Ontario County Obituaries

"McD" to "McG" Obituaries

From Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 27 July 1927

Geneva, N. Y., July 26 - James McDill, 75, of Seneca Castle, died today after a long illness. He leaves his wife; a son, William S. McDill of Rochester; a sister, Mrs. Margaret Key of Midland, Canada. Funeral at 2:30 o'clock Friday from the home, with Rev. George Nichols of Waterloo, formerly of Seneca Castle, officiating. Burial in Whitney cemetery.

From Ontario County Times 6 January 1892

Hall's Corners, N. Y. - Died in Seneca, December 28, John McDill, aged 76 years. On the following day at 11 a.m., his wife, aged 78, also died. Mrs. McDill was deputy postmistress under William P. Rupert, and the husband carried the mail from the Hall's depot to the Seneca post office. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. A. B. Temple on Thursday, at the No. Nine church.

From Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 15 March 1926

Stanley, March 14 - Aldro McDonald, 78, died today at his home in this village. He was a lifelong resident of Stanley. He leaves a son, Frank McDonald of Stanley; seven daughters, Mrs. Laura Gardner of Rochester, Mrs. W. H. Leach of Rochester, Mrs. W. H. Cleveland of Clawson, Mich., Mrs. Lars Jorgensen of Stanley and Miss Bertha McDonald of Stanley. Funeral on Wednesday from the home. Burial in Number Nine Cemetery.

From Naples Record 2 January 1875

Rushville - Mrs. Augusta McDonald, widow of Oscar McDonald, died at her residence near this village on Tuesday, Dec. 22nd, of consumption, aged 40 years. This event is truly affecting one; her husband died less than a year ago, and she leaves two children of tender age.

From Ontario County Journal 29 June 1894

Rushville, N. Y. - Benjamin McDonald, an old resident of this place, died at his home on Gilbert street last Saturday. The deceased was a prominent member of the M. E. church and a much respected citizen. The funeral services were held at both the house and church on Tuesday. A widow and two daughters mourn their loss.

From Geneva Daily Times 1 October 1923

Bernard F. McDonald, aged 49 years, died suddenly yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James McDonald, of heart failure. Mr. McDonald sent his son to the grocery store on an errand and when the lad came home his father was sitting on the bed. Almost immediately he fell over and Dr. Bond was sent for, but arrived too late to do anything, Mr. McDonald dying soon after. Mr. McDonald has had a long military career, having been in the service of the United States for nine and one-half years. The first 8 years he was with the Marines. He spent two years in China, was three years in the Phillipine Islands, two years on the sea. He was in Mexico with the Marines when they took the custom house at Vera Cruz. He was shot in the arm and was in the hospital there for six months. He was also in South America for some time. Later he left the Marines and enlisted for the World War, spending a year and a half in New York, then was transferred to Fort Niagara. From there he got his honorable discharge. He was made Sergeant while with the Regular Marines. During the last war he with the infantry, but did not get across.

Mr. McDonald is survived by his wife, two sons, James and Bernard, of this city; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James McDonald; one brother, William McDonald of Detroit; two sisters, Miss Nellie McDonald of this city and Mrs. William Hoffman of Buffalo. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 o'clock at the home and at 9 o'clock at St. Stephens Church. The American Legion will have charge of the military part of the service. A firing squad will accompany the body to St. Patrick's Cemetery where a salute will be fired and Sergeant Cummings will sound taps.

From Geneva Gazette 20 October 1899

Died in Geneva, October 18th, of consumption, Frank McDonald, aged about 40 years. He was a member of the Iron Moulders Union and very popular with the brotherhood. He is survived by a widow and several children.

From Ontario County Journal 11 September 1914

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - The death of Mrs. Frank McDonald, aged 50 years, occurred at the Rochester General hospital on Tuesday night, after an illness of 16 weeks. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, Jessie and Grace; two sons, Charles and Harry; two sisters, Mrs. John McDonald of this town and Mrs. William Chamberlain of Rochester; five brothers, Timothy, Michael and Frank Creedon, of Rochester, and Will and Jeremiah, of this town. The funeral will be held at St. Bridget's church this morning.

From Geneva Daily Times 28 December 1943

Fred McDonald, aged 75, of 56 Geneva street, died this morning after a short illness. Surviving are his wife, Ethel Newell McDonald; four daughters, Natlie McDonald of Newark, Mrs. Florence Button of Gibson, Mrs. Mildred Aldrich of Elmira and May McDonald of Rochester; two sons, Roland of Newark and Fred, Jr., of Canandaigua; two brothers, Edward and John McDonald of Corning.

From Ontario County Journal 24 May 1895

Shortsville, N. Y. - Henry McDonald died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Dimick, on Friday evening, of consumption. He was a brother of Mrs. B. D. Mather and Mrs. H. O. Klinck, at whose residence his funeral was held on Sunday afternoon, Rev. C. H. Lester conducting the services.

From Union Springs Advertiser 26 August 1890

Hiram McDonald died at his residence in Shortsville Sunday, August 24th, in the eighty-third year of his age. Mr. McDonald was well-known to many of our citizens. He has been actively identified with out local manufacturing interests in former years, spending a large portion of his life in the building of canal and other large boats and later in the manufacture of steam bent work here; both were very prosperous in their day. His funeral took place Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from his late residence. Interment at Shortsville.

From Ontario Repository & Messenger 8 March 1890

The funeral of Mrs. Horace McDonald, of Canandaigua, a former resident of Gorham, will be held today at her home in Canandaigua.

From Geneva Advertiser Gazette 6 December 1906

James McDonald of Geneva was struck and killed last Friday by an electric car on the Rochester and Eastern, at Spangle street crossing in the town of Hopewell. He stepped off the track when the warning whistle was sounded, and then stepped back again just as the car reached him. He was a plumber, engaged with Emig & Hatmaker. Those who knew him well speak kindly of him.

From Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 23 April 1926

Geneva, N. Y., Apr. 22 - James McDonald, 72, died last night at his home, No. 381 Hamilton street. He leaves his wife, Ellen Kenny McDonald; two daughters, Nettie McDonald and Mrs. William Hoffman, of Buffalo; and a son, William McDonald of Detroit.

From Ontario County Journal 13 April 1877

John McDonald, who resided in Canandaigua some six or seven years ago, was so seriously injured by the accidental discharge of a pistol at Rochester on Saturday last, that he died on the following Monday afternoon. It was first thought there were chances of his recovery, but inflammation set in and he declined rapidly. This is another instance of the foolishness of carrying loaded revolvers.

From Geneva Daily Times 5 June 1931

The death of John T. McDonald of 69 Oak street, who died of heart trouble from excitement as the result of the collision of two automobiles at the intersection of Maxwell avenue and Pleasant street yesterday, will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock from his late residence with the Rev. Raymond H. Huse of the First Methodist church officiating. Burial will be in Sand Hill Cemetery. Mr. McDonald was treasurer of the Sunday School of the Methodist church and had been communion steward of the church for a number of years. He was also a member of the official board. Besides his wife, two daughters and one son, he is survived by two brothers, William F. McDonald of Rochester and Charles D. of Lansing, Mich.; and four grandchildren. Mr. McDonald was in the grocery business for a number of years and was later employed at the Standard Optical Company and Smith's Dry Goods store, retiring from active work two years ago.

From Ontario County Journal 20 October 1905

Rushville, N. Y. - The death of Mrs. Julia A. McDonald occurred at 2 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 25, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William E. Blodget, following a three-months illness. She was a daughter of Deacon Benjamin Watkins and was born on the farm now owned by James DeWitt, where her own mother was born, married and died. She was a faithful member of the Methodist church. She leaves a brother, Moses Watkins; two daughters, Mrs. Blodget and Mrs. David R. Voorhees, all of this place; three grandchildren and ten great-children. The funeral conducted by Rev. A. W. Rice will be held this afternoon at 1 o'clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Blodget. Her husband, Benjamin McDonald, died 11 years ago. The burial took place in Rushville Cemetery.

From Ontario County Times 12 December 1888

Rushville, N. Y. - Died, of heart disease, December 4, at the residence of her son-in-law, Chas. N. James, in Rushville, Mrs. Maria McDonald, aged 59 years. Funeral services were held from the house December 6th. The family have the sympathy of all.

From Victor Herald 1 May 1903

Mary McDonald, widow of James McDonald, died Monday night at the family home near this village, aged 65 years. Mrs. McDonald leaves three sons, John, James and Frank McDonald; and four daughters, Margaret, Mary, Katharine and Anna, all of whom are at home. The funeral will be held from St. Bridget's church, Thursday morning at 10 o'clock.

From Geneva Advertiser 31 December 1914

Mrs. Mary McDonald died at her home on Tillman street last Thursday morning. The funeral service was held on Monday morning from St. Francis de Sales church. The deceased is survived by two sons, James and Frank; one daughter, Catherine; and two sisters, Mrs. Peter Hogan and Mrs. Margaret Hitchcock.

From Naples Record 7 February 1874

Rushville - Died near this village on Sunday morning, Feb. 1st, 1874, of typhoid pneumonia, Oscar McDonald aged 35 years. Mr. McDonald was ill about three weeks, but was not considered dangerous until a few days before his death. He was a man of Industrious habits and highly respected by his neighbors. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn the loss of a devoted husband and affectionate father. The funeral was attended by a large congregation of friends and relatives. Rev. Samuel Parker of Hopewell preached the funeral discourse. His remains were consigned to their final resting place, in the cemetery in this village.

From Ontario County Journal 20 August 1897

Shortsville, N. Y. - Mrs. Phebe McDonald died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. O. Klinck, in this place, on Thursday of last week. Deceased was 84 years of age. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon and were conducted by Rev. C. H. Lester. Interment was in Brookside Cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 19 March 1945

Mrs. Ruth McDonald, widow of the late James McDonald, of 489 Exchange street, died Saturday afternoon at Geneva General Hospital following a short illness. Surviving are one daughter, Miss Betty McDonald of Geneva; two sons, P. F. C. John J. McDonald, serving with the American army in Germany, and James E. of Geneva; one sister, Mrs. Louis Alger of Erie, Pa.; and one brother, George O'Connor of Interlaken. Funeral rites have been set for Tuesday morning at 8:30 at the DeVaney-Foley Funeral Home, and at 9 o'clock at St. Francis de Sales Church. Burial will be made in St. Patrick's cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 21 February 1919

Gorham, N. Y. - Seth McDonald, aged 87 years, after a long illness, died yesterday. He leaves his wife and a daughter, Mrs. Estella White, of this place. The funeral will be held from his late home at the Baptist church at 2 o'clock. Rev. Ford, pastor of the church, will officiate and burial will be in Gorham.

From Geneva Daily Times 1 November 1907

William McDonald, aged 61 years, died at his residence, No. 77 Wadsworth street, at 8:45 o'clock this morning. He is survived by his wife and one sister, Mrs. I. Roberts of Syracuse. Burial St. Patrick's Cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 9 March 1917

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - William McDonald, one of the oldest residents in town, died at the home of his son, Frank McDonald, on March 1. He had been born in County Cork, Ireland, 90 years ago, and is survived by a son, Frank McDonald, of this town; and three grandchildren. The funeral was held on Monday from St. Bridget's church, where services were conducted by Rev. P. A. Neville. Interment was made in the Catholic cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 27 September 1878

Victor, N. Y. - Mrs. Anna McDonnel departed this life Friday morning, Sept. 20th, aged 40 years. Funeral services were held at St. Bridget's Sunday, Sept. 22nd, Rev. Wm. Hughes officiating.

From Geneva Daily Times 1 December 1906

James P. McDonnell, of Hamilton street, was struck and instantly killed by a car on the Rochester and Eastern Rapid Railway last night. The accident occurred between Hopewell and Spangle street crossing at about 11:20 o'clock. The man was struck by Car No. 1 in charge of Motorman D. M. Rhodes. The motorman saw McDonnell on the track walking toward Canandaigua. He sounded the warning signal and the man stepped from the track. At the point where the accident took place there is a rather deep ditch along side the track and as McDonnell stepped from the track he apparently went into this ditch and in trying to recover his balance was thrown back over toward the track, for as the car approached, he fell almost directly in front of it. It was only a second from the time the warning signal had been given until the car was at the place where the man had been seen and so as he fell back on the track the car was upon him. The car was stopped immediately and then it was found that McDonnell had been struck in the right temple and killed instantly. Coroner Warner of Canandaigua was notified. The coroner left on a special car and had the body removed to the Case & Brady undertaking rooms in Canandaigua. McDonnell was identified by papers found in his pocket. The remains were brought here this morning.

The only mystery in regard to the affair is as to how McDonnell got to the spot where he met his death. He was employed as a plumber at the shop of Emig and Hatmaker and worked as usual yesterday. In conversation with one of his companions yesterday afternoon, he stated that he intended going to Canandaigua in the evening. It was known that he frequently visited friends in Canandaigua and as he did not state that there was any particular reason for his going last evening, the men thought little of the matter. This morning when they came to work they received the first news of his death. He was a general favorite with the men and the news came not only as a surprise but as a shock. The impression among the men was that he had a ticket for the trip and thought that it was a ticket for Canandaigua until after he was on the car, an that he either got off at Seneca Castle or was put off the car and then started to walk to Canandaigua expecting to return on the last car. No one who had seen him after eight o'clock could be found this morning and just how he came to be on the track at the point of the accident will probably not be known until after the coroner's inquest. Another theory which is advanced is that McDonnell had several friends who lived in the vicinity of Seneca Castle and that he stopped off to visit them during the early part of the evening and that he was on his way to one of the railroad crossings in order to get a car either back to Canandaigua or Geneva. A duplex ticket from Seneca Castle to Geneva was found in one of his pockets. Burial St. Patrick's Cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 19 January 1910

The funeral of Charles H. McDonough will take place tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock from the home of his sister, No. 113 Hamilton street, and at 9:30 o'clock from St. Stephen's church. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 6 February 1905

Mrs. Mary McDonough of 22 Elm street, died at 7:30 o'clock Saturday evening, aged 85 years. She is survived by one son, Philip McDonough, with whom she made her home. She had been a resident of Geneva for forty-seven years. The funeral will be held at 8:30 o'clock tomorrow morning from the house and at 9 o'clock from St. Francis de Sales church. Interment will be in St. Patrick's cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 20 February 1897

Died at his home at 113 Hamilton street this city, Michael McDonough, aged 71 years and 9 months. Eleven weeks ago Mr. McDonough was taken sick with malaria fever which was followed by stomach trouble from which he suffered until death relieved him at the hour of 7 o'clock this morning. Deceased was born in Carlo, county Wielo, Ireland. He was one of the oldest residents in Geneva having lived here over forty years. By occupation he was a merchant tailor. He carried on his business here for a number of years. In their sad bereavement the family have the sympathies of all their friends and neighbors. Mr. McDonough is survived by four sons, namely: James S. of Cleveland, Edward, William and Charles of this city, and two daughters, Mary A. McDonough and Susan, wife of Thomas A. Manley of Geneva. Also two brothers, William and James of Hillsdale, Mich. The funeral will take place from St. Francis de Sales church. Burial St. Patrick's Cemetery.

From Geneva Courier 11 April 1883

A Sad Death - Our community was for a third time in a few days grieved to hear of death among our young people. Only one year ago Anna Pearce and Charles McDougal were united in marriage. Last week a child was born to them, and the mother, apparently, approached convalescence. This evidence was of short duration, however, and yesterday morning, at about five o'clock, Mrs. McDougal died. Words can hardly express our sympathy for the afflicted husband and relatives. A fond and loving spirit, gone to its rest, has made a void that years can never fill.

From Geneva Daily Times 20 May 1907

Mrs. Eleanor McDougall, widow of the late George Clinton McDougall, died Saturday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock at her home, No. 122 Lafayette avenue. The deceased was 82 years old, was born in Little Falls in the Mohawk Valley, but has resided in this city ever since she was a young girl. Her health has been exceptionally good for one of her advanced years, but three weeks ago she fell, sustaining a broken hip. It is considered that death was caused by the terrible shock. She is survived by five daughters, Mrs. L. Cooley, Miss Ella McDougall, Mrs. J. H. Hitchcox and Mrs. William McCaw of this city; and Mrs. S. F. Gascoigne, of New York; one son, C. W. McDougall, of this city; and three sisters, Mrs. Charles Clarke and Mrs. D. Flower, of this city, and Mrs. M. Ackley of Canisteo. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3 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 Geneva Daily Times 18 February 1907

Mrs. Jennie McElroy, aged 53 years, died yesterday morning at 11:15 o'clock at her home, No. 303 Exchange street. She has been ill for about a week with gastritis. She is survived by her husband, John McElroy, two sons, John and Peter, one daughter, Mrs. James Riley; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Fitzgerald of Chicago, and Mrs. Margaret Magner of Trumansburg; three brothers, Peter Manning of Trumansburg, George Manning of Interlaken, and Henry Manning of Chicago. The remains will be taken to Trumansburg Wednesday morning at 8:45 o'clock for burial.

From Geneva Daily Times 9 January 1911

Mrs. Nellie E. McElroy, wife of John McElroy, died this morning at 11:30 o'clock at the City Hospital. The remains were taken to the family residence, No. 36 Jefferson avenue, this afternoon. Besides her husband, she leaves one daughter, Lala, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kenny, and two brothers, John and Daniel Kenny.

From Ontario County Journal 28 April 1882

Mr. James McEnally, a long-time respected citizen of Canandaigua, died very suddenly at his residence on Gorham street last Monday evening, at the age of about 73 years. He went upon the discharge of his usual duties as senior clerk at the Northern Central freight office last Monday morning. Feeling unwell, he returned to his home at about 11 a.m., and a physician was called, but he failed rapidly and sank away to rest at 9:30 in the evening. Mr. McEnally was a pure and blameless man, very retiring in his disposition and habits, cheerful and pleasant in all his acts and conversation. Possessing these commendable traits, it is not strange that he was so generally respected, enjoying the confidence and good will of all who knew him. He was an upright and honored member of the Masonic fraternity, and one of the oldest members of Canandaigua Lodge No. 294. He was initiated in the first degree in this Lodge August 21st, 1854, and was passed and raised September 11th of the same year. His application for membership was presented on the same day with that of Dr. W. T. Swart, of this place. He was a regular attendant and active member, manifesting great interest in the Masonic work, literature and history, and was held in high veneration by the craft. He was Chaplain of the Lodge at the time of his death. His funeral was attended at St. John's Church at 3:.0 o'clock yesterday afternoon, where the beautiful service of that church was observed. From the church the Masonic fraternity took charge, and the subsequent proceeding was in accordance with the solemn and impressive Masonic ceremonies, and the remains were laid away to rest by the brethren with whom he had for so many years held not only social, but fraternal Masonic intercourse. Peace be to his ashes.

From Geneva Daily Times 2 February 1898

The funeral of John McEwan, who died Monday, aged 35 years, will take place from the house at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon, and at 2:30 from Trinity church. Rev. Dr. Nelson officiating. The pall bearers are: Messrs. A. Thomas, J. McIntosh, J. Fee, C. Dixon, E. Robinson and S. Taylor. The deceased, who was single, is survived by his mother, Mrs. S. McEwan, two sisters, Mrs. Phillips, and Miss Susan McEwan, and seven brothers, Peter, Edward, Joseph, Daniel, James, George and Ernest. Mr. McEwan was well known in Geneva, and had a large circle of acquaintances, being a member of the Odd Fellows. He was enrolled with the Ontario encampment and the Rebecca lodge, which bodies will follow the remains to the burial.

From Geneva Daily Times 7 May 1900

William McFadden died at the family residence, 165 Pulteney street, at 7 o'clock yesterday morning, aged 27 years. The deceased is survived by a wife and one child. Mr. McFadden came to this city from Lockport, N. Y. almost four years ago. He was a printer and was at one time employed in the composing of the Daily Times. During the war with Spain, he enlisted for service with the then company B, on the occasion of the visit of Sergt. Gasper to this city for recruits. On his return from Camp Alger, McFadden received an honorable discharge. Since his return from camp, he had not been well, and of late the decline had been rapid. He was compelled to give up work some weeks ago, and failed until yesterday, when death came. The funeral will take place from St. Francis de Sales church at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning and will be military in character. There will be a military escort, consisting of a corporal guard of eight men. This will be sounded at the grave in St. Patrick's cemetery.

From Naples Record 5 May 1882

Canadice, N. Y. - Joseph McFarland died on Sunday, April 23rd, in the 69th year of his age, and his funeral services were held at the M. E. Church, on the 25th inst., Rev. T. Jolly officiating. Mr. McFarland was born in Chemung Co., N. Y., in 1813, and in childhood he came to Springwater, where he resided until eighteen years of age, since which time he has lived in different localities, and but recently removed from Victor to Canadice, where he lived with his son-in-law, Wm. Strong, who bought the Dalrymple farm. Mr. McFarland embraced Christianity in early life, and has long been a member of the Wesleyan Methodist church, and has always maintained an earnest Christian character. He had been twice married, and survived both of his companions; was the father of seven children, but three of whom are living. His mother is still living, at the advanced age of nearly ninety years.

From Ontario County Journal 9 August 1912

The death of Mrs. Annie Wilson McFeggan, wife of James McFeggan, occurred yesterday morning at her home on Gibson street after a long illness, aged 79 years. Besides her husband, she leaves one son, John, of Buffalo; a sister, Mrs. James Henderson of Corning; and a step-daughter, Mrs. Frances Burke of Canandaigua. The funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. G. E. Merriam, supply pastor of the Congregational church will officiate. Interment will be at Woodlawn.

From Geneva Courier 18 February 1874

In this village February 16th, 1874, George McFeggan, Sen., in the 70th year of his age. Mr. McFeggan was born in Scotland in the year 1804, Sept. 25th. He has been in the employ of the N. Y. C. R. R. Company since the year 1841, and has been Ticket Agent at this station since May 1st, 1844. He leaves a wife and four children to mourn his loss.

He was a man universally beloved and respected for his honesty and integrity--not only by his employees but by the community at large. A long intimate acquaintance of nearly 30 years, prompted me to bear record to his great moral worth. While I am not in the habit of apologizing for the dead, nor flattering the living, a sense of duty and respect for my deceased friend is my only apology. The deceased was a member of the Masonic and Odd Fellows Order, in both of which he held an honorable position; and his loss will be deeply felt. The funeral will take place on Thursday next, Feb. 19th, at his late residence on Lewis Street, at 2:30 o'clock, and at the Second Presbyterian Church at 3 o'clock. The friends of the family are requested to attend. An Old Friend.

From Geneva Gazette 8 December 1876

The venerable widow of the late George McFeggan, the well-known ticket agent at Geneva for many years, has joined her departed husband in another and better sphere. She died on Monday last, and her funeral took place on Wednesday following.

From Ontario County Journal 23 May 1913

In the death of James McFeggan, who died from general debility at his home on Gibson street last Saturday, one of the survivors of the coterie of men who were with the New York Central railroad in its early days, was removed. Mr. McFeggan quit railroading June 1, 1892, after a continuous service of 45 years in various capacities, since which time he had resided in this village and vicinity. He was born in Beauharnois, Lower Canada, March 28, 1829. When a mere lad he went to Ogdensburg and saw something of the Patriot war of 1837-38. He began the railroad life in 1847, in the humble capacity of assisting in the grading for the first "T" rail laid between Geneva and Canandaigua on the Auburn road, which was then known as the Auburn and Rochester railroad. Then he became a roadman under William G. Lapham, the company's chief engineer. Later he carried mail between the Geneva post office and the railroad station, besides doing duty at that point as baggage master. A short time afterward when the "main line" went through from Rochester to Syracuse, he was appointed station master at Newark and "broke in" the agents at Palmyra, Lyons, Clyde and Jordan on the direct road. A short time afterward he was appointed agent at Canandaigua and held that position for nine years. Dean Richmond then appointed him agent at Suspension Bridge and he was there for 16 years. In 1880 he was made general western freight agent for the company with headquarters in Buffalo. He gave this place up in 1892 on account of ill health and retired to his farm here.

Mr. McFeggan was a prominent and useful member of the Masonic order. He was master of Canandaigua lodge for six years and of Frontier lodge at Niagara Falls for a like period. He was a charter member and past high priest of Chapter No. 200 at the Falls, and a member of Monroe Commander, Knight Templars, of Rochester. While at Suspension Bridge, he was frequently urged to accept public office, but the only position he ever took was a place on the board of education. He was a member of the Congregational church in this village. Mr. McFeggan's wife died last August. His survivors are one son, John McFeggan of Buffalo; one daughter, Mrs. Francis A. Burke of this city; and one brother, George McFeggan of Buffalo, a former resident here and for many years a railroad engineer. Rev. Livingston L. Taylor officiated at the funeral services on Monday afternoon and the interment was in Woodlawn.

From Ontario County Journal 1 January 1897

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Henry McGarey, aged 72 years, died at his home on Tuesday evening of heart failure. The funeral services will be held at St. Bridget's church this (Friday) morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. Father Garvey officiating.

From Ontario County Journal 9 April 1886

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Mrs. James McGarey died very suddenly Thursday morning, April 1st. Funeral services were held on Saturday at St. Bridget's, Rev. Wm. Hughes officiating.

From Ontario County Journal 21 November 1913

The death of Thomas C. McGarry, aged 46, occurred Sunday at his home on West Gibson street, following a long illness. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Misses Margaret and Catherine; four sisters and two brothers, Mrs. James Parrell, Miss Catherine McGarry and John McGarry, of Canandaigua, Mrs. James Lawler and Timothy McGarry of Macedon, and Mrs. George Bush of Syracuse. The funeral services were held at St. Mary's Church on Wednesday morning. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery. The bearers were John Fennell of Canandaigua, Timothy McGarry of Corning, Edward McGarry of Syracuse, Vincent Lawler of Fairport, Bernard Quinn of Macedon and Francis Kelleher of Shortsville.

From Ontario County Journal 1 April 1898

Shortsville, N. Y. - The death of Mrs. Catherine McGary, one of Shortsville's oldest residents, occurred on Monday at her home in this village. She had reached the advanced age of 80 years. The funeral obsequies were held on Thursday at St. Dominic's church. The deceased leaves one son, John, of this place.

From Ontario County Journal 28 January 1898

On Saturday evening, shortly after six o'clock, as an electric car in charge of Motorman John Benner, was approaching Granger street crossing, James McGary was standing about 50 feet ahead near the track. He motioned the car to stop, and as it drew near, he suddenly plunged forward so as to be struck and dragged along. When picked up, it was found he had sustained severe injuries, his left arm being badly mangled and the scalp terribly torn. He was carried to the engine house and Dr. Hallenbeck was summoned. He found it necessary to take 20 stitches in the scalp and 17 in the arm. The unfortunate man was then removed to the home of his son on Granger street where he died on Monday evening.

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - James McGarry, a lifelong resident of this town, was struck by a trolley car at Canandaigua on Saturday evening, which resulted in his death on Monday. The remains were brought here for burial on Thursday morning. Services were held from the St. Bridget's church at 10:30 o'clock.

From Geneva Daily Times 18 September 1906

Shortsville, N. Y. - The funeral of John J. McGarry, a well-known resident of this village, was held from St. Dominic's church, Shortsville, this morning. Interment followed in the Catholic cemetery in Canandaigua. McGarry was a son of the late Charles J. and Catherine Devine McGarry. He was born in and always lived in Shortsville. He was 52 years of age and has been an invalid for over a year. He is survived by his widow and one little son, James, two years of age.

From Geneva Gazette 7 October 1881

Fatal Accident at Shortsville - At Shortsville, Friday evening, occurred a sad accident which resulted in the death of James McGary of that village. Mr. McGary had been in the office of Mr. Brown during the evening assisting him at some writing and left just before the arrival of the freight train which passes that station about midnight. The train was in sight, and Mr. McGary made an attempt to cross the track before it passed. His foot caught between the rails in some way and before he could extricate himself, the train struck him, mutilating him horribly. He died Saturday morning. Mr. McGary was a lawyer by profession, and quite an active and enthusiastic democrat. His age was about 35 years.

From Ontario County Journal 14 June 1889

Last Tuesday afternoon John McGary, who resides in the northern part of the town, came to the village on business, and after indulging in intoxicants to a considerable extent, started for home late in the evening. Early Wednesday morning his lifeless body was found lying beside the road near the residence of H. N. Drake, north of the village, with the lumber wagon box resting across his neck. The team had evidently run away and McGary had fallen under the wagon box as it turned over. The edge of the seat was resting upon his neck. The horses were found a short distance further north where they had apparently been checked by a collision with a telephone pole.

From Canandaigua Chronicle 27 November 1907

Naples, N. Y. - William McGary died on Wednesday, November 20th, after a brief illness from pneumonia and heart complications. Six months ago he came to Naples from East Bloomfield to make an extended visit at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Fanny Woodard, where he died. One son, William, of East Bloomfield came to Naples during his illness and on Thursday he and Mrs. Woodard accompanied the body to East Bloomfield, where on Friday morning the funeral was held at St. Mary's Church. Mr. McGary is survived by several children, two daughters in Rochester, others in Michigan and one, Mrs. George Peck of Belmont, N. Y.

From Shortsville Enterprise 20 October 1911

Farmington, N. Y. - Mrs. Clara McGavern died on Sunday morning, October 8th, after being nearly helpless for a year. she was born in Ireland in 1884, coming to this country with her parents, Thomas and Catherine Dolan, in 1840. She was married to Chas. McGavern in 1865, who was fatally injured by a fall from his wagon about nine years ago. She is survived by two children, Miss Katherine, who has faithfully cared for her, and one son, John C. McGavern. The funeral was held the following Tuesday morning from the Catholic church at Macedon, Rev. M. A. F. Holmes officiating.

From Ontario County Journal 22 November 1907

The death of William McGeary occurred on Wednesday at Naples from heart trouble and pneumonia. The deceased was 83 years of age and the remains were taken to East Bloomfield, where from St. Mary's church the funeral will be held this morning. Mr. McGeary leaves ten children. Burial St. Bridget's cemetery.

From Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 5 September 1929

Geneva, N. Y., Sept. 4 - Mrs. Ilda L. McGee, of 730 South Main Street, widow of James McGee, died at the Geneva General Hospital last night. Death followed a fall suffered at the Pulteney Tea Room of which she was proprietor, two weeks ago. A fracture of the leg was reported at the time but later Mrs. McGee was removed to the hospital. She leaves a daughter, Miss Edna McGee of Geneva. Funeral Friday morning.

From Geneva Daily Times 19 October 1909

Canandaigua - Mrs. Samuel McGerald passed away last night at the home of her mother, Mrs. M. S. Durand, near Cheshire, about four miles southwest of this village, after an illness of about two weeks. Deceased was 77 years of age, and is survived by her husband, Rev. Samuel McGerald; one daughter, Mrs. Merton W. Pierce, of Ridgeway, Pa., and two sons, Arthur D. McGerald of Buffalo, and Willis McGerald of Chicago.

From Ontario County Chronicle 1 June 1904

Yesterday morning occurred the death of Mrs. Mary A. McGinnes at her home on Hubbel street at the age of 86 years. Mrs. McGinnes had been in remarkably good health for a lady of her years until within a week of her death when her physical strength gradually failed and the end came at 2 o'clock Tuesday morning. Mrs. McGinnes was born in Davistown, County Wexford, Ireland, and came to this country when a girl of 25 years, making her home in New York city for several years. For the past 25 years and after the death of her husband, Daniel McGinnes, she resided at Niagara Falls with her oldest child, Mrs. J. E. Devereaux, until she came to Canandaigua with Mr. and Mrs. Devereaux two years ago. The funeral will be held Thursday at 10 a.m., at St. Mary's church.

From Ontario County Journal 28 March 1913

The funeral services of Daniel McGinnis, aged 60 years, whose death occurred on Monday morning, was held from the home of his nephew, William Boylan, on Wednesday afternoon. Death was due to malignant cancer, from which he had had been a long sufferer. Deceased was a mason by trade, and was well-known as a professional entertainer and dancer. He is survived by his wife, who resides in Rochester; two sons, William and Thomas of Canandaigua; and two sisters, Mrs. Ellen Rabb and Miss Jennie McGinnis of Rochester. Interment was in West avenue cemetery.

From Canandaigua Chronicle 27 December 1905

Mrs. Jane King McGinnis died at her home in Clark street Wednesday afternoon after a lingering illness. Mrs. McGinnis was the widow of the late William McGinnis and had long been a resident of this village, being aged 73 years. She is survived by two daughters, Miss Jennie McGinnis of this place, and Mrs. J. S. Raab of Rochester, a stepson, Daniel McGinnis of this village, two sisters, Mrs. Ella Gilbert and Mrs. Margaret Hoff, also of this place. The funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock, Rev. F. P. Harrington officiating.

From Ontario County Chronicle 18 December 1901

William McGinnis, one of the best known residents of Canandaigua, died at his home in Coy street Sunday afternoon, December 15, aged 83 years. Mr. McGinnis had been in failing health for several years but was not dangerously ill until stricken with pneumonia a week before his death. The deceased was for many years a prominent contractor and builder in this village, and was a man who throughout his long business career had the confidence and esteem of every one who knew him. In politics he was a Democrat, and for years served as village and town assessor. Although the township of Canandaigua has always been strongly Republican, Mr. McGinnis was invincible for many years. He was a lifelong member of Canandaigua Lodge, F. & A. M., the members of which society attended the funeral in a body. The Rev. F. G. Jewett, of the Episcopal church, officiated and the interment was in the West Avenue cemetery. The deceased is survived by a widow, one son, Daniel McGinnis, and two daughters, Miss Jennie McGinnis of Canandaigua, and Mrs. Ella Raub of Rochester.

From Ontario County Journal 19 May 1893

Shortsville, N. Y. - Frank McGinty was taken sick last Thursday morning and died about 3 o'clock of the same day in the afternoon. He had been totally blind for the past four months and was a great sufferer. The funeral services were held Saturday morning at 9:30, and the remains taken to Clifton for interment.

From Phelps Citizen 8 January 1880

John Mcginty, son of the late Oliver Mcginty, died of brain disease, Dec. 30th, after an illness of nearly two months.

From Ontario County Journal 24 April 1891

Shortsville, N. Y. - Mr. Manasas McGinty died at his home here Thursday evening of consumption. He had been confined to the house all winter and most of the time to his bed. The funeral was held at the Catholic church Monday morning.

From Ontario County Journal 22 May 1885

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - The community was startled last Friday morning by the announcement that Mrs. Ellen McGlashan was dead. She retired in usual health Thursday night. About daybreak the family were awakened by a scream coming from her room, and before medical aid could be summoned, she expired. The autopsy held Friday revealed the fact that she died of paralysis of the heart, caused by nightmare to which she was subject. The deceased was in her 53d year, and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. She was an earnest worker in the church and Sunday school, and actively engaged in the missionary and temperance work. Her funeral was attended from her late residence on Sunday at 3 p.m. by relatives and friends from Rochester, Buffalo, Canandaigua and Victor. The floral offerings were numerous and beautiful.

From Geneva Daily Times 2 August 1905

Mrs. Ann McGloon, seventy-three years of age, died yesterday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Hitchcock, of No. 195 Exchange street, after a week's illness. The deceased was born in Ireland and came to this country as a child where she has since resided. She is survived by one son, John McGloon, of Chicago; three daughters, Mrs. Frank McDonald, Mrs. Peter Hogan and Mrs. William Hitchcock, all of this city. The funeral will take place Friday morning at 9 o'clock from St. Francis de Sales church. Burial will be in St. Patrick's cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 7 March 1904

The death of John McGloon, another of the older residents of the city, occurred at the family home, No. 29 North street, this morning, after an illness of less than a week. The cause of death was pneumonia. Mr. McGloon was aged sixty-five years. He was born in Ireland and came to this city in 1861, and has been a resident of Geneva ever since. He is survived by his widow, one son, Patrick E., and two daughters, Mary and Margaret, all of this city. The funeral will be held from St. Francis de Sales church Thursday morning at 9:30 o'clock. Burial will be made in St. Patrick's cemetery.

From Geneva Gazette 1 August 1890

The death of Patrick McGloon, one of our oldest adopted citizens, occurred last Saturday. He was 92 years old, and had been a resident of Geneva nearly fifty years.

From Geneva Daily Times 24 April 1907

Patrick E. McGloon, forty-two years of age, died yesterday noon at his home, No. 47 North street. He is survived by a widow and one sister, Mary McGloon, of this city. The funeral will take place at 9:30 o'clock from the house and at 10 o'clock from St. Francis de Sales church. Burial will be in St. Patrick's cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 29 December 1882

On Saturday evening last the police were informed that a drunken man had been seen lying on the landing at the head of the Opera House stairs. Chief Booth, who found the man dead drunk, as he supposed, asked and received assistance of Officer McPhillips and James Rockwell to carry him to the street. He was there placed in a cutter and supported in the seat by Officer McPhillips, taken to the jail. Upon the arrival of the officer with his cadaverous prisoner, Sheriff Bacon discovered that the man was dead, and he was immediately taken to the rooms of O. N. Crane, undertaker. It is a grim joke on the officers, but withal a very sad affair. It appears, from the facts brought out at the inquest held by Coroner Jewett, that the unfortunate man was Hugh McGorry, a farmer of the town of Gorham, aged 58 years. He had some time been addicted to the use of intoxicating liquors, and his family of a wife and several children had become scattered. He had been almost constantly under the influence of liquor for a week before his death. The Coroner's jury rendered a verdict that he came to his death from natural causes, superinduced by the excessive use of alcoholic stimulants.

From Ontario County Journal 11 December 1908

George Frederick McGough died at his home on Fort Hill avenue, on Sunday, from pneumonia, aged 47 years, He had always resided in this village and for the past few years had been employed by the Canandaigua Gas company. He is survived by his wife, two children, one sister, Mrs. George Clark, and two brothers, William of Rochester, and Joseph of Traverse City, Mich. The funeral was held from the home on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. L. L. Taylor officiating. The interment was in Woodlawn.

From Geneva Daily Times 22 January 1916

Clifton Springs, N. Y. - The death of Mrs. John McGovern occurred early yesterday morning in the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Tobin, in Pearl street, where she had made her home for the past three years. She had been in poor health for several years. Mrs. McGovern was born in Ireland 82 years ago and had lived in this country over seventy years. Her husband died twenty-two years ago. For forty years Mrs. McGovern lived on a farm near this village. She leaves four daughters, Mrs. Daniel Sommers and Mrs. William Tobin of Clifton Springs; Mrs. Walter Stapleton of Geneva; and Mrs. Joseph Moinean of Chicago, Ill; and one son, William McGovern. The funeral will be held from St. Felix Catholic church on Monday morning.

From Geneva Daily Times 7 May 1904

St. Francis de Sales church was well filled this morning by the friends of the late Anna McGowan to attend the funeral at 9:30. Burial followed in St. Patrick's cemetery.

From Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 11 February 1922

Canandaigua, Feb. 10 - The death of Mrs. Eliza Orr McGowan occurred at her home in the town of Canandaigua early this morning after a long period of ill health and suffering with a broken hip. Mrs. McGowan was the wife of William McGowan and was 80 years old. She is survived by her husband and an adopted daughter, Mrs. John Burns, of Auburn. A son, an instructor in a Kentucky college, died some time ago. The funeral is to be held from the Kennedy undertaking rooms Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock with Rev. E. J. Kallina, pastor of the local Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burial will be made in Woodlawn cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 11 November 1910

Naples, N. Y. - Many relatives and friends here sorrow over the death of Mrs. Elizabeth McGrady, who died at Clifton Springs on Nov. 3, aged 80 years. She was a long time resident of Naples as the wife of Henry Robinson, and was very much esteemed. Indeed, she had many warm friends, admirers of her good qualities. After the death here of her husband, she married a Mr. McGrady and soon removed to Prattsburgh, where this husband died. Then she went to Seneca Castle to live with a daughter. By marriage to Mr. Robinson, she became aunt to Mrs. W. L. Pottle and to the children of E. S. Lee. The burial was at Seneca Castle, funeral services being held in the Methodist church of which she had long been an active and devout member.

From Geneva Daily Times 25 October 1906

William McGrath, aged 50 years, died this afternoon at one o'clock at the City Hospital. The cause of death was typhoid fever. The remains were removed later to Devaney & Fletcher's undertaking rooms and then taken on the 4:13 train to the home of his brother, Thomas McGrath, No. 86 Clark street, Auburn. Mr. McGrath has been an engineer on the Lehigh Valley Railway for the past fifteen years and has been making his home at the Torrey Park hotel. He is survived by three brothers, John and Thomas of Auburn, and Michael of Union Springs.

From Canandaigua Chronicle 5 Apr 1905

Ionia, N. Y. - The funeral of Daniel McGraw was held on Friday from his late residence at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Neville of the M. E. church officiated. Burial at East Bloomfield. Mr. McGraw had bee a long and patient sufferer with liver trouble and had the sympathy of his friends and neighbors. Besides a widow to whom our sympathy is extended, he leaves one brother and sister who reside in Rochester.

From Ontario County Journal 24 January 1879

Richmond, N. Y. - Mrs. John McGreaevy died Friday, Jan'y third, after an illness of but one week. She was a devout Catholic, consistent in the extreme - an affectionate mother, a faithful wife and a kind, sympathetic neighbor. While an irreparable loss to her family and immediate friends, she will be much missed by the whole community. The burial was of necessity postponed until Tuesday, Jan'y seventh, when the remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery at East Bloomfield.

From Ontario County Times 10 February 1892

Allen's Hill, N. Y. - Died, in Richmond, N. Y., January 30, James McGreevey, aged 68 years. Mr. McGreevey was born in Belfast, County Down, Ireland, 1824. He immigrated to this country in 1849. He married Miss F. Napier in 1854, who died about ten years ago. The only capital Mr. McGreevey possessed when becoming a resident of this town was good health, and an unflinching amount of energy, which enabled him to gain a comfortable competence for his old age. He was ill but a little time, his disease being "LaGrippe." He leaves two sons and one daughter, James McGreevey and Miss Anna of this town, and George McGreevey of Canandaigua.

From Ontario County Journal 14 December 1917

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - Mrs. Rose Ann Flanagan McGreevey passed away at her home on Sunday morning at the advanced age of 87 years. She was born in Killilee, Ireland, in May, 1830, and came to this country and to the town of East Bloomfield when 19 years of age, and had since lived here. She was married to Patrick McGreevey on Christmas day in 1852. Surviving relatives are Mary, of the family home; Rose, of Detroit; Hugh of Mansfield, Ohio, and Will, of Deer Lick, Pa. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at St. Bridget's church, Rev. P. A. Neville officiating.

From Ontario County Times 7 September 1887

Allen's Hill, N. Y. - Mr. John McGreevy died quite suddenly at his home in this place, Saturday, September 2d. He had been out of health for some time, but his death was quite sudden at last, as he had been about as usual up to that time. His funeral will be held today from the Catholic Church at East Bloomfield.

From Ontario County Chronicle 17 February 1904

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - On Wednesday afternoon the body of Thomas McGreevy was brought to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Patrick McGreevy, residing upon Michigan street. Mr. McGreevy had been employed at Springfield, Mass., and had died very suddenly as the last that was heard from him he was in good health. Besides his parents the deceased is survived by one son, Edward, of Rochester; one daughter, Bessie, of Guelph, Canada; three brothers, William of Waynesport, Pa.; Hugh of Seneca Falls; and Patrick of Springfield, Ohio; two sisters, Rose of Boston, Mass., and Mary, who resides here. The funeral was held Thursday morning from St. Bridget's church, Rev. P. A. Neville officiating.

From Geneva Courier 25 June 1879

John McGregor died at his home on West Castle street, Monday 23rd inst. Mr. McGregor during the years of his active business life was engaged as a tanner and currier, and our older citizens will recall his establishment which was situated in the gully and on the banks of Castle Creek in rear of his residence. By diligence and economy he acquired a competence ample for his wants, and twelve or fifteen years since retired from business. Mr. McGregor was a Scotchman by birth, honest and upright in his dealings, and was a good citizen. In his death the Reformed church loses another of its older members.

Mr. McGregor had been in failing health for a year past, but was confined to the house only about four weeks. His age was 82 years. The funeral took place from his late residence this morning. Rev. Mr. Oppie being absent from home Rev Dr. Nelson, of the First Presbyterian church, officiated. A wife, but no children survive him. The interment was made at the Pulteney street cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 5 January 1917

The death of Mrs. Margaret McGregor, aged 59 years, formerly of Canandaigua, occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. M. J. O'Brien, at Seneca Falls on Friday. Besides her daughter, she leaves four sisters, the Misses Catherine and Ann Murphy and Mrs. Alice Lacey, of Canandaigua, and Mrs. Bridget Fluskey of Detroit, Mich. The funeral services were held on Monday. Interment was at Calvary cemetery.

From Ontario County Journal 3 October 1890

East Bloomfield, N. Y. - On Friday, Sept. 26, occurred the death of Robert McGregor, one of the oldest residents in town. His age was 94 years. Funeral services were held at his late residence, on Sunday at 3 o'clock p.m., Rev. P. M. Harman officiating.

From Geneva Daily Times 6 November 1897

The funeral of Mrs. Charles McGuigan, aged 55 years, who died at her home on Pre-emption road yesterday morning at 9:40 o'clock, west of this city, will be held from St. Francis de Sales church Monday morning at 9 o'clock. The deceased is survived by her husband, six sons, Charles, Frank, James, George, Edward and Lewis; and three daughters, Mary, Martha, and Catharine. The deceased was born in Ireland, coming to this country when she was 8 years old, and living in Geneva ever since. Mrs. McGuigan seemed to realize that she was about to die and made her funeral arrangements herself and chose her pall bearers. She will be mourned by a large circle of friends and acquaintances. Burial St. Patrick's Cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 11 October 1895

William McGuigan died at his home on West Avenue last evening at 6 o'clock. The cause of death was consumption. The deceased was 28 years of age and leaves a wife and one child. He had been ailing for a long time and early in the summer went to Salt Lake City, Utah, in hopes of regaining his health. But the seeds of the dread disease had taken root too firmly and he returned several weeks ago none the better for his trip. His death will be sincerely regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances by whom he was held in high esteem. The funeral will be held Monday morning at 9 o'clock from St. Francis de Sales church.

From Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 16 March 1909

Phelps, March 15 - The death of Mrs. Felix McGuire occurred Saturday morning at her home on South Wayne street, following an illness of several weeks. Mrs. McGuire was a native of Ireland and was born in County Galway sixty-seven years ago. She came to this country in early youth and for the past forty-nine years had made her home in Phelps. Surviving relatives are her husband, one son, William McGuire and one daughter, Mrs. David Keleher, all of Phelps.

From Phelps Citizen 26 January 1911

Felix McGuire died at his home on South Wayne street Sunday morning following an illness of influenza. Mr. McGuire was born in County Fermora, Ireland, July 1st 1840, and came to this country when a young man, locating in this town where he has since resided, surrounded by a host of friends. He is survived by one son, William McGuire; also a daughter, Mrs. David Kelleher, with whom he resided. The funeral services were held in St. Francis church yesterday morning and interment was made in St. Francis cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 26 October 1904

Mrs. James McGuire, thirty-five years of age, died at 9:30 o'clock last night at the home of her sister, Mrs. W. H. Riley of No. 42 John street. The deceased, whose home is in Seneca Falls, came to visit her sister Sunday. In the evening she was taken with acute stomach trouble, which resulted in her death. The deceased was born in this city and lived here until she was married seven years ago. Besides her husband she is survived by a son, daughter, two brothers, John and D. F. Murphy; two sisters, Mrs. W. H. Riley and Mrs. T. C. Campbell, all of this city. The funeral will take place at 9 o'clock Friday morning from St. Francis de Sales church. Burial will be in St. Patrick's cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 24 January 1911

Phelps, N. Y. - The death of Phillip McGuire, a resident of the village of Phelps for the past half century, occurred Sunday night at his home on South Wayne street. His death was due to a general breaking down of the system. Mr. McGuire was born in County Fermore, Ireland, and came to this country at an early age. His wife died two years ago. Surviving relatives are a son, William McGuire, and daughter, Mrs. David Keleher, both of this place. The funeral will be held at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning at St. Francis Catholic church and the services will be conducted by the pastor, Rev. M. LT. Madden. Burial will be at the Phelps cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 4 December 1920

Mrs. Delphine McGuirl, widow of the late Hugh McGuirl, of No. 102 East North Street, died last night at the Geneva City Hospital, where she was taken Thursday night for an operation. Mrs. McGuirl leaves two daughters, Misses Minnie J. and Florence F. McGuirl, and four sons, William P. McGuirl, E. Herbert McGuirl, supervisor of the third supervisor district, Thomas B. McGuirl and Lawrence J. McGuirl of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Albert Webster of this city and Mrs. Louis Martineau of Valley Field, Quebec, Canada; and two brothers, Joseph Sawyer of Buffalo and Alexander Sawyer of Salem, Mass. Mrs. McGuirl was a member of the Rosary society of St. Francis de Sales church. The funeral will be held Monday morning at 8:30 o'clock at her home and at 9 o'clock at St. Francis deSales church, Burial will be made in Glenwood Cemetery.

From Geneva Daily Times 11 April 1912

Hugh McGuirl, aged 67 years, died at his home, No. 102 East North street, at 5:30 o'clock last evening after an illness of several weeks with heart disease. Mr. McGuirl had been connected with the Health Department of the city for the past twelve years. In 1900 he was appointed by Mayor A. H. Herendeen as commissioner of the Board of Health and was reappointed by Mayor Licht in 1905 and by Mayor O'Malley in 1910. He was president of the Board four years, in 1900, in 1901, 1907 and in 1911, serving from May to October 1911, when he resigned and was appointed by the board as health inspector, which position he held at the time of his death. The deceased was a member of Ark Lodge, F. & A. M., and was a charter member of the Iron Moulders Union No. 109. He leaves his widow; four sons, William, Hugh, Jr., Thomas M. and Lawrence J; two daughters, Minnie and Florence; three brothers, John of Moosomin, Canada; Thomas of Ottawa; Miles J. of Detroit; three sisters, Mrs. Henry Smith of Kingston, Canada, Mrs. Joseph Kilpatrick of Moosomin, Canada, and Mrs. Herbert Burnett of Watertown.

From Caledonia Advertiser 8 October 1925

Mrs. Margaret McGurk died at her home in Shortsville on Monday, October 5, 1925, aged 41 years. Mrs. McGurk was born in Fingal, Canada, a daughter of Anthony and Margaret McDearmed Scott. The death of her parents took place when she was five years of age. At that time, a relative of theirs, Miss Margaret McNaughton of this village adopted the little girl and she took the name of McNaughton. Her early life was spent here and her marriage to James McGurk also took place here, where they lived until their removal to Shortsville about thirty years ago. Mrs. McGurk had many friends who regret her passing. Death was caused by rheumatism and heart disease. She leaves her husband, James McGurk of Bellington, Wash.; three daughters, Mrs. Leon B. Beach of East Rochester, Mrs. C. A. Bishop of Cleveland, O., and Mrs. Karl A. Piper of Alhambra, Calif.; six sons, James F. and George McGurk of Shortsville, and Ralph K. and O. Scott of East Rochester; Robert and Donald McGurk; five grand-children. Burial in Brookside Cemetery.

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