inst., Mr. Ezra Wells, aged 75 years.

In East Greene [Chenango Co., NY], on the 2d inst., Mr. Albert Jafet.

In Coventry [Chenango Co., NY], on the 28th ult., at the residence of Charles Joselyn, Mr. Nathaniel V. Eastwood, aged 38 years and 10 months.

In Pitcher [Chenango Co., NY], on the 28th ult. Mr. Alfred Brown, aged 67 years.

In Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], on the 1st inst., of putrid sore throat, Miss Franka A. Rathbone, aged 9 years.