Obituaries (August 7)

Peter M. Carlson

Norwich Sun, April 17, 1950

Peter M. Carlson, a veteran of World War 1, died at the Veteran's Hospital in Bath Monday morning at 10:30.  He had been a patient there for three years.  Mr. Carlson was born June 11, 1887 in Sweden.  Prior to World War I he had worked in Binghamton as a mason and resumed that trade upon his discharge from the service.  He is survived by three brothers, Herman Carlson of Sherburne; Samuel Carlson of Sweden and Henry Carlson of Binghamton.  He leaves one sister, Emily Vinge of Sweden and several nieces and nephews in Sweden.  The body will be brought to Norwich where it will be received by the Breese Funeral Home.  Funeral arrangements are awaiting arrival of the body.

Norwich Sun, April 18, 1950

Funeral services for Peter Carlson who died Monday at the Veterans Hospital in Bath will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Breese Funeral home, Rev. David A. Jensen, pastor of the Lutheran church of Norwich officiating.  Burial will be in the White Store cemetery [Chenango Co., NY].  Full military rites will be accorded the departed veteran by the lieutenant Warren E. Eaton DSG post 189.

Almira Case

Chenango Semi-Weekly Telegraph, November 21, 1903

King Settlement [Chenango Co., NY]:  The death of Mrs. Amira Case occurred Tuesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edward Littlewood, from paralysis.  She was the widow of Ira Case, and resided at Holmesville [Chenango Co., NY] for many years.  Funeral services will be held on Friday at Mr. Littlewood's and burial at White Store [Chenango Co., NY]

Jasper Case

Norwich Sun, December 18, 1915

Jasper Case died at the county farm Dec. 16, 1915, aged 70 years.  According to the invariable custom of Supt. Frank J. Quinn, funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9:30 Rev. Wm. R. Roselle officiating. The burial will be made at White Store [Chenango Co., NY]

Robert D. Case

Norwich Sun, May 20, 1946

Robert D. Case, 87, member of the Chenango County ABC board died in Chenango Memorial Hospital [Norwich, Chenango Co., NY] early Sunday morning following six weeks of critical illness and a major operation which he underwent a week ago.  News of his passing brought profound sorrow to many friends and former associates.  Mr. Case was born July 28, 1858 at White Store [Chenango Co., NY], the son of William and Rosanna (PenDell) Case.  Completing his education in the old Norwich Academy, Mr. Case taught school at North Norwich and Mt. Upton before becoming the active manager of the Case homestead farms.  He later was a successful lumberman, a business that had his attention until the early 20s when he retired.  Since 1927 this has been his home.  A staunch member of the Democratic party he was active in party councils in the county.  Mr Case was affiliated with all of the Masonic bodies and was a member of Kalurah Shrine, Binghamton. During his residence in Norwich he was a communicant of the First congregational church. Throughout World War II he served as a member of the advisory committee for selective service board 444, this city and as a member of the Chenango county rationing board. Thru the American Red Cross and other agencies he gave freely of time and money in support of the men and women in uniform, many of whom he counted as personal friends.  For many years Mr Case had served as treasurer of the Evergreen Cemetery Association at White Store and was instrumental in the upkeep of that beautiful and historic resting palce.  Until his last illness, Mr. Case had been privileged to enjoy remarkable health for a man of his years.  His keen mind and active interest in community, state and national affairs found many seeking his counsel and advice.  He was never too busy to be of help.  His interest in rural Chenango did not lessen with his retirement from active business and for many years he contributed to the success of the Chenango county fair thru the office of secretary of the Chenango County Agricultural Society which he held for a long period.  Mr. Case was a member of the Norwich Club and was actively interested in all of the affairs and events of the city club.  He was a fine competitor and his ability was outstanding in the game of billiards.  This past season found him active in bowling and other club affairs.  He was a great lover of baseball and was a warm supporter of community play and took great interest in the high school nines.  Understanding and affable, he was devoted to his family.  His friendship was sought by young and old as something really wholesome and to be cherished.  On the occasion of his 80th birthday anniversary, his friends honored him with a testimonial dinner.  The golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Case saw large numbers participating in an affectionate greeting.  Mrs. Case was the former Florence Graves. Their marriage took place in this city February 27, 1884.  Her death occurred several years ago.  Mr. Case is survived by one daughter, Mrs. L. Dwight Gifford; two grandsons, Lieut. (j.g.) Robert C. Gifford and Richard E. Gifford, who served in the air force. The former is now enroute to the west coast from Pearl Harbor.  Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.  Services are to be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Breese Funeral home where his body rests.  Dr. G. Edger Wolfe, pastor of the First Congregational church will officiate. Burial will be made in Evergreen cemetery at White Store.  Norwich lodge, 302, F. and A.M. will hold a memorial service at the funeral home Monday night at 7:30.

Death Notices

Chenango American, July 1, 1861

In Oxford [Chenango Co., NY], on the 6th inst., Mr. William Hollenbeck, aged 77 years.

In Smithville [Chenango Co., NY], on the 7th inst., Jane [Willcox], widow of Thurston Willcox, aged 60 years.

Chenango American, July 4, 1861

At Houston, Texas, on the 7th ult. Eunice B. [Perkins], wife of Erastus S. Perkins, formerly of Oxford [Chenango Co., NY].

At Austin, Texas, April 25th, Ruthven [Perkins], son of Harriet B. and the late L.S. Perkins, aged 18 years and 9 months.

Chenango American, June 27, 1861

In New Berlin [Chenango Co., NY], on the 21st inst., Russell B. Burch, M.D., aged 55 years and 6 months.

In Mt. Upton [Chenango Co., NY], on the 24th inst., of consumption, Mr. Thomas T. Hayes, aged 25 years.

In Pharsalia [Chenango Co., NY], on the 24th inst., Mr. John Brown, aged 84 years.

In Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], on the 21st inst., John Henry Adams, son of John C. Adams, aged 17 years.

In Plymouth [Chenango Co., NY], on the 21st inst, Martin Sisson, son of Thos. Sisson, aged about 20 years.

In McDonough [Chenango Co., NY], on the 22d inst., Mr. Geo. W. Smith, aged 52 years.

In Watertown, N.Y. [Jefferson Co.], on the 24th inst., Benjamin Cory, Esq., aged 66 years.  Mr. C. was for several years Editor and Publisher of the Oxford Gazette and People's Advertiser.