Ontario County NY Obituaries

"Loo" to "Loz" Obituaries

From Geneva Daily Times 7 January 1910

Rushville, N. Y. - Allen Loomis, who for several months has been in failing health, died at his home Wednesday evening of paralysis of the nerves. He was the son of Nathaniel Loomis and was born in 1839 in the town of Middlesex. Twice he was married. His first wife was Mrs. Helen Thomas, who died about two years after they were married. Thirty-five years ago in February, he was married to Mrs. Elizabeth Green, widow of Frank Green, to whom three children were born. One, Mrs. Morey Abbott, died a few years ago. He began keeping house on his farm at Pine Corners where he died. He was a member of the Methodist church of this village, having served nearly thirty-five years as trustee. He was a strong supporter of the Republican party and served at one time as supervisor of the Town of Middlesex and was one of the Presidential electors in the last campaign. He is survived by his wife and two daughter, Mrs. Fred Bennett and Miss Carrie Loomis; also by one sister, Mrs. David Densmore of Potter; and one brother, Minor Loomis, of this place. The funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Methodist church, Rev. Harsey King, pastor, officiating. Burial in the village cemetery.

From Shortsville Enterprise 19 April 1912

The death of Benjamin Henry Loomis occurred shortly after 11 o'clock last week Thursday morning at his farm home in the town of Farmington. Mr. Loomis was the eldest son of the late Hannah Ketchum and George Loomis, well-known residents of Farmington, and was born in Syracuse on Jan. 2, 1847. He had spent 62 of his 65 years of life in the town of Farmington. He attended school at Farmington, and later went to Canandaigua Academy. About 1868 Mr. Loomis married Miss Alma Jenks, of Farmington. Fourteen years ago he moved to the Loomis homestead farm where he had since resided. He had always been engaged in agricultural pursuits and was a prosperous and successful farmer with large interests. He leaves his wife, two sons and five daughters, George and Charles, of Farmington; Edith, formerly of Albany; Mrs. Hannah E. Devine of Farmington; Mrs. Bernardine Alderman of Macedon; Mrs. Mildred Battin of Victor and Leona, residing at home; one sister, Mrs. Aurelia Morse of Farmington; and one brother, Leslie G. Loomis of Victor. The funeral was held at the home at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon. Rev. Edwin P. Wood, of the Universalist church, Victor, officiated, and interment was made in South Farmington cemetery.

From Victor Herald 3 August 1895

George Loomis, a well-known and life-long resident of the town of Farmington, died at his home Tuesday evening. Mr. Loomis has been in poor health for nearly a year and his demise was not wholly unexpected. Mr. Loomis was born in Hartford, Ct., Dec. 7th, 1818; when a very small boy he came to Farmington, and by industry and perseverance he amassed a competence. He was always foremost in every work of public improvement, roads, schools, etc. He was Supervisor of the town of Farmington several terms and always took a lively interest in public affairs of the state and nation. He was a man of excellent business qualifications and sound judgment, and many a young man struggling in the battle of life has looked to him for advice and assistance, and never in vain. He was in every sense a self-made man. Beginning life with nothing, he obtained a good education and accumulated a fine farm property; his residence and surroundings are among the finest in this county.

About fifty years ago he married Hannah Maria Ketchum. Six children were born to them. Mrs. Loomis died about three years ago, there survive him two sons and two daughters, B. H. Loomis, Mrs. L. L. Morse, Mrs. G. E. Lapham, of Farmington, and L. G. Loomis, of this village. The funeral was held from his late home Friday afternoon, the services were conducted by Rev. C. N. Frost. The interment was at Boughton Hill cemetery.

From Victor Herald 3 September 1892

The funeral of Mrs. George Loomis, whose sudden death we briefly mentioned last week, was held at her late residence Sunday afternoon at three o'clock. Rev. Mr. Frost conducted the services, assisted by a quartette from the choir of the Presbyterian church. The burial was at the cemetery on Boughton Hill. The deceased was the youngest daughter of Benj. Ketcham and was born in Rensselaer Co., Jan. 4, 1823. She removed with her parents to Farmington while a child, and was married to George Loomis Oct. 19, 1842, and went to live in Onondaga Co. where she resided about nine years and returned to Farmington where she resided the rest of her life. She leaves a husband, two sons and two daughters, Mrs. L. L. Morse, Mrs. Geo. E. Lapham, B. H. Loomis, of Farmington, and L. G. Loomis of this village. Mrs. Loomis was a woman greatly beloved in the community, and will be missed in many places beside the home circle, where, for half a century she has been the loving help-meet and devoted mother. A large circle of friends will deeply sympathize with the bereaved family.

From Ontario County Journal 18 March 1881

Rushville, N. Y. - Mrs. Melissa Loomis died of typhoid pneumonia, March 11th , aged 34 years. Her sickness lasted about ten days, and her death falls very heavily upon her husband and little daughter, who have the sympathy of many friends. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. C. M. Bartledaren, on Sunday, at the residence of her husband, Elbert Loomis.

From Ontario County Journal 11 September 1891

On Monday the remains of Mrs. Nancy Loomis, widow of the late James Loomis, formerly of this village, were brought here from Geneseo for interment. The funeral services were held from the residence of James Rockwell Wednesday. The deceased was 91 years and 5 months old.

From Geneva Gazette 10 August 1900

Near Geneva, August 6th, Mrs. Rebecca, widow of the late Stephen T. Loomis, aged 76 years, leaving one son. She was a woman of the most lovely character it has ever been our privilege to meet. She was unselfish to a fault. Her life has been one of the most beautiful examples of devotion to all who were near and dear to her, and to all who were in sorrow and trouble. The influence of such a life must long be felt. The late Judge Mason, whose death so recently occurred and who was a very warm friend of Mrs. Loomis, once said (it seems but yesterday) "there is not one in a thousand like her - a person of rare intelligence, always bright and of wonderful memory." He spent many pleasant hours with her.

From Geneva Daily Times 9 May 1912

Mrs. Mary Anne Looney, widow of the late Patrick Looney, died this morning at 8:50 o'clock at the home of her son, Edward Looney, No. 235 Castle street, following an illness of several months. She leaves one son, Edward, and one daughter, Mrs. Mary Anne Gray, both of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Eliza Murphy of Geneva and Mrs. Margaret Maloy of New York. She had been a resident of Geneva for 44 years. Burial St. Patrick's Cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 15 March 1895

Tuesday morning, at his home on Gibson street, occurred the death of John J. Loonie, in his 61st year. Mr. Loonie had been in feeble health for many years past, and the severe weather had sapped his vitality and hastened the end. Captain Loonie, by which name he was often mentioned, was a native of Dublin, Ireland, coming to this country when a boy of 8 years. In New York city he learned the marble cutter's trade, and developed considerable skill as a sculptor and artist. In 1863 Mr. Loonie enlisted as a private in Company K, 20th N. Y. Cavalry, of which company he was prominent as an organizer, and soon rose from private to second and first lieutenants and captain. He served until the mustering out of the company, July 31, 1865. Shortly after the close of the war, Mr. Loonie came to this village and pursued his chosen vocation, establishing the Canandaigua Marble Works. Aside from being an expert marble cutter, he was an artistic designer, the soldiers' memorial tablets in the court house in this village, being an evidence of his skill. Mr. Loonie's work was much sought in surrounding towns and counties, as well as in his own town. In Woodlawn cemetery, New York, Mr. Loonie erected considerable work, and it was on one occasion, while thus engaged, that he was taken ill and lay at death's door for several days.

Mr. Loonie has been a member of the Congregational church for over a quarter of a century. The funeral services were conducted at his late home Thursday morning, by Rev. Charles H. Dickinson. A few years after his removal to this village, Mr. Loonie married Sophia Lyon of Naples, who survives him.

From Geneva Daily Times 4 March 1904

Phelps, N. Y. - Mrs. Catherine Lord, widow of the late Ichabod Lord, died suddenly Wednesday evening at her home on West Main street. Mrs. Lord was taken ill Sunday with gastritis but was not confined to her bed until a few hours before her death. She was 74 years of age and is survived by one brother, N. A. Reed of this village. The funeral was held from the house this afternoon at four o'clock, the Rev. E. L. Waldorf officiating. Saturday the remains will be taken to Newark for burial.

From Geneva Daily Times 14 January 1909

Mrs. Emeline A. Lord, widow of the late John Lord, died yesterday afternoon at Willard. She was 84 years old. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Mrs. E. Lord of Syracuse, and five grandchildren, Mrs. Rene P. Van Tassel of this city, Mrs. W. H. Cooper, Mrs. Edward Gordon and Miss Edith Lord of Syracuse, and Mrs. Kavanaugh of New York. The remains were brought to this city this afternoon and a brief prayer service was held at Kennedy's undertaking rooms. Interment was in Glenwood Cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 28 September 1903

The double funeral of Jackson Van Tassel and Frank E. Lord, who were killed by the Central-Hudson train Saturday morning, took place at 2 o'clock this afternoon from the late home of Mr. Van Tassel, No. 63 North Genesee street. Rev. J. H. Hubbs and Rev. C. E. Jewell together officiated at the funeral. The bearers for Mr. Van Tassel were George E. Stubbs, Adam Emig, Charles K. Benjamin, John H. Beard, George A. Peel, Elon C. Goseline. The bearers for Lord, all members of the Baraca Bible class of First Methodist church, were as follows: Walter W. Van Gieson, Lewis Van Gieson, Henry B. Platman, William E. Beeney, William H. House and Allen P. Olmstead. The burial followed in the same lot, in Glenwood cemetery.

From Geneva Gazette 11 December 1891

Phelps - Ichabod Lord, a prominent resident of this village, died very suddenly last Friday evening about six o'clock. Mr. Lord has not been very robust for some time, and on Friday drove to Geneva to see a physician, and after his return home put up his horse and had supper, when he laid his head on the table and breathed his last. Mr. Lord leaves one brother, Levi Lord of Phelps, his wife and two sons -- Frank Lord of Phelps and Adelbert of Kalamazoo, Mich. The funeral was held from his late residence, 61 West Main st., at ten o'clock Monday morning, Rev. Mr. Hughston officiating. His age was 69 years. The remains were taken to Newark for burial. In politics, Mr. Lord was a stalwart Republican.

From Victor Herald 1 December 1905

James H. Lord died at his home in Fishers on Tuesday of this week, aged seventy-three years. He succumbed to the infirmities of old age. Mr. Lord was born in England but had been a resident of this town for sixty-four years. He leaves three sons, Edward of Geneva, Allegany county, and Clinton and Hiram of Fishers. Burial was had at Pittsford.

From Ontario County Journal 18 February 1910

Naples, N. Y. - John Lord, a resident of Naples for sixteen years past, died Feb. 10 at the home of his sister, Mrs. Guernsey, in Wallace, where, in his illness, he had gone for care. His wife died some years ago and his home was broken up. The burial was in Rose Ridge cemetery on Sunday. One son, Irwin, and another sister, Mrs. Fogal of Cohocton, survive him.

From Ontario County Chronicle 12 April 1905

Naples, N. Y. - On Friday last occurred the sudden death of Mrs. John Lord of this village, at the home of Henry Hubbard of Prattsburg. Her death is attributed to heart failure. Deceased is survived by her husband and one son, Erwin, of this village, and by one brother, James Pierce of Atlanta.

From Geneva Daily Times 6 November 1906

Phelps, N. Y. - The death of Levy B. Lord, a highly-honored and respected farmer of the Town of Phelps, occurred at the Lord homestead, south of Phelps, yesterday. His death was due to advanced age. Mr. Lord was born and always lived here, occupying the same home during the entire period of his long life. He was eighty-six years of age and leaves a widow, who is the only surviving relative.

From Ontario County Chronicle 10 September 1902

North Bloomfield, N. Y. - Amos Lotee, a well-known and lifelong resident of Ontario county, died suddenly at his home in North Bloomfield Saturday morning. Mr. Lottee was at work Friday as usual, and at night ate a hearty supper and retired early, feeling as well as usual but Saturday morning when his wife tried to arouse him, she discovered that he was dead. Mr. Lotee was 67 years old, having been born in the town of West Bloomfield in 1835, where he lived until about 1865, when he went to North Bloomfield and purchased a custom mill, which he ran for thirty-five years, disposing of his mill about two years ago. Deceased was a member of the Baptist Church of Lima since its organization many years ago, and though living several miles distant, was a faithful attendant. He was also a member of the A. O. U. W. In 1865 he was married to Miss Anna E. Booth, of Livonia. Seven children were the fruit of this union, and his death makes the first break in the family circle. His wife, one son, Herbert and six daughters, Lizzie Lotee, Mrs. E. B. Kellogg of Honeoye Falls, Imogene, Louise, Frances and Bessie, survive him. The funeral will be held from his late home at 2:30 this afternoon, Rev. Mr. Palmer, pastor of the Baptist Church of Lima, officiating.

From Geneva Daily Times 4 November 1905

James W. Love, a retired nurseryman residing at No. 165 Washington street, died at 1 o'clock this morning after a brief illness of a week. The deceased was in his seventy-second year. He was born in Scotland and came to this country and city about fifty years ago. Until his retirement three years ago he has been actively engaged in the nursery business of the city. He was a member of Kanadesaga Council, No. 413 Royal Arcanum, and a communicant of Trinity church. He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Miss Minnie S. Love. Burial in Glenwood Cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 27 May 1905

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Thursday, at the house of his son-in-law, on Main street, occurred the death of John Love, formerly of East Bloomfield. He was aged about seventy-six years. Ailments due to advancing years caused his death. He came to this country from Scotland about twenty years ago. Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Bartholf, Mrs. John McAllister and Miss Esther Love, two sons, John and James Love, a sister, Mary Ann Love of Stanley, and a brother, James Love of Geneva.

From Victor Herald 2 June 1899

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Tuesday afternoon the remains of Mrs. John Love of Canandaigua, but a former resident here, were buried in the village cemetery. She died last Sunday after a long illness.

From Victor Herald 10 May 1901

Last evening the body of William Love, who mysteriously disappeared from his home in Canandaigua, April 15th, was found in the flooded flats near the mouth of the Sucker brook by some fisherman, who immediately notified Coroner O. J. Hallenbeck. The body was removed to the Z. C. Curtice undertaking establishment where it was identified later by relatives and friends. The remains were badly decomposed, the features bloated and lacerated so that the boots and wearing apparel were the only means of identification. The authorities are at a loss to account for the disfiguration of the of the face, unless it was accidentally done by some of the numerous fishermen who are spearing suckers in the brook every night. Deceased was aged about 30 years, and is survived by an aged father, two brothers and two sisters. Love was last seen about 11 o'clock on the night of April 15th, by Officer Mulligan. It is stated that to a friend, whom Love urged to drink with him on that last night, he said, "You'd better drink with me now, you'll never get another chance. I'm on my way to the lake to drown myself." The case will be thoroughly investigated by Coroner Hallenbeck and an effort made to account for the marks of violence on the man's face and hands. A significant fact is that Love's hands were gripped tightly about some bunches of grass, indicating that he had made a struggle for his life.

From Victor Herald 4 April 1891

Mrs. Charlotte A. Lovejoy, wife of E. E. Lovejoy died at her home on East Main St. early Thursday morning. She was taken ill last Friday and rapidly grew worse. The disease developing into acute peritonitis with the above result. She was greatly beloved in this community. Her husband has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. The funeral will be held at the house Monday at 2 p.m.

From Victor Herald 11 April 1891

Mrs. Charlotte A. Lovejoy, who died March 26, and whose death we briefly mentioned last week, was born in New Jersey, August 2, 1834. Her parents were George and Elizabeth Gurnee. Her mother died when she was about two years of age. Her father married a second time, and when she was four years old, she was brought to Newark, this State, and from that time until she was married, she lived with her grandmother, Mrs. Phillip Decker. By Mr. Gurnee's first marriage, he had five children, of which two of her brothers are still living, Jonas Gurnee of Lyons and Philip of Binghamton, this State. She was married to Edward Lovejoy, March 12, 1856. They commenced keeping house in this village where they have lived happily for 35 years. She leaves a large circle of relatives and friends who sincerely mourn her loss. She united with the Presbyterian church in the year 1872, Rev. Henry T. Miller, pastor, and up to the time of her death, was a willing worker, doing all she felt it her duty to do, cheerfully and well. She was a woman of sound sense and excellent judgment. Her death is a loss to the community, and we can safely say that the relatives will not grieve alone.

From Ontario County Journal 11 February 1876

Died - On Friday morning, the 4th of February, in her 82nd year, Mrs. Martin Lovejoy. Mrs. Lovejoy has been unwell a number of years, but never has been known to murmur or complain a word. She had her senses until a few hours before her death. When her husband asked her if she would ever recover, she answered, "Yes, I think I shall." She has been a member of the Christian Church from childhood. She leaves a kind husband and several children to mourn her loss. The funeral was held on Sunday afternoon at the Presbyterian Church in this place.

From Geneva Daily Times 22 September 1897

Mrs. N. M. Lovejoy died of heart failure at 2:15 o'clock this morning at her residence in Phelps. Mrs. Lovejoy had resided in that village many years and was loved and respected by all who knew her. The deceased is survived by three sons, James, of this city; Charles, of Jamestown, and R. A. Truax, of Phelps.

From Geneva Gazette 3 March 1899

Asel Loveland, one of the oldest residents of Victor, died Friday evening last, aged 88 years. Mr. Loveland went to Victor from Eastern New York when about 20 years of age, and had ever since resided there. He had followed farming nearly all his life, and was a highly respected townsman. He was a member of Milnor Lodge, F. & A. M., and was regarded as one of the oldest Masons in the State. One daughter, Mrs. Julia Embry, with whom he lived and three grandchildren survive. Vic. Cor. Can. Times

From Victor Herald 28 March 1891

Vincent C. Loveland died yesterday forenoon at 11 o'clock and the funeral will be held at his late residence tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. The interment will be in Boughton Hill Cemetery.

From Shortsville Enterprise 21 February 1913

The death of Mrs. Elizabeth Lowe of Manchester occurred at her home in that village at 7:45 o'clock Wednesday morning, aged 76 years. She had just gotten out of bed and started to dress when she dropped dead. Her demise was occasioned by chronic heart trouble. Mrs. Lowe was born in England on September 2, 1836, and was married in that country to Henry Lowe, They came together to the United States 55 years ago and settled in the township of Manchester, where she had resided since. Mr. Lowe died about five years ago. Four children came to bless their union, but only two survive, Mrs. Robert Houston and Mrs. William Jones, both of Manchester. Other survivors are one brother, William Houghton, and two sisters, Mrs. Richard Warner and Miss Alice Houghton, all of England; also four grandchildren and one great-grandchild, all living in Manchester. The funeral will be held from the Jones home in Manchester on Saturday afternoon at two o'clock and will be conducted by Rev. William W. Lane, pastor of the Manchester M. E. Church, of which Mrs. Lowe had been a most faithful member for the last 45 years. The interment will be made in Brookside Cemetery in this place.

From Ontario County Journal 24 February 1908

Manchester, N. Y. - Henry Lowe, one of the old residents of this village, died at his home on State street, after a long illness, on Friday night, aged 73 years. He was born in England, coming to America over 50 years ago, being a resident of this village since his arrival in this country. He is survived by a wife and two daughters, Mrs. Robert D. Houston and Mrs. William Jones, both of this village.

From Ontario County Journal 6 January 1882

Mr. John Lowe, of Honeoye, died quite suddenly on Tuesday afternoon of last week. Last summer he suffered a stroke of paralysis, and a second attack of the same is said to have been the cause of his death. Mr. Lowe was highly respected and esteemed. For a number of years past he has held the office of postmaster at Honeoye.

The Shortsville Enterprise, November 9, 1889, Vol. 7, No. 44, page 2.

John Lowe died quite suddenly at his home on Salt street last week Friday a.m., aged 33 years. He had been a great sufferer from consumption and other diseases for a number of years, but was about the house and walked from one room to another but a few moments before his death. He fully realized his condition, and it is a comfort for his friends to feel that, though his departure was sudden, he was willing and prepared for the summons. Besides a widow he leaves a father, mother and three sisters, all residents of this town. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon, where a large audience gathered to show their sympathy for the family, and Rev. D. D. Davis made appropriate remarks. The interment was in the new cemetery. Mrs. Lowe desires to express her thanks to the many kind friends who assisted at the funeral of her late husband, and especially to all those who contributed and arranged the beautiful flowers.

Thanks to Martha McGill for this donation.

From Geneva Daily Times 3 June 1907

R. M. Lowe, aged 66 years, died yesterday morning at 9:40 o'clock at the home of his sister, Mrs. Watson E. Stubbs, of No. 40 Lafayette avenue. He was born in Oaks Corners and has resided there his entire life until April 9th of this year, when he came to the home of his sister in this city. Mrs. Stubbs is the only survivor. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house. Rev. W. W. Weller, pastor of the First Presbyterian church will officiate and interment will be in Glenwood Cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 14 March 1890

Silas Lowe, aged 76, a prosperous farmer living near Oaks Corners, dropped dead Saturday forenoon of heart trouble. He had been complaining of rheumatism for some time which affected him in different parts of his body and it undoubtedly went to his heart.

From Ontario County Chronicle 14 October 1903

Bristol Springs, N. Y. - Jacob Lown, an aged resident of this place, died Saturday. Mr. Lown was about 90 years of age and leaves to mourn one son, Ward of this place; two daughters, Mrs. Fred Barrett, also of this place, and Mrs. Martin Hope of Avoca. Interment in Coye cemetery.

From Geneva Gazette 8 June 1900

Miss Janet Lowthorp died at her residence, 477 Main st., last Tuesday - the last of her family. She was born in this city, a daughter of Thomas Lowthorp. She received thorough education as a pianist and organist and for many years presided at the Trinity Church organ, and later at such instrument in St. Peter's Church. She had one brother, the late Samuel Lowthorp, and two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Angell and Mrs. Edward Kingsland. The funeral will take place from Trinity Church tomorrow afternoon at 5 o'clock.

From Geneva Courier 1 July 1874

Mrs. Lowthorp, wife of Samuel Lowthrop, Esq., of this village, died suddenly on Sunday afternoon at her residence on Main street. She had for several years been in poor health and consequently had not mingled extensively in society, but by the circle of friends and acquaintances who knew her, she was greatly beloved. She was a quiet, unobtrusive, gentle woman, and was highly respected and esteemed by those who knew her. Though in ill health no immediate fatal termination of her sufferings were anticipated, and her death was at last sudden and unexpected. She is sincerely mourned by all who knew her rare and christian qualities.

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