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Leon Graves Obituary
NEWFIELD - Leon S. Graves, age 80, of Newfield, NY, passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira, NY.
He is survived by his wife, Marion R. Graves; children, Sandy and Phil Ruocco of Newfield, NY, Sue and Bill Hyer of Odessa, NY, Cindy and Gene Corbett of Ithaca, NY, Penny and Will Cascio of Bohemia, LI, NY, Peggy and Bill Mossman of Newberry, FL, Ace and Brenda Graves of Newfield, NY; fourteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; brother, Judson Graves of Horseheads, NY; many nieces and nephews.
Mr. Graves retired from Morse Chain, Ithaca, NY, after 25 years of service. He was a Weeblo Scout Leader and was the head fundraiser for the Cub Scouts.
Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls, NY, on Wednesday, December 5, 2007, from 6:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. A Memorial service will be held following visitation at 9 p.m. The Rev. Edward Ayers will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Kidney Foundation, 6110 Executive Blvd., Rockville, MD 20852; or a charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Leon Graves
amy gee
December 21, 2007
Sandy and Phil,
So sorry to hear about your Dad, his suffering has now ceased.
I remember the first time I met him I was scared to death of him, but it wasn't long before I realized what a great person he was.
May time and memories ease your sorrow.
Madeline Jenkins Millard
December 9, 2007
Dear Graves Family, I am writing to express my sadness at your loss, for I share it as well. I learned of Leon’s death only as I was researching descendents of Fred and Veva Hoover. For, you see, I too remember family reunions on the farm in Alpine and ball games between the Hoover, Barker and Graves boys, while Elaine and I (the only girls) kept each other company. My father was Edward Milton Jenkins, son of Emma Hoover Poole Jenkins (sister of Fred, Frank and Charles Hoover) and I would love to hear from any and all of you. Madeline Jenkins Millard.
Rosie Bryan
December 8, 2007
Marion and Family,
We are saddened to hear of Lee's passing. We remember him turning our garbage can upside down whenever you would visit your sister as well as all of the other silly things he would do to let us know he had been to our porch. We will always remember his smile and laugh. God Bless all of you.
John, Rosie, and Royall Bryan
Paul G Ruocco
December 7, 2007
Sorry for your loss. I remember Leon's smile and laugh and all the stories told by the Ruocco Family. He will be missed. Take care and enjoy your memories.
Earl and MJ Hotchkin
December 6, 2007
Bill and Sue Hyer: Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family at this time. It's never easy losing a parent. We will keep him in our prayers.
peggy visscher
December 6, 2007
ma and father hyer and family sorry to hear about grandpa graves you are all in our prayers if you need anything please call me. take care love ya all peg and josh
Roberta Bedzyk
December 6, 2007
Dear Marion and family, It was so nice to see you all last night after all the years that we had shared some great times.I know that you have learned to lean hard on the Lord at these times where there is no where or no one else to lean on . He surely is a comfort in the times of storms. Keep leaning and trusting Jesus He will carry you through. ( been there and experienced it) And I know it is true. Love you, Roberta Bedzyk from the Old Pentecostal Tabernacle
Carol & Charles Allen
December 5, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bruce & Jerene Murray
December 5, 2007
Cindy and Gene
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Bruce & Jerene
Christine McNeal
December 5, 2007
Sandy & Susie, I am very sorry for your loss, try to take comfort, that he is no longer suffering.
Dominic Bianco
December 4, 2007
Aunt Marion and Family,
Words can not express our feelings on your loss. Uncle Lee will be missed for all his wit, his laugh and the twinkle in his eye. We will remember him being busy, happy and crunching his cans and giving wrong directions. Sorry we can't make the funeral, but Uncle Lee will be in our thoughts and prayers. He will stay alive in our hearts..Our Love to All,
Sally and Dominic(Wrong Way) Bianco
William R. Wagner Jr.
December 4, 2007
I was saddened to here the passing of my Uncle Leon and I'm sure that mom and him are rejoicing together in heaven. I will always cherish my memories of him on the farm in Odessa and the family get togethers. He will always be alive within me and his laughter will always be with me. With love and prayers,
"Bobby"
Ken and Letha Henry
December 4, 2007
Marion and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of Leon's death. We certainly remember the good times we shared with you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace and comfort in the fond memories of the moments you two shared.
Daniel & Jean Barker
December 4, 2007
Marion:
Very sadden about your loss. We are also very sorry that we have lost contact with you and Leon. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Lindley Graves
December 4, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May God grant you peace during this time of loss.
Steven Graves
December 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cayuga Tool and Die, Inc.
December 4, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bonnie & Jim DeSombre
December 3, 2007
Sandy and Phil and family,
Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Patti Graves/D'Amico
December 3, 2007
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Linda called and told me. Wish I could be there for you. Believe me I would if I could. Miss all of you...Patti
Steve and Dawn Parsons
December 3, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
DAWN STATES
December 3, 2007
Sue, Bill, Billie Jo, and Wendy,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Linda Dawson
December 3, 2007
Aunt Marion and cousins, I just had a feeling and kept digging until I found out.I am so sorry (and glad I saw you guys last Feb). See ya Wed. night. Love, Linda
Buzz and Connie Travis
December 3, 2007
Marion and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Debra Keyser
December 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
December 3, 2007
To Ace and his family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Valerie (Landon) Munroe
Jack & Marilyn Sullivan
December 3, 2007
Our hearts go out to you and your family, we love you all. Jack and Curly the Can Man had a lot of good times together picking on each other. We will keep you in our prayers. Marion, whatever your cross, whatever your pain, there will always be sunshine after the rain. Perhaps you may stumble, perhaps even fall, but God's always there to help through it all.
Mark & Jean Brockway
December 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mary Myers
December 3, 2007
Cindy, Gene & Family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss! May the Lord be with your during this difficult time.
Mary Myers & Family
Patricia Randall
December 3, 2007
Dear Marion and family. I am so sorry for your loss. My Mother and father Margaret and Ralph wood are feeling your loss and Leon will be missed by them. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Dale and Valerie Burgess
December 3, 2007
Cindy and Gene,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Margie/Bob Updyke/Barber
December 3, 2007
We are sorry for your loss
Judy Eckard
December 3, 2007
My deepest sympathy for all of you on the loss of your husband and father.
Tammy VanVleck
December 3, 2007
So sorry to hear of your loss. My dad (Curt Loomis,who also passed away in October) was friends with Leon for a long time. I remember him coming home from "the shop" and telling stories about him. You are all in my prayers.
Tammy (Loomis) VanVleck
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