"Fr" to "Fre" Obituaries


From Geneva Gazette 10 October 1890

Obituary - Mrs. Ellen Frame, wife of Mr. James McP. Frame, died at her residence on South Exchange street Monday last. The deceased had been sick for three months of bilious fever.  Mrs. Frame was 37 years of age, and was born in Bradford, England.  With her husband she has resided in Geneva since the opening of the Phillips and Clark stove works, of which Mr. Frame is a respected employee.  Two young children are left to mourn the loss of a fond and loving mother.  The remains were taken to Auburn on the 2 p.m. train Wednesday, where they were interred.  Mr. Frame's shop mates 100 strong attended the funeral in a body.


From Canandaigua Chronicle 16 October 1907

Bristol, N. Y. -  On Monday morning of last week, the people of this community were shocked to learn that Charles W. Francis has been found dead in the cellar at his home, where he has lived alone for some years. He was last seen by his neighbors on Thursday afternoon. Monday morning W. H. Doyle went to his house and conditions led him to make a search when he found Mr. Francis dead at the foot of the cellar stairs, where he had fallen with a lamp while preparing his supper on Thursday evening. It is the general opinion that death was due to a shock or heart failure and he had fallen carrying the lamp with him, which had burned some of the clothing from the body. Mr. Francis was about 67 years of age and leaves a daughter, Mrs. John Bacon of Honeoye; and three sons, Stephen of Fredonia, N. Y., Arthur and Frank of Titusville, Pa.; one brother, John H. Francis of Washington, D. C.; and one sister, Mrs. Maria McMillan of this place. The remains were interred in Evergreen cemetery on Tuesday morning, Rev. L. D. Boynton officiating.


From Ontario County Journal 24 December 1909

Honeoye, N. Y. - Another sudden death occurred on Dec. 14, when Edward Francis was stricken with apoplexy and died before medical aid could reach him. Since the death of his wife, some 20 years ago, Mr. Francis has had no permanent home and about three weeks ago he went to the home of Mrs. William Ross, near the village, to spend the winter. Mr. Francis was born in Bristol Center about 65 years ago and had resided in Bristol the greater part of his life. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Edith Fletcher of Cheshire, and Mrs. Florence Simmons of Canandaigua; two brothers, Marcus Francis of Bristol and Fred Francis of this village; one sister, Mrs. Eliza Johnson of Bristol; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.


From Canandaigua Chronicle 13 June 1906

Manchester, N. Y. -  George Francis,  a well-known farmer of Hopewell, died Tuesday, June 5, of heart trouble, aged 57 years. His was the fourth death to occur in the family within a year. His brother, James, dying at Dansville in June, 1905; a sister, Mrs. Lyang of Orleans and his brother, Jeremiah Francis of Hopewell, both dying in September, 1905. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Eliza Keitch, of Shelby, Michigan, and Mrs. Sarah Brown of Wisconsin; also by two brothers, Clark of Geneva and John of Michigan. The funeral was held at the home of his niece, Mrs. Herschel Baggerley of Hopewell. Rev. Dr. Adams of Clifton Springs officiated. Interment was in Brookside Cemetery.


From Ontario County Chronicle 27 April 1904

Bristol, N. Y. - Saturday afternoon occurred the death of Henry Francis, a well-known and respected citizen of Bristol. He was of a bright and cheerful disposition and no one realized his suffering until he was suddenly stricken down and passed away in a few days. He leaves to mourn his loss a wife, two daughters, Clara and Mrs. Clifford Reed, two sons, Max and Gregg; a sister and two brothers, besides a host of friends who extend their sympathy to the bereaved family. His funeral was held Monday afternoon, Rev. Robson of Holcomb officiating.


From Geneva Daily Times 30 September 1905

Clifton Springs, N. Y. - Jeremiah Francis, 60 years old, died at his home in the town of Hopewell at 11 o'clock last evening after a lingering illness. He was born in Jerusalem, Yates county, and when fourteen years of age moved to Orleans, this county, with his parents. He had been a resident of this vicinity since that time. He was a veteran of the Civil war, having served one year in Co. E., Third N. Y. Light artillery. He was a member of Gordon Granger Post, G. A. R., of this village. Besides his widow he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Charles Sheldon of this town and Mrs. Hershel Baggerly of Michigan; three brothers, George of Orleans, John of Michigan and Charles of Geneva; and two sisters, Mrs. Hiram Keech of Michigan and Mrs. William Brown of Red Light, Mont.

From Canandaigua Chronicle 4 October 1905

Shortsville, N. Y. -  Jeremiah Francis, who died at home in Hopewell on Friday evening, was buried in Brookside cemetery, Shortsville, on Monday afternoon. Mr. Francis was born in Jerusalem, Yates county, in 1845. At the age of fourteen his family moved to Orleans, he enlisted in the Third New York Light Artillery, Company E, and served until the close of the Civil War. He was a member of Gordon Granger Post, No. 7, G. A. R., of Clifton Springs. His wife survives him and two daughters, Mrs. Charles Sheldon of Seneca Castle, and Mrs. Herschel Baggerly of Hopewell; three brothers, George Francis of Orleans, John Francis of Shepherd, Mich., and Clark Francis of Geneva; and two sisters, Mrs. Hiram Keech of Hesperia, Mich., and Mrs. William Brown of Red Lodge, Mont. The funeral was held from his late home on Monday afternoon.


From Ontario County Journal 16 April 1902

Joseph B. Francis, for many years a prominent business man of this village, died in Waterloo Monday night, aged 80 years. He was a prominent member of Canandaigua Lodge, F. and A. M. He will be buried in this village on Thursday with Masonic honors.


From Ontario County Journal 20 July 1894

Bristol, N. Y. - Mrs. Malvina Francis, widow of the late Seth Francis, died at one of her daughter's, Mrs. Edgar Thorpe, July 13, aged 69 years. The funeral was held from the house Sunday afternoon, Rev. H. J. Orelup, officiating clergyman.


From Ontario County Times 13 January 1886

Bristol, N. Y. - Died at her home in Bristol Center, Jan. 7th, Mrs. Sarah M. Barrett, wife of Isaiah Francis, aged 63 years, 6 months, and 1 day. Funeral from the Congregational church Sunday at 11 o'clock, Rev. R. A. Wheelock officiating. A large number of relatives and friends followed her remains to their last resting place in Evergreen cemetery, Baptist Hill.


From Geneva Daily Times 8 March 1910

Rushville, N. Y. - The remains of Mrs. Ann Francisco were brought here for burial today. Mrs. Francisco was a former resident of this village having lived in the house now owned by James Champlain. She was a sister to the late Eben Washburn and the widow of Samuel Francisco who died a number of years ago. He was a civil war veteran belonging to the 8th Cavalry under the command of Frank Chamberlin of Canandaigua. Five years ago she gave up her home here and went to live with a niece, Mrs. Nelson Anget of Chapin. After a few months she made her home with a Mrs. Foster of Hopewell, where she died of cancer of the stomach, aged about seventy years. She is survived by one son, Clark Francisco of Sayre, Pa., who was at one time editor of a paper in this village. The funeral service was held at one o'clock this afternoon from the Methodist church, Rev. Hersey King officiating. Burial made in village cemetery. 


From Ontario County Journal 28 March 1884

Canadice, N. Y. - Mr. Jacob Francisco, an old resident of this town, was buried on the 20th inst. Deceased had been living with his son, John Francisco, at Portage, N. Y., and died there after a lingering illness. He leaves a large family of sons and daughters.


From Ontario County Journal 2 April 1909

Canadice, N. Y. - After nearly a year of intense suffering, Job Francisco, whose illness has been mentioned, died on Friday last. Mr. Francisco was a son of Jacob Francisco, one of the pioneers of the town, and was born Nov. 21, 1831, and always lived in this town. When a young man he married Maria Backenstose, and to them were born four children: Mrs. Estella Katner, Mrs. Nellie Thomas, Miss Ida Francisco and Henry Francisco, the three younger children having preceded the father, leaving but the one daughter and the aged and infirm companion who so long had shared life's joys and sorrows. Mr. Francisco is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Delia Brogan of Hemlock, and one brother, Solomon Francisco of Richmond. Mr. Francisco was a man known for his integrity of character, a strong temperance man, a kindly neighbor and a faithful friend. The funeral was held from the house on Monday at 12 o'clock, Rev. Joseph Clark officiating. Interment at Canadice cemetery.


From Geneva Daily Times 8 March 1910

Rushville, N. Y. - Mrs. Lester Francisco committed suicide by drowning in about three feet of water at her home three miles northwest of this village Saturday. The act was not discovered until her husband came to the house at noon. Not seeing her about and no preparations for dinner having been made, he began searching for her. Not finding her in her bedroom, he went to the pantry, where he noticed that her breakfast dishes were unwashed and that the trap door to the cistern was up. Looking in he discovered her body. No reason for the act is known. She had been a great sufferer from inflammatory rheumatism during the past winter. Besides her husband, she leaves a son, 7 years of age, and three sisters. 


From Ontario County Journal 9 April 1909

Honeoye, N. Y. - On Tuesday morning at the home of his daughter in this village, occurred the death of Solomon Francisco, after an illness of only a few days. He was born in the town of Canadice about 81 years ago, and 50 years ago was married to Miss Elmira Knowles, also of Canadice, and in this town his life was spent, until about 12 years ago, when the wife died. Since that time he has made his home with his children. In early manhood he learned the trade of a blacksmith and for years conducted a shop until the infirmities of old age compelled him to relinquish the work. He is survived by four children, William Francisco of Atlanta; Elmer Francisco of Canadice; Mrs. John Hann of the town of Richmond; and Mrs. Albert VanBuren of this village; one sister, Mrs. Delia Brogan of Hemlock; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The funeral was held from the home of Albert VanBuren, on Thursday morning, Rev. Joseph E. Clark, of Hemlock, officiating, with interment in the Canadice cemetery beside his wife.


From Geneva Daily Times 2 April 1912

Rushville, N. Y. -  The death of Truman Francisco occurred at his late home near Gorham Sunday, March 31st, at the age of 65 years. He was one of a family of nine children born to John and Nancy Kinsman Francisco, two brothers having been killed in the Civil war. His birth place was the Francisco farm now owned by Thomas Champlain. When 25 years of age, he married Miss Lucy Fires of the town of Italy, who died 5 years later. Three children were born to them, none of whom are now living. About 30 years ago, he married for his second wife, Miss Nancy Anable, also of Italy, who survives him. He also leaves four daughters, Mrs. Samuel Hunter of Syracuse; Mrs. Grace Brown of Gorham, and Pearl and Ruth Francisco, who reside at home; two sisters, Mrs. Jerusha Sanford of Rushville, and Mrs. Edward Muckle of Avoca. The funeral services will be held from the residence Thursday. Burial in Rushville Cemetery.


From Victor Herald 28 November 1902

Charles Frank died of asthma at his home 1 1/2 miles southeast of Fishers, Saturday, Nov. 22nd, aged 46 years. The funeral was held at the German Lutheran church in this village Monday afternoon. Interment at Boughton Hill. Deceased leaves a wife and several children to mourn his loss.


From Geneva Daily Times 26 October 1908

The remains of Frantz Frank, who died Saturday afternoon at a hospital in New York City, where he was taken suffering from typhoid fever, arrived here this morning at 5 o'clock on the Lehigh Valley R. R. The deceased was 39 years old. He was a canal boat captain on the Erie running from Buffalo to New York. The survivors are one daughter, Miss Lida, who lives in Auburn; five sisters, Mrs. L. Frazella of Cleveland, O.; Mrs. W. McLoughlin and Miss Lena Frank of Detroit, Mich.; Mrs. John Green and Louise Frank of this city; and seven brothers, Joseph Frank of Rochester; Michael Frank of Detroit, Mich.; John, William, Bartholomew, Peter and Edward of this city. The funeral will take place tomorrow morning at 9:30 o'clock from the home of his brother, Edward, of No. 15 Hallenbeck avenue, and at 10 o'clock from St. Francis DeSales church. Interment in St. Patrick's cemetery.


From Geneva Daily Times 8 February 1904

Mrs. Sarah Frank, wife of John Frank, died at 4:45 Sunday morning at her home, 253 Lake street, aged forty-four. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, John and Charles Frank, and two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Duck and Mrs. Bernard Rogers, of this city. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon from the house, Rev. Dr. Remick officiating. Burial will be in Glenwood.


From Canandaigua Chronicle 8 May 1907

Honeoye, N. Y. -  About 6 o'clock Monday morning, the death occurred of Alfred Franklin, a prominent farmer of this place, aged 55 years. Death was caused by Bright's disease from which Mr. Franklin had for a long time been a sufferer and which on the morning of his death affected his heart, causing death to come very suddenly. Mr. Franklin has always been a resident of this place where he was a very highly respected citizen having served as town collector and always taking an active interest in politics as a staunch member of the Republican party. He was secretary of Eagle Lodge 619, F. & A. M. and a member of Eagle Star Chapter, O. E. S. of Honeoye. He is survived by one son, William, and one daughter, Julia. His funeral will be held from his late residence Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. William Boynton of Bristol officiating and interment will be in Lakeview cemetery.


From Ontario Repository and Messenger 28 May 1873

The body of Mr. John H. Franklin, who has been missing several weeks, was found on Saturday last, the 24th, in the outlet at Chapinsville, by some boys who were fishing. They gave the alarm, and the body was recovered; word was at once sent to officer George P. Frost, who with his usual promptness at once notified the Coroner, who had a jury summoned and in the evening proceeded to hold an inquest over the remains at the Undertaker shop of Mr. O. N. Crane, when a verdict in accordance with the above facts was found. There can be no doubt of the deliberate suicide of Mr. Franklin. A plow point was found tied around his neck, and his pockets were filled with stones. In all probability he sought his watery grave near where his body was found. The remains were taken to Lyon, Broome county, for interment.


From Canandaigua Chronicle 12 December 1906

Honeoye, N. Y. -  Mrs. Julian Ann Franklin entered the higher life Monday evening, December 3, aged 83 years. She has lived with her son, Alfred, in this village. Mrs. Franklin was born in the town of Bristol but most of her life was spent in Richmond.


From Geneva Daily Times 17 July 1907

Phelps, N. Y. - Mrs. Fred Frary, widow of the late Fred Frary, died suddenly at her home on Banta street, Monday. She had been ill but a few days with heart trouble. Mrs. Frary was 32 years of age and leaves an infant daughter, one brother and one sister, who reside at Geneva.


From Ontario Republican Times 23 October 1861

It becomes our sad duty to chronicle the death of one of our Canandaigua volunteers. Benjamin P. Frazer, Jr., a member of Capt. Fitzgerald's company, died at Darnestown, Maryland, on Sunday last. His disease was typhoid fever. He was a young man of good character and amiable disposition, and had proved himself a good soldier. To his parent and other relatives residing in this place, his death is a severe affliction. His remains were brought home for interment, arriving this morning by the train which passes our station at half past nine. The funeral will take place at his father's residence tomorrow at 10 o'clock.


From Ontario County Journal 6 April 1883

Phelps, N. Y. - Mr. John Frazer, who has been ill with typhoid pneumonia for the past week, died Wednesday afternoon. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the house.


From Ontario County Chronicle 23 November 1904

Victor, N. Y. - Mrs. John Frazer died at her home here Tuesday evening of last week, after months of suffering from a cancerous trouble. She was 73 years of age. The husband and an adopted son, Charles F. Frazer, survive, and reside here, and two brothers, Wesley Kenfield of Rochester, and Tuthill Kenfield of Naples. The funeral was held Friday afternoon. Interment was at Boughton Hill cemetery. Mrs. Frazer was a woman of kindly nature and was beloved by all. She was a faithful member of the Methodist church.


From Ontario County Times 21 January 1885

Seneca Castle, N. Y. -  An old man, Mr. Frederick, father of Mrs. Ringer, a little north of Castle Road, three miles east of here, fell down stairs on Friday last and broke his neck. He worked for a neighbor of Mr. Ringer last summer and was remaining there through the winter to assist his employer. On Friday last he was left alone at home and when the children came from school, they found him dead, lying at the bottom of the stairs.


From Ontario County Times 10 September 1884

Victor, N. Y. -  The funeral services of the late Mrs. Geo. Frederick were held at her home on Saturday, August 30th, the Rev. Mr. Backus officiating. Mrs. Frederick was a member of the Presbyterian church of this place, and in her daily life illustrated the teachings of the Blessed Master. For many months she patiently endured great suffering, and without a murmur, and she encouraged all by her cheerfulness. A faithful wife, a kind and affectionate mother, she will be sadly missed by mourning relatives and friends.


From Ontario County Times 9 December 1863

At the residence of her son-in-law, Halsted Knapp, in Hopewell, Mehitable Frederick departed this life Nov. 30, aged 95, 1 month and 22 days. Another of our old settlers has gone home to a house not made by hands, eternal in the Heavens. She had been privileged beyond many, she had lived years beyond the "three score and ten" and had seen the fifth generation. Her life has been an eventful one. The earlier part of it was spent among the stirring scenes of the Revolution. George Washington at one time made her fathers' house his headquarters and the writer of this has often listened with delighted attention while she recounted stories illustrating the generosity and good qualities of the "father of his country," and the passages of Scripture learned from his lips while sitting on his knee were favorites with her. Nearly fifty-eight years ago, with her husband she left Rockland County, and came to what is now called Hopewell Center, town of Hopewell, where she resided until the time of her death. She was very benevolent, no one could say to her "I was hungry and ye took me not in, I was naked and ye clothed me not," for she stretched out her hand to the needy. As long as she retained her senses, her Bible was her constant companion and quotations from it were constantly on her tongue. She was blessed in worldly affair and her declining years were passed in a luxurious home where loving children ministered to every want. But she has passed the bourne from which no traveller returns and the place that has known her so long will know her no more, she has gone to enjoy the reward of the faithful and to wear the crown prepared for those who do their Masters' bidding.


From Ontario County Times 29 December 1886

Victor, N. Y. -  Mrs. N. J. Frederick, of this village, died on Wednesday afternoon and the funeral was held at the family residence on Friday at 2 p.m. Mrs. Frederick had been ill about five weeks with typhoid fever, and during the last of her illness had the quinsy and asthma, from which she had not strength to rally. Her son, Willie, who has been ill with the fever about ten weeks, is now able to sit up part of the time but feels deeply the death of his mother.


From Ontario County Journal 22 September 1893

Academy, N. Y. - Garret Freeland, an old man, and former resident of this place, died at the residence of his niece, Mrs. Abraham Shay, Saturday morning, the 16th inst.


From Ontario County Journal 2 July 1880

Academy, N. Y. - John D. Freeland, better known as Uncle John, died at an early hour Saturday morning, at the residence of Charles Monks. He has been a sufferer from consumption for many years, until death finally relieved him from further suffering, calmly yielding his spirit to Him who gave it. The funeral services were held at the Union Church Saturday afternoon.


From Ontario County Chronicle 1 October 1902

This community was shocked on Monday afternoon to hear that the Rev. Andrew Longyear Freeman of Howell street had died suddenly that morning at the home of his sister in Camillus, this state. He left his home here on Saturday to visit his old home in Camillus, where he was a guest of his sister. On that day he attended a convention of Baptists in that town and on Sunday he preached in the Baptist church there. He had been in poor health for some time but was feeling as well as he had for several weeks when he retired on Sunday evening. Monday morning his sister called him and not hearing any response, she went to his room, when she was greatly shocked by finding that he was dead. Death was evidently due to a stroke of apoplexy. Mr. Freeman and his family came to Canandaigua about fifteen years ago. The deceased was not only highly esteemed in the Baptist church, but was a man who had the confidence of the entire community. His life had been spent in church work, and he was an ardent supporter of the Rochester Theological Seminary. He is survived by a widow, two sons, William N. of Rochester, and Albert G. Freeman of Philadelphia, and four daughters, Misses Mary L., Jessie and Nellie Freeman of Canandaigua, and Mrs. Frank L. Miller of North Hector.


From Geneva Daily Times 5 February 1907

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Mrs. Laura Wade Freeman, aged about 80 years, died yesterday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. R. R. Conklin, on West avenue, after a brief illness from pneumonia. She was the widow of Frank Freeman, who died about eight years ago. She was born in Walworth and lived there and at Marion until about ten years ago, when she came to Canandaigua to reside with her daughter. The remains will be taken to Marion for interment. The survivors are a daughter, Mrs. R. R. Conklin of Canandaigua, and two sons, Albert Freeman of Detroit, and Richard Freeman, of Rochester.


From Canandaigua Chronicle 16 May 1906

Mrs. Ann Elizabeth Blanchard Freer, widow of Charles Henry Freer, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. F. H. Partridge, Foster street, late last Tuesday evening, after an illness of about two weeks. Mrs. Freer was born in Geneva, August 29, 1838, and upon her marriage with Mr. Freer, she came to Canandaigua about forty-seven years ago. Her husband died in 1892. She is survived by one brother, William N. Blanchard of this village; two sisters, Mrs. Susan N. Freer of Fairport, and Mrs. Charles R. Paul of this village; three sons, Charles E. Freer, Frank A. Freer and William H. Freer; and two daughters, Miss Josephine E. Freer and Mrs. Fred H. Partridge, all of this village. The funeral services were held from the home of Mrs. Partridge Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. Lewis T. Reed officiated.


From Ontario County Journal 11 October 1895

Academy, N. Y. - Mrs. Elizabeth Price Freer died on the evening of October 8, after an illness of six years' duration. Her case was one that baffled the skill of doctors, and they differed in their opinions, but an autopsy disclosed the fact that a diagnosis made by Dr. C. T. Mitchel, of Canandaigua, was correct. Rev. Dr. Campbell, of the M. E. church, Canandaigua, officiated at the funeral, held at her late residence on Thursday, the 10th inst.


From Geneva Gazette 10 January 1890

While Willie Blanchard, aged 16 years, and Fred Freer were hunting ducks on Blue Bill Point, on the shores of Canandaigua lake, the latter was accidentally shot and so seriously wounded that he died before he could be conveyed to his home in this village.  It seems that the two boys were crawling along on their hands and knees, with Freer in front.  Their guns were cocked, and as the boys were passing thro' some brush Blanchard's gun was discharged, the contents entering the base of Freer's head.  He raised up and cried, "Oh, take me home!" but before he had gone far he sank to the ground and expired in a short time.  Young Blanchard was terror stricken when he realized what he had done and wept bitterly.  Can. Cor. Roch. Dem.

From Ontario County Journal 31 October 1884

Mr. George Freer, a well-known resident of this village, a painter by trade, and residing with his family on Foster street, committed suicide last Friday night, by stabbing himself and cutting his throat with a pocket knife. There is no doubt that he was insane when he committed the act, as he had shown signs in that direction for a few days previous. Friday evening he expressed a determination to sleep in the garret, and took some bedding up there. Shortly after his young son heard an unusual noise in the garret and went up to investigate. The son found his father on his knees, covered with blood, and in a dying condition. He died a few minutes afterward. He had stabbed himself in several places, and had cut his throat in a horrible manner. Coroner Jewett and a jury investigated the case and found the facts substantially as above stated. His funeral occurred on Sunday. Deceased leaves a wife and two children.


From Ontario County Chronicle 31 December 1902

Henry Freer, a highly respected and one the best known fruit growers on the west shore of the lake, died at his home near Academy on Christmas, aged 84 years. He is survived by a widow and two sons, Charles and Hiram Freer, both of Canandaigua.


From Victor Herald 20 January 1905

The community was shocked this morning by the news of the death of Alexander Hamilton French, which occurred at his home on Maple avenue, at about six o'clock this morning. Mr. French was one of the most venerable citizens of the town, lacking but two weeks of being eighty-nine years old. Up to about seven months ago, when he was an unusually healthy and vigorous old man and even since that time he has been able to follow his usual occupations about the house, though seldom getting out upon the streets. Death resulted from a second apoplectic seizure with which he was stricken at about eleven o'clock Thursday morning. A few hours later he became unconscious, remaining so until his death. There was but little warning of the impending visit of the Grim Reaper for Mr. was seen working about the yard that morning. Alexander Hamilton French was born in East Bloomfield, February 4th, 1816. In 1841 he married Nancy Pomeroy, who died four years ago this month. Mr. and Mrs. French resided in East Bloomfield about ten years and then moved into the town of Victor, where the remainder of their lives were spent. About twenty-four years ago they moved from their farm, in the southwestern part of the town, to this village, erecting the beautiful home on Maple avenue from which both have now passed away.

Indefatigable industry was the keynote of Mr. French's life and he was never idle while strength was given him to work. He was a successful farmer, following that occupation most of his life, and amassing a comfortable competence for his old age. For three or four years he was a member of the board of trustees of this village, and his judgment was highly regarded by his confreres on the board. Strong in his opinions, uncompromising in his adherence to what he believed to be right; his sincerity and integrity gained the respect and confidence of his townsmen. Ten children were born to Mr. and Mrs. French, of whom two have died. Those surviving are five daughters: Mrs. Emmet Stimpson of Clyde, Kansas; Mrs. George Ellis of Cedar Springs, Mich.; Mrs. D. Lewis Simonds, Mrs. Henry Turner and Miss Cora of Victor; three sons, Frederick of Clyde, Kansas; George H. and Oscar of Victor. Miss Cora has lived with her parents, caring for them faithfully in their old age. Funeral services will be held at the house Sunday afternoon at two o'clock, Rev. F. W. Hill of the Presbyterian church officiating. Interment will be made in Boughton Hill cemetery.


From Victor Herald 25 January 1901

Mrs. Alexander H. French, who had been ill at her home on Maple avenue for several weeks, passed away at an early hour Thursday morning. She had been in failing health for some years, but the direct cause of her death was a stroke of paralysis suffered a few days since. Nancy Pomeroy was born in Bristol 81 years ago. She later moved to East Bloomfield and in the forties was united in marriage to Alexander H. French, of the same place. They spent the early part of their married life in East Bloomfield, moving to a farm in the southwest part of this town later. They have been residents of this village for the past twenty years. Mrs. French was a woman of a retiring disposition, and had lived a quiet life. In late years owing to physical weakness she seldom mingled in society outside of her own home, where she met many friends by whom she was much beloved and highly respected. Mrs. French was the mother of ten children, eight being left to mourn her loss. The oldest daughter and youngest son died in childhood. She is survived by her husband and five daughters, Miss Cora L. French, Mrs. C. Lewis Simonds and Mrs. Henry Turner, of this place; Mrs. George Ellis, of Cedar Springs, Mich.; and Mrs. Emmett Stimpson of Clyde, Kansas; and three sons, George H. French and Oscar French of this town, and Frederick French of Clyde, Kansas. The funeral services will be private and will be held at her late home Saturday afternoon at two o'clock. Rev. Frank W. Hill will officiate at the services.


From Ontario County Chronicle 3 October 1900

Ionia, N. Y. - Alice, wife of Hubert French, died on Saturday  evening of consumption. The deceased had been ill but a few months and was a great sufferer. She leaves beside husband, one brother, Oliver Paddock, two sisters, Miss Belle Paddock, and Mrs. Thomas Smallwood, and a mother, Mrs. Julia Paddock. Funeral was held Monday at 2 p.m.


From The Naples Record, April 17, 1935, Page 1

Arthur French, 55, died Monday, April 15, at his home in Brighton. A son of the late Barzilla and Nancy Crippen French, he was born in Naples on June 29, 1879, and grew to manhood here. On January 1, 1899, he was united in marriage with Miss Edith Allen, of Honeoye, who survives. He also leaves a son, Clifford French, of Brighton, and a daughter, Mrs. Herbert Silco, of Webster, and four grandchildren; also one sister, Mrs. Walter Pickering, of Naples. Services will be held from the home today, and burial will be made in Lake View cemetery, Honeoye.

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From Ontario County Journal 15 February 1884

Naples, N. Y. - Mrs. Barzilla French died last week, leaving a husband and several children.

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From Ontario County Journal 8 July 1881

East Bloomfield Station, N. Y. - Mr. Charles French died at his residence last Saturday, at about 2 o'clock, after a brief illness of consumption. Funeral services were held at his late residence, the Rev. Mr. Ferry, pastor of the M. E. church, officiating.


From Victor Herald 15 February 1907

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Mrs. Delia French, widow of the late John B. French, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Chapin, Saturday night, aged 85 years, after a short illness of pneumonia. Mrs. French had been a resident of this town for many years, and since the death of her husband, about five years ago, she had resided with her daughter. Those surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Charles Chapin of this place, and Mrs. G. Wells Parmele of Victor; three sisters, Mrs. Stephen Hallock and Mrs. William Hallock of Albion, and Mrs. Orchestra Stafford of this place. Funeral services were held from her late home Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. W. D. Robinson officiating. Interment in the village cemetery.


From Geneva Gazette 1 May 1885

George W. French died at the Hygienic Institute in this village at an early hour this morning, aged 81 years and 10 days. The deceased had been an invalid for two or three years last past, though confined to his bed for only a few weeks past. His ailing seemed to be general debility incident to advanced age, though terminating at last in some trouble of the heart. Mr. French was a native of Hampton, Washington Co., N. Y.  His calling was that of a farmer, which industry he successfully pursued for many years in Romulus, Seneca county.  In 1858 he moved to Geneva, where he has since resided. Here he has not engaged in any business except occasionally as an accountant, and in 1870 we believe was appointed one of the U. S. census enumerators, performing such work diligently and accurately.  He was well informed in current history of the times, being a constant and careful reader.  In matters of theology and politics he held positive opinions, yet was tolerant towards those with whom he differed.  By nature he was social and genial, fond of intelligent company, and with a mind richly stored with reminiscences and history, proved an entertaining conversationalist.  He was a life-long member of the Presbyterian church and in his daily walk and conversation illustrated the character of the sincere Christian. The immediate relatives surviving him are two sons, Lyman P. of Boston, and A. L. of Chicago, and a brother, Wm. H. of Geneva. The absent sons are expected here tomorrow, until which time the funeral cannot be announced. The interment will take place at Romulus where the wife of deceased is buried.


From Geneva Gazette 22 January 1864

A MYSTERIOUS CASE - The Ontario Repository states that Irad French, of East Bloomfield, died on the 16th inst., having been ill but a day, under circumstances that induce the belief that he was poisoned.  Coroner Rogers of Canandaigua held an inquest which stands adjourned to the 4th of February, for the report of the Chemist who is to analyze the stomach of deceased. Mr. French was an elderly man, respected by his neighbors who naturally feel a deep interest in the case.


From Geneva Daily Times 11 February 1915

Rushville, N. Y. - Mrs. Jane French, widow of Bradley French, died of apoplexy Monday night at the home of William Johnson, where she has lived for the past six years. She was 75 years old the first of this month. She was a daughter of Lyman and LuPhoeba Holms and leaves no nearer relatives than two nephews, Arthur and Byrn Holmes of Vine Valley. The funeral was held at the home of  Mr. and Mrs. William Smith Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. J. J. Edwards officiated. Burial in the French Cemetery.


From Geneva Daily Times 30 October 1908

John French, aged 86 years, died at 8:30 o'clock last evening at the home of his daughter, Mrs. William Baker, who resides on the Pre-emption Road one mile west of this city. Death was due to his advanced old age. He is survived by three sons, Linzy French of this city, Eugene French of Chicago, and Zina French of Chicago; one daughter, Mrs. William Baker of Geneva; three brothers, Seymour French of Palmyra, Carmi French of Michigan, and George French of Syracuse; and one sister, Caroline French of Syracuse. The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon from Mrs. Baker's home at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. J. B. Hubbs, D. D., will officiate and burial will be in Washington Street Cemetery.


From Victor Herald 20 June 1902

On Saturday morning last, John Beals French, one of East Bloomfield's early settlers was found sleeping the last sleep in the bed where he had lain down in his usual health only a few hours before. Mr. French has been living for some months with his daughter, Mrs. Charles Chapin, and during the past few weeks has suffered several shocks which probably led to his sudden death. Mr. French had reached the advanced age of eighty-one years and fourteen days. He was born in this town and has been an active and successful farmer in this vicinity, having retired but a short time ago on the farm at Holcomb recently purchased by E. E. Rigney. Mr. French became an ardent Republican at the founding of the party and was always a zealous advocate of its faith. At one time he was a delegate to a state convention at Saratoga and he always manifested a deep interest in local government. Mr. French was for several years a trustee of the Congregational church of East Bloomfield. He is survived by his widow, two daughters, Mrs. Charles Chapin, of this town, and Mrs. Wells Parmele of Victor, and one brother, Hamilton French of Victor, at present eighty-six years of age. The funeral was held on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home of the daughter of the deceased, Mrs. Charles Chapin. Rev. W. D. Robinson conducted the service. Music was rendered by members of the Congregational choir. Interment was made in East Bloomfield cemetery. The pall bearers were John S. Hamlin, Cholett Collins, Ashman B. Gause and William Mead.


From Ontario County Journal 28 December 1883

Naples, N. Y. - Mrs. Julia A. French, widow of James French, died on Monday, Dec. 24, aged 82. Mrs. French was one of the oldest residents of this town and an honored woman. She leaves several children, who are settled here.


From Ontario County Journal 9 March 1883

Naples, N. Y. - Luke French, an eccentric character of our town, died on Sunday. He was honorably connected, but refused to affiliate with his kindred and has lived a hermit's life for 40 years. He was 72 years old.


From Geneva Daily Times 19 May 1908

Canandaigua, N. Y. - Dr. F. P. Warner was hastily summoned yesterday morning to the home of Mrs. Philip Riley to attend Marion French, Mrs. Riley's father, who was taken suddenly ill. On his arrival at the house he found that death had preceded him. Mr. French was 71 years old and had lived in Canandaigua since his youth. For forty years he acted as car inspector in the local yards of the New York Central Railroad. Death was due to heart disease.


From Canandaigua Chronicle 10 January 1906

Mrs. Mary A. French died at her home in this village Saturday, aged 64 years. She is survived by her husband, and one daughter, Mrs. Phillip Reilly. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon.


From Geneva Daily Times 18 June 1908

Naples, N. Y. - Mrs. Pamelia French, aged 85 years, died Tuesday at the home of her son, Joel Waracong, near Hunt's Hollow, in this town. She had lived with this son most of the time since the death of Mr. French. Her first husband was David Waracong, by whom she had five children, but outlived them all except this son. Her maiden name was Wheeler, the daughter of John and Sarah Wheeler. Her last husband, Joseph French, left a large family.


From Ontario County Chronicle 20 August 1902

Naples, N. Y. - Peter French, a farmer, at the head of Hunt's Hollow, Naples, N. Y., died about noon Saturday. He had been in poor health for a long time. He was about 75 years old and was much esteemed. He leaves a wife, three sons and two daughters.


From Ontario County Journal 4 February 1910

Ionia, N. Y. - Mrs. R. J. French died on Saturday evening at her home near here aged 34 years, after a year's illness. Besides her husband she leaves one son, a father, Benjamin Wilson, of Taunton, Mass.; and one sister, Mrs. George Moore, of West Bloomfield. The funeral was held on Tuesday.


From Ontario County Times 21 July 1875

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - It is our sad duty to announce the sudden death of Reuben E. French. He died Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The immediate cause of his death was congestion of the brain, following a sunstroke on Monday, the 12th. In his death East Bloomfield loses one of its most active and valuable citizens. The funeral is to be on Tuesday at 10 a.m.


From Victor Herald 9 May 1891

Miller's Corners, N. Y. - T. Dwight French, formerly a long resident here, died in Florida recently, aged about 72 years. He leaves a wife and two brothers, A. H. French of Victor and J. B. French of East Bloomfield, and four sons, Frank of Victor, Orion B. of Honeoye Falls, Edgar and Walter, and two daughters, Mrs. J. W. Parmelee of Lima and Mrs. Flora Hall. At his request his burial took place in Florida.


From Geneva Daily Times 5 August 1908

Antoinette Freshour died at her home in Chapin yesterday at 1:30. The deceased was 58 years. She is survived by one sister, Miss Mariette Freshour of Chapin; and by four brothers: Myron H. of Lansing, Mich., George D. of Rochester, and Laman and Seymour of Mason, Mich. The funeral will take place from the family home tomorrow afternoon at half past two. Burial will be in Canandaigua.


From Ontario County Chronicle 31 December 1902

On Sunday, Mrs. Enora Freshour, aged 72 years, of Hopewell, died in this village where she was under the care of physicians.


From Geneva Courier 19 April 1876

On Sunday last, HENRY FRESHOUR, a native of Ontario county, and for nearly 60 years a resident of Geneva, died at his residence on Exchange street.  For several months Mr. Freshour had been severely ill, and for some weeks past no hopes have been entertained of his recovery.  Deceased was a carriage and wagon maker by occupation, and carried on that business in this community for many years.  He has a number of times served as trustee of the village, and held offices of responsibility and trust.  Several years since he was appointed street Commissioner and discharged the duties of this important office with great satisfaction through several terms.  Mr. Freshour was in every sense a good and useful citizen, identified with the best interests of Geneva, a genial, kind-hearted man, generous to his family, kind to his neighbors very generally acquainted, and as generally respected.  It is with regret we chronicle his death.  He was born in the town of Phelps in the year 1804, and was subsequently 72 years of age.  He has always resided within the borders of Ontario county.  He leaves a wife and three adult daughters.  The funeral takes place from the residence at 2 1/2 P. M. today; Rev. Dr. Hogarth of whose church he was a member officiating.


From Geneva Gazette 4 October 1867

 Died, June 27th, Mrs. Mary Freshour, aged 79, relict of John Freshour, late of Hopewell. The pioneer settlers of the county are rapidly passing away.  Mr. and Mrs. Freshour were among the first in this town, removing here from Frederic county, Maryland, in the year 1811, making the whole journey in a wagon. They soon after purchased and cleared the farm on which the latter lived until her death, surviving her husband about nine years. She passed a stirring and useful life, retaining her youth and vivacity to a remarkable extent, and she leaves many warm friends among both old and young. Her children can truly say, "We shall meet, but we shall miss her, For there'll be a vacant chair."


From Geneva Daily Times 19 March 1915

The body of Mrs. Mary S. Freshour, who died Wednesday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Manley Inman of Rochester, will be brought to Geneva tomorrow morning on the 10:56 New York Central train and taken immediately to the Washington Street Cemetery, where the burial service will be conducted by Rev. David H. Craver, of the North Presbyterian church.


From Geneva Courier 19 September 1877

Mr. Solomon Freshour, an old and respected resident of Geneva, died at his home on Tillman street on Thursday morning, September 18.  He was in his 77th year.  The Gazette says:  "The father of deceased was a Marylander.  At the early date of 1802 he removed with his family consisting of a wife and six children to the sparsely settled region of Ontario county, locating in the neighboring town of Phelps.  At the age of 23, Solomon married a Miss Wyman of Gorham, and removed to that town and engaged in farming.  After the lapse of about six years he removed to Waterloo, and for a number of years conducted a hotel south of the river.  About the year '39 or '40 he removed to Geneva where he has ever since resided.  For many years he has been engaged in no active business, having an income sufficient to meet his frugal wants.  Of his brothers and sisters, only one -- the wife of our esteemed townsman Mr. N. N. Kipp -- survives.  The first to be taken hence was Mrs. Riggles, who died in 1830.  The last few years have made sad havoc in the family.  John died in 1847; Henry followed two years later; the present year has marked the decease of a sister (Mrs. Cortleyou) and the especial subject of this notice. Mr. Freshour was a member of the Reformed church in Geneva.  His wife and one son survive him.  The funeral took place from his late residence on Saturday morning, Rev. W. W. Brush officiating.  The remains were taken to Gorham for burial.


From Ontario County Journal 21 February 1890

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Mrs. Wm. A. Freyer died Wednesday at 4 p.m., after a short illness, of typhoid pneumonia. She leaves a husband and two daughters, Mrs. Harry Willcox, of Geneva, and Mrs. Wm. S. Moore, of this place, to mourn her loss. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at the M. E. church at 11 a.m.


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