Joseph P. Hradisky of Lansing passed away September 28, 2013, at the age of 79. Born February 17, 1934, in Ithaca, Joe was the son of the late Vincent and Cecelia Hradisky. Joe attended school in Lansing after which he proudly served his country with the United States Army. He was married to Gertude Mapes Hradisky on March 25, 1959, and they embarked on a 54 year journey of working, raising their family and enjoying the many recreational opportunities that living near Myers Park provided. Joe was happiest when surrounded by family, whether it be sitting around a bonfire or working on a project around the house. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, horseshoes, trips to Sodus Bay, and tending his beautiful vegetable gardens. In 2008, Joe and Gertie renewed their wedding vows. Having spent the last three years at Cayuga Ridge in Ithaca, he was fortunate to have spent this past 4th of July at home, near the lake that he dearly loved.
Susan B. Wilson of Lansing passed away September 25, 2013, at the age of 43.Born March 23, 1970, Susan was the daughter of Hillis L. Wilson and the late Judy Ann Wickham Wilson. A graduate of Lansing High School and Elmira Business Institute, Susan was a member of Lansing United Methodist Church. She enjoyed traveling, quilting, and was a very creative person who enjoyed a variety of crafts
Susan was preceded in death by her mother, Judy Ann Wickham Wilson, in 2009.
Sara Mary Depew Woodruff Cooper of Lansing, formerly of Montour Falls, passed away September 22, 2013, at the age of 87. Born September 6, 1926 in Montour Falls, she was a daughter of the late Russell and Frances (Pellam) Depew. Over the years Mary had been employed at NCR, Morse Chain and retired from Borg Warner, after which she spent over 20 years in Zephyrhills, FL, before returning to live near her daughter, Jean, in Lansing. While in FL, Mary was active with the Zephyrhills VFW, and was also a former member of the Moose Club and Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #250. Aside from spending time with her family, Mary enjoyed playing cards, fishing, smelting, canning and freezing vegetables and working on the family farm.
Henry B. Cowan, Jr., of Kendal at Ithaca, passed away Friday, September 13, 2013, at the age of 88. She was born in Ithaca, NY, on January 26, 1915, one of five daughters, to the late Wirt and Catherine (Cochrane) Cook. She, along with her husband, built and operated the J&L Motor Court in Jacksonville. Her love and attention were devoted to that of her family, unselfishly giving of her time and talents.
Born May 5, 1928, in Elmira, NY, Eileen was a daughter of the late Clifford and Alice (Warner) Rodabaugh. She was a 1946 graduate of Odessa High School. Eileen spent her early married years raising her family in Hickstown, NY. When her children were older, Eileen returned to work and spent many years employed at Cornell University and later as a chef at McAnn's in VanEtten. It was in 1982 that she and her husband moved to Lansing and became the first residents at Woodsedge. She is a former president of the Woodsedge Resident's Assoc., the Lansing Senior Citizens, and in 1996 established a local group that sewed over 3000 bonnets for patients receiving cancer treatments. Sewing, painting, and crafts were on of Eileen's favorite pastimes. Her faith was also extremely important to her, and she was a very active member of the Lansing United Methodist Church.
Richard Pitre, a loving father of two, age 62, passed away in his home on Asbury Rd., Lansing, NY, on August 29, 2013. Born November 4, 1950, in New York, NY, he was the son of the late Maximo and Alice (Lopez) Pitre. 
Sandra J. Kane, 69, passed unexpectedly at home Saturday, August 3, 2013 with her family beside her.Born January 12, 1944, Sandy grew up in Lansing, NY where she graduated from high school in 1961. She met and married her soul mate and best friend, Bill, on May 25, 1963 after which they spent 50 wonderful years raising their beloved children. Sandy worked at Cayuga Medical Center's Billing Office for 34 years. She loved to travel all over the world, especially with her Q Country friends, to places like the Dominican Republic, Cancun, and the Bahamas.
Sandy is lovingly survived by her husband of 50 years, Charles "Bill" Kane; her son Jeffrey Kane (Leslee) of Groton; her daughters Lisa Kane Kanellis (Peter) and Tracy Kane Smith (Douglas) both of Lansing; four wonderful grandchildren, Justin Kanellis (Jennifer) of New Jersey; Katie Kanellis Kramarsyck (Adam) of Boston; Cassandra of Virgil; and Travis Smith of Lansing; as well as her wonderful kitty, Sunshine, who she loved so much.
Born April 25, 1967, in Urbana IL, Doug was a son of Frank and Mary (Falkenberry) Lehr. Outside of working at the Boxcar Restaurant & Ramada Inn, Doug was most passionate about his family. He was a beloved son, brother, and a wonderful uncle whose presence will be greatly missed. Doug enjoyed trains, kite flying, movies, bowling, NASCAR & helping others.
Florence Marino passed away at Beechtree Care Center in Ithaca on June 24, 2013, at the age of 103. 
Frank Trinkl, 83, passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on May 20, 2013. He was born in Portland Point, son of the late Ignatz and Josephine Kukitz Trinkl and was a lifelong Lansing resident. Frank was president of the last class to graduate from Ludlowville High School before centralization and following graduation married Elizabeth Wickins, his one true love. They celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary in August 2012. 
Helen E. Jones Stoll, age 99, passed away May 3, 2013, at Groton Nursing Facility, Groton, NY.In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Gifford, in 1989; a daughter, Susan Simpson, in 1997, a sister, Violet Day, in 1961 and a grandson, Douglas Lewis.
Marjorie C. Campbell, of Ridge Rd., Lansing, NY, passed away at Cayuga Medical Center on April 16, 2013, at the age of 75. Born January 8, 1938, in Ithaca, NY, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Margaret (Pachai) Corning. A graduate of Ithaca High School, Marge was married to Donald E. Campbell on September 8, 1956.
Together she and Don often packed the car with five children, a large dog and camping gear for trips to remote places via a small boat or even canoe. The hearts of their children still harbor cherished memories made on those carefree traveling and camping excursions.
Wilma L. Doe, of Oakcrest Rd. passed away April 11, 2013, at Cayuga Medical Center at the age of 94.
Born August 30, 1918, in Spencer, NY, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Weeks) Doe.
Wilma is survived by her brother, Eugene F. Doe, and her cousins, Gale Stockton (Neil), Sharon Campbell (Dale), Gary Argetsinger (Karen), Robert Argetsinger, Danny Argetsinger (Carol) and Helen Matejka.
Freeville - Raymond H. Robinson, age 75, of Asbury Road, Freeville, NY passed away Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Cayuga Medical Center. Born September 14, 1937 in Saratoga Springs, NY, he was the son of the late Harry and Edith Robinson. A US Navy veteran, Ray was a retired firefighter with the Ithaca City Fire Dept. and he also owned and operated a trucking business and was known to many as "The Gravel Hauler."
