Robert “Bob” S. Zajac, Sr. passed away on November 3, 2019 at the age of 76. A member of the Marine Corps, he was first stationed in Okinawa to work on aircraft and then served as a helicopter gunner during his tour in Vietnam. He loved his family and was close to his children and grandchildren across the miles that separated them. Our condolences to all of them.
Garland Thomen passed away on November 25, 2019 at the age of 83 surrounded by family. A graduate of UCONN, Garland taught at Lyman Memorial and E.O. Smith and was a quarterfinalist in the Challenger Shuttle Teacher in Space Program. Our condolences to his family, especially to our neighbors Marlies and John and his granddaughters Scotia and Niamh.
Gregory Howard Payne passed away on December 7, 2019 in the 65th year of his life. A member of Elisha Dyer Camp 7 of The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, he served three terms as Camp Commander, conducting school programs to demonstrate the daily life of soldiers and participating in Civil War living history events. Condolences to his family and to Shelley Bertell of Hampton.
Lisa Levesque Tamalavic passed away on January 17, 2020 in the 53rd year of her life. Born on June 24, 1966, she was the daughter of the late Sidney and Lydia Levesque. Lisa worked as a home health aide for many years. A much loved member of Community Companion and Homemaking Services, she will be missed by staff and by her clients. Our condolences to all.
Grace Rogers Burdick passed away on February 12, 2020 in the 90th year of her life. A life-long resident, Grace attended our one-room school houses. She was musically gifted, playing piano and singing at Howard Valley Church. Grace was predeceased by her husband Malcolm, daughter Janet, and son Thomas. Condolences to her surviving children David Burdick and Dawn Cwirka.
Lois Siegmund passed away on February 18, 2020, at age 95. Born January 13, 1925, Lois studied chemistry at the University of Rochester, embarking on a teaching career at Genesee Junior College and Woodstock Academy until her retirement in 1995. “Passionate in her politics, courageous in her views, never timid in speaking her mind, yet always full of warmth and humor,” her family delighted in the charm and intelligence of her company. Condolences to all, especially to our neighbor, Lisa.