Dundee: Ruth Elaine Oliver, age 94, of Dundee, NY passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Ruth was born June 13, 1931, in Hopwood, PA. The daughter of the late Shriver S. and Bertha M (Myers) Osler, she graduated in the top of her class from South Union High School in Uniontown, PA in 1949. On Nov. 6, 1951, in Winchester, VA, she married Kenneth Ray Oliver, who passed away on May 9, 2020 after 68 years together. Work brought the family to Dundee in 1958 when Ken became employed by the Columbia Gas Co. Ruth worked at Dundee Central School, first as a teacher’s aid, then moving onto the high school business office. She was a very active member of the Dundee United Methodist Church, a former member of the Red Hat Society, and served many years on the election board. In retirement, she enjoyed volunteering at the food pantry, socializing with her friends, and doing research and puzzles on her iPad. Her memory will be cherished and kept alive by her son, Kevin R. Oliver of Dundee, her daughter, Tamara M. Oliver of Homer, NY, her “other son”, Robert Peelle of Glenora, NY, and several nieces and nephews. Ruth was also blessed to have a special friend, and caregiver, Amy Francione to assist her in her final months. In addition to her parents and husband she was predeceased by twin sons, Sean Linn & Mark Wayne Oliver; an infant brother, Stewart Osler; and her sister and brother-in-law, Genevieve O. & Marion Davis. Honoring her wishes there will be no prior calling hours. A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Dundee United Methodist Church, 35 Water Street, Dundee. Pastor Beckie Laumeier and Deborah F Simon will be officiating. Entombment will be private in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee, New York. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Dundee United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 63, or the Dundee Fire Company, 12 Union St., Dundee, NY 14837. Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Penn Yan: Frank J. Francisco, age 87, passed away March 1, 2026 in Penn Yan NY. Frank was born July 1, 1938 in Newton, New Jersey to the late Henry J and Marie (Buth) Francisco. He was a graduate of Newton High School and SUNY Delhi. Frank was a dairy farmer, first on the family farm in New Jersey. In 1980 the farm and dairy in New Jersey were sold. In 1981 Frank purchased a farm and cattle to continue developing his Registered Andfar Holsteins in Penn Yan, NY. After dispersing the herd and selling the farm in 1992 Frank continued to work in the dairy industry as a Sales Rep for Taurus-Service. He delighted in working with his colleagues and fellow cattle breeders traveling extensively throughout a large central and western NY territory until he was 80 years old. Frank was an avid hunter and especially enjoyed pheasant hunting with his English Setters and in later years annual deer hunting trips with treasured friends in Tunkhannock, PA. Frank enjoyed cheering for the New York Yankees. He was an avid gardener and especially enjoyed growing Silver King Sweetcorn and delighting friends and family with his bountiful apple harvests. He was a communicant of Milo Center United Methodist Church. Frank is survived by his wife Linda whom he married in 1987. He is also survived by his daughters Lisa (Adam) Sonnen of Millville, Pa and Yvette (Steve) Hill of Apalachin, NY.; Granddaughter Cierra Sonnen.; his brother William (Jeanne) Francisco of Beaufort, S.C. He is also survived by Stepdaughters Charlene (David) DeMarco of Penn Yan and Deanna (Richard) Curren of Horseheads, NY. He was proud of being called Grampie or Papa by Nicholas Curren, Anthony (Noelle) Curren, Mikayla (Luca Masia) Curren and Caiden DeMarco.; Great granddaughter Lucinda Curren. Besides his parents Frank was predeceased by his sister Marie Cotton. Friends and family are invited to calling hours from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Tuesday March 10, at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee; where a memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm with Pastor Kim Dean officiating. Inurnment will be in City Hill Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Milo Center United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 299 Penn Yan, NY 14527; or the Dresden Volunteer Fire Dept. 3 Firehouse Ave. Dresden, NY 14441. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Harold Enos, 94, of Penn Yan, passed away at home surrounded by family Friday, February 27, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Harold was born on January 22, 1932, in Penn Yan, the son of George and Viola Enos. He was predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Emogene, brothers Kenneth, Howard (Alice), Gerald (Ellen), Gordon Enos and sisters Oletha (Bob) Rugg and Shirley (Raymond) Anderson. He is survived by his son Steve (Marilyn); daughters Cindy (Gary) Bradley and Pam (Don) Moyer; Grandchildren Nicholas (Lauren), Michael (Megan), Kaitlyn and Andrea Bradley, Nichole, Kristen and Sean Enos; Great grandchildren Emma, Owen, Walter, Henry, Grayson and Finn Bradley, and Cayden Enos; Sister-in-law Alma Enos, and many nieces and nephews. Harold was an avid learner and always interested in his family’s lives. He had a great love for his family. He started out as a dairy farmer on his family farm until it was sold. That led him to various jobs whether it was driving truck for Don Frarey or the Town of Milo Highway Department before working for Penn Yan Express for almost 30 years. After his retirement he built a home overlooking Keuka Lake for him and Emogene when they weren’t wintering in Zephyrhills, Florida. They loved to travel with their fifth wheel. There were so many fun family vacations that we remember to this day. Beyond carpentry he was a licensed pilot, which included a seaplane rating. He loved to read and play golf, continuing to play from the white tees even in his 80s. He had a quick wit and a sparkle in his eyes. He played the guitar and banjo, and never turned down a game of cards or Bingo with his great grandchildren. Through all the ups and downs, he continued to cheer on his beloved Mets, the Bills and SU. He will be greatly missed by his family. We want to thank Hospice for all their support through this time. Donations can be made to Keuka Comfort Care or Milo Center Methodist Church. A private family graveside service will be held in the spring. Remembrances and condolences may be posted in his guestbook at www.WeldonFuneralHome.com. Weldon Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Dundee: Howard L. Watts, age 88, of Dundee, NY passed away suddenly on Sunday February 22, 2026 before breakfast at his favorite eatery. Friends are invited to calling hours from 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Saturday Feb. 28, 2026 at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee; where his funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon with Pastor Jane Winters officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Weston Presbyterian Church, 510 County Rte 23, Dundee, NY 14837. Howard was born Nov. 25, 1937 in the town of Tyrone, NY, the son of the late Oliver Lee and Carrie A. (Temple) Watts. He graduated from Dundee Central School in 1956. He served six months in the Army Reserves. On Nov. 16, 1957 in Hammondsport, NY he married the former Beverly S. Smith who passed away on Jan. 6, 2009. He worked in the wine industry for 41 years as a vineyard foreman, starting with Gold Seal, Seagrams, Taylor, Vitners, Canandaigua, and finally retiring from Widmers Winery, of Naples, NY on January 1, 2000. Mr. Watts was a member of the Weston Presbyterian Church, and the Lamoka Masonic Lodge #463 F&AM, in Tyrone, NY 14887. He will be remembered as the “The Can Man” for his dedication to collecting cans for 5 different charities. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and woodworking, and loved cutting firewood. He was loved by all, and survived by two daughter Raine L. (Earl) Pratt of Odessa, TX, and Kim L. Gee of Watkins Glen, with whom he was currently making his home; 3 grandchildren Norma Jean (Joe) Gallia of Odessa, TX, Robert Edward (Erica) Gee of Valois, NY, and Michelle (Dave Ball) Schoffner of Beaver Dams, NY; 10 great grandchildren; 1 great great granddaughter whom he never got to see; 2 sisters Betty Santee of Potter, NY, Shirlry Muffley of Clifton Springs, NY; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, and wife, he was predeceased by 2 brothers Harold L. and Charles Watts; a grandson Francis Howard Pratt, and a son-in-law Rodney Gee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Dundee: Walter M. Ovenshire Sr., age 71, of Dundee, NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday February 5, 2026 at home. The family will greet friends and family prior to his memorial service from 11:00 to 12:00 noon on Saturday March 7 at the Second Milo Baptist Church 1800-1978 County Rte. 30, Penn Yan, NY; with Rev. David Daniels officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Second Milo Baptist Church c/o Susan Gibson 58 Water St. Dundee NY 14837. Walter was born August 5, 1954 in Penn Yan, NY, the son of the late Morris A. and Mary E. (Crandall) Ovenshire. He graduated from Penn Yan Academy in the class of 1972. On July 17, 1976 in the Yatesville Methodist Church he married the former Sally E. Nesbit. A lifelong area resident Walter was a dairy farmer before becoming a truck driver. His truck driving career spanned over 30 years starting with Casella Waste Systems, and retiring from Lyons Road Trash, of Geneva, New York. Even though he retired driving big trucks, he became the family’s personal chauffer. Mr. Ovenshire was a longtime member of Second Milo Baptist Church. He enjoyed collecting eagles, and spoiling his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his baby “Daisy” He is loved and will be forever missed by his wife of almost 50 years Sally E. Ovenshire at home; a son Walter ‘Wally’ (Courtney) Ovenshire Jr. of Dundee; a daughter Sandra (Jason) Botts of Farmington, NY; 5 grandchildren Morgan (Brandon) Kreidler, Blake Ovenshire, Zane Ovenshire, Ella Ovenshire, and Alexander Botts; 2 great granddaughters Camila &Skylar Kreidler; 2 sisters Norva (Don) Wood and Shirley (Steven) Owens; numerous nieces, nephews and his fur baby ‘Daisy’. Arrangements by the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.

Martha Sloat Fassett Iszard, beloved wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026. She was born on June 11, 1944, in Elmira, New York and throughout her life remained deeply connected to the Elmira community and to the beauty, serenity, history, and community of the Finger Lakes region, making her home in Glenora on Seneca Lake. Martha was the beloved wife of Robert French Iszard Jr. The two were married on July 2, 1966, at Grace Episcopal Church, beginning a loving partnership that spanned nearly six decades. During Bobby’s four years of service in the United States Army, they embraced life in various locations across the country, building a strong foundation of resilience, adventure, and unwavering commitment to one another. She was the cherished mother of John (Candace) Fassett Iszard and Sara (former spouse Jennifer) French Iszard. Nothing brought Martha greater joy than her role as “Gamma” to Noah Robert Iszard-Michael, Elijah Fassett Iszard-Michael, Hamilton McClellan Iszard, and Natilee Harriett Iszard. Her grandchildren were the light of her life, and their stories, milestones, and laughter brought her incredible joy. Martha is also survived by her sister, Mary Booth (Ralph) Fassett Roberts, and nieces Martha (John) Roberts Schneiderhan and Harriett (Chris) Roberts Harvey; her sister-in-law Karen (Buck) Iszard Brinton; and many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. She was predeceased by her parents, John Hamilton Fassett and Harriet Booth Fassett; her in-laws, Robert and Dorothy Iszard; and her sister-in-law, Barbara Iszard Hislop. A graduate of Rogers Hall School and Garland Junior College, Martha carried with her a lifelong appreciation for history, art, learning, and service. She gave generously of her time and talents to the community she loved. She was a faithful member of the Grace Church Altar Guild, an active member of the Junior League of Elmira, and a Board Member of the Near Westside Neighborhood Association where she spearheaded the restoration of the Second Street Cemetery, and served as Blood Chairperson for the local American Red Cross. She was a dedicated President and Board Member of the Chemung County Historical Society, Manager of the gift shop at the Arnot Art Museum, a design consultant at Iszard’s Department Store, and a Board Member of the Women’s Study Club at the Dundee Library. Through each role, she strengthened the cultural and civic fabric of her community with quiet leadership and heartfelt dedication. Martha will be remembered for her creativity, gracious and adventurous spirit, and her deep love for Bobby, her family, her adoring Westies and cherished friends. She had an incredible eye for beauty, design and a passion for music. She found happiness in gardening, painting, sewing, knitting and quilting; joy in cooking, reading and travel, and peace, both on Seneca Lake and at the ocean with its beautiful beach glass. Martha will always be appreciated for her steadfast devotion to preserving the history and institutions that meant so much to her hometowns. Her kindness, appreciation for life, thoughtful interest in everyone she met, curiosity about every new experience, and her infectious smile and warm hugs will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Martha’s memory to the Chemung County Historical Society, 415 East Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901; the Arnot Art Museum, 235 Lake Street, Elmira, NY 14901 (www.arnotartmuseum.org/support); or the Dundee Library, 32 Water Street, Dundee, NY 14837 (dundeelib.org). A celebration of Martha’s life will be held at a future date. Arrangements are under the directions of Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, Montour Falls, NY. To leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.vedderscottzinger.com