Sandford, Sarah

Roman Citizen
May 11, 1866

SANDFORD - At Delta, Oneida county, New York, on the morning of May 5, 1866, Mrs. Sarah Sandford, wife of Aaron Sandford, and mother of D.G. Drummond, aged 69 years

Schermerhorn, Lucy E.

Rome Sentinel
November 28, 1927

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Wiggins Company's funeral parlors for Mrs. Lucy E. Schermerhorn who died at Worthington, Mass., November 24. The remains arrived here Saturday accompained by her son, Dr. Rubin Robertson. The daughters of Liberty attended the services in a body and conducted their ritual. Rev. Phillip H. Cole, DD, pastor o the First Presbyterian Church, officiated at the services. The profusion of floral pieces included offerings from the Daughters of Liberty, relatives and friends. Interment was made at Evergreen Cemetery.

Scothon, Phineas

Rome Sentinel
April 14, 1879

Phineas Scothon, aged 73 years, died suddenly on Saturday at 1 am of Pleuro pneumonia. he was a miller by trade and was known as an upright man. We know of no man who would be missed more than the departed. he leaves a wife, son and two daughters. The funeral will be held at his late residence to day. rev. H. H. Peabody of Rome is expected to officiate. The remains will be deposited in the Lee Corners Cemetery.

Sexton, Alvaro D.

Roman Citizen
December 17, 1886

Alvaro D. Sexton, of Alexandria, Minn., died at the home of his brother-in-law, Jay Barnard, of this city on Sunday, aged 35 years. He had been ill for some time of a nervous disease and had come here a few weeks since hoping to received benefit from the change. The fatigue of the journey, however, proved too much for him and he gradually failed until death came t him. He was a native of Lee and leaves a mother, three brothers and six sisters.

Sexton, Mrs. Henry

Rome Sentinel
August 5, 1872

Lee Center Notes - A bride of six weeks was buried yesterday. Henry Sexton has lost his second wife, after being married six weeks or thereabouts. Henry is a son of Wells D. Sexton, and his wife the daughter of Ira J. Hall. Henry is a young man. Yet such is life.

Sexton, Wells D.

Roman Citizen
February 2, 1877

Lee Center Items - Mrs. Wells D. Sexton, a few weeks ago, made his daughter, Mrs. Merritt Spenning, a visit in Maryland. On starting for home he slipped and fell as he was getting into the car, but did not feel injured enough to prevent his continuing his journey home. He arrived at home about one week ago, and yesterday at 4 pm died. Other particulars have not come to my knowledge. He was about 70 years old.

Seymour, Mary Louisa

Rome Sentinel
August 30, 1901

Delta - Mrs. Mary Louisa Seymour died in this place Thursday afternoon, August 29, age 76 years. She had been sick only since last Saturday and sat up on Monday. She was housekeeper for David B. Davis for 3 years and continued to reside with his son, William W. Davis, since his father died last November. She had lived in Delta for the past 25 to 30 years and was respected by all who knew her. Mrs. Seymour was twice married. She leaves 1 son whose whereabouts are unknown.

Shaver, Charles

Rome Sentinel
April 20, 1917

Deansboro - Charles Shaver, 60, died at 7:35 o’clock this morning after an illness of four days due to pneumonia.

Mr. Shaver was born in Lee and was well known as a farmer in that locality and here. His wife was formerly Miss Hannah Alberta Reveley of Verona. They lived for a number of years on the Wolcott farm, between Lee Center and West Branch, and later occupied a farm on the road between Lee Center and Stokes, coming to this village about 21 years ago.

Surviving besides the widow are two sons and one daughter, William Shaver of Deansboro, Clark Shaver of Utica and Mrs. Nellie Cole of this village.

Shaver, Henry

Rome Sentinel
December 26, 1902

West Branch, December 26 - Henry Shaver, who died recently in this village, was born in 1842 in Turin, Lewis County. When 6 years of age he came to West Branch with his parents and settled on the farm where he lived the greter portion of his life and where he passed away. In the year 1883 he was united in marriage to Miss Rose Houser. Three children were born to them. He was well known throughout the community as a farmer and a man of sterling worth. There survive his wife and three children, Pearl E., George H., and Otis E., all of this place, and two sisters, Mrs. D.T.Williams and Mrs. George W. Smith, and one aunt, Mrs. O. C. Myers of Stokes.

Shaver, Jacob

Rome Sentinel
March 21, 1896

Jacob Shaver, who resides near West Branch, died Sunday, aged 85 years. He was one of the oldest residents of the town of Lee, and was a descendant of the Mohawk Dutch stock. He was highly esteemed. He leaves a son, Henry Shaver, also of Lee.

Shaver, Rosa Houser

Rome Sentinel
July 10, 1950

Mrs. Rosa Houser Shaver, 90, of 713 W. Bloomfield St., died yesterday in Rome Hospital. A resident of Rome for 45 years, she was born May 14, 1860, in West Branch, daughter of Jeremiah and Catherine Butch Houser. She married Henry Shaver June 4, 1883 in Lee Center by the Rev. Simpson, then pastor of the Methodist Church. Mr. Shaver died Dec. 21, 1902 in West Branch. Surviving are one daughter Mrs. Clarence Dingman, Rome, with whom she made her home, two sons, George H., Vernon, and Otis , Phoenix, Arizona, a sister, Mrs. Joseph Durr, Utica, a brother, Mr. Augusta Houser.

Shaver, Susannah

Rome Sentinel
November 5, 1890

Lee Centre, Nov. 5 - Mrs. Susannah Shaver, aged 72, wife of Jacob Shaver, died at her home near West Branch on Oct. 31, after only a few days illness with typhoid pneumonia. She leaves a husband, one son, Henry Shaver of West Branch, and three daughters, Mrs. Daniel Williams of Utica, Mrs.Judson Daniels and Mrs. George Smith of West Branch; also three brothers, James Lindsley of West Branch, Oliver Lindsley of Montague and Jarvis Lindsley of Leyden, and four sisters, Mrs. Emily Munson of Rochester, Minnesota, Miss Melissa Hill of Houseville, Lewis County, and Mrs. Mary Shepherd of Chicago. The deceased was a devoted wife and mother, and will be greatly missed by a large circle of friends. It is the first time the family circle has been broken, and the friends have the sympathy of the entire community. The funeral was held at the house on Monday at eleven o'clock, Rev. H. A. Harriss of Rome officiating, assisted by Rev. B.Jones of West Branch.

Shaver, Zachariah

Roman Citizen
April 26, 1872

SHAVER - Passed from Earth's life, on Sunday, April 21, 1872, at 5 o'clock P.M. Mr. Zackariam Shaver, aged 81 years and 7 months.

Rome Sentinel
April 30, 1872

Lee Center Notes: The funeral of Mr. Zachariah Shaver is attended today at this place. He died Sunday at 5 o'clock pm, age 81 years 7 mos.

Sheldon, George J.

Rome Sentinel
October 11, 1926

On Saturday, October 9, 1926, at Lee, George J. Sheldon, aged 70 years.

George J. Sheldon, well known and highly respected citizen passed away Saturday afternoon after a long illness. He sustained a fall last March and since that time had been in poor health. George J. Sheldon was born in the town of Lee, June 2, 1856, son of the late Mr. & Mrs. William Sheldon. He had always resided here with the exception of ten years, three of which he lived in Iowa, and 7 years in Rome. He was a carpenter by occupation. He was a member of the Lee M. E. Church and had been affiliated with Baron Steuben Lodge No. 264, F. & A. M. for 35 years. In 1884 he was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth Hyde of this place. Mr. Sheldon brought up two boys, George H. Wright who now resides in Schenecady and Paul Hyde, whose home is in Detroit, Michigan. Surviving besides his wife is a niece, Mrs. Emeritt Snyder of Rome and a nephew, John W. Fuller of Buffalo. Funeral services will be held from his late home Tuesday

Sly, Frank J.

Rome Sentinel
August 31, 1928

Frank J. Sly, 65, one of the most prominent farmers in the town of Rome, died suddenly Thursday afternoon while milking on his farm on Turin Road just outside the city limits. Dr. H. F. Hubbard, coroner, declared death due to heart disease. Mr. Sly with his son Burton, were doing the evening chores and the father had milked four cows and was engaged with the fifth when he toppled from the milk stool. His son, milking across the aisle, ran to his aid. Mr. Sly was unable to speak and Burton ran to the house to notify his mother and when they returned the father and husband was dead. The sudden death came as a heavy shock not only to his family but to the neighbors and his many friends in this city, as Mr. Sly had been in the enjoyment of his usual good health. During the week he had carried out his usual work on the farm and had helped in threshing. Mr. Sly was the son of the late Julius and Harriet Robbins Sly and was born on the Sly homestead in the town of Lee, August 11, 1863. He had been a resident of Oneida county during his entire life, his early years being spent in Lee and Western. For the past 12 years he had lived on the farm where he died, moving there from this city. He was married to Fannie H. Walsworth at the Walsworth home in the village of Delta on January 17, 1884.

Slone, Melissa Willson

Rome Sentinel
May 19, 1939

Lee Center - Mrs. Melissa Willson Slone, wife of Henry Slone, passed away at her home at Moravia Wednesday. Funeral services will be held at her home Saturday and committal services will be held at Lee Valley Cemery. Homer Willson, who lives on the Point Rock Road, is a brother of Mrs. Slone. Mr. & Mrs. Slone were former residents of this village and their many friends are sorry to hear of her death.

Smith, Alfred O.

Rome Sentinel
October 14, 1912

Holley - Alfred O. Smith died suddenly on Friday, aged 71 years, Thursday afternoon about 2 o'clock. Mr. Smith was stricken with apoplexy while working at the Genesee Fruit and Produce Company plant in this village. He was one of Holley's best known and most highly esteemed citizens. he was born on September 23, 1841 in the town of Lee, Oneida County. He spent the most of his life int he city of Rome, where fore many years he was connected with a wholesale grocery business.

He joined Battery H Third New York Light Artillery, October 1862, and was mustered out July 1865. He took part in the second battle of Bull Run and in the battles of Antietam and Missionary Ridge, in all 28 engagements. During the battle of Missionary Ridge, he received a bullet wound in the leg, which resulted in a lameness the res tof his life. He was a charter member of Skillin ost, GAR, of the city of Rome. One April 21, 1866 he was united in marriage with Laura W. Wiker of Forestport, Oneida county. He moved to Holley about 27 eyars ago and had been engaged in the carpentry business and real estate and for many years was collection agent for the National Harvester Company. For four years he served as justice of the peace, in this village. BVesides his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Hugh Webster, Mrs. Fred Putnam and Miss Agnes Smith, all of this village; three sons, George of this vilage, Vernon C. of Syraucse, and Gordon L. of Oneida, and ten grandchildren.

Smith, Casimer

Jan. 14, 1912

The remains of Casimer Smith, who recently died in Boston, Mass, were brought to the home of his brother, C. D. Smith, near Delta, on Sunday morning, accompanied by Mrs. Smith and Frank J. Sly, the latter a brother-in-law of Mr. Smith. The funeral was held at 2 PM on Sunday, with Rev. George Dermott, pastor of the Methodist Church of Lee Center, who had officiated at the funeral of Mr. Smith’s wife on Jan. 3, conducted the service.

There were a number of very handsome floral tributes, among them one very large one from the employes of the Westman Manufacturing Company of Boston, of whose plant Mr. Smith had been superintendent for many years. The interment was made in Evergreen cemetery, with F. J. Sly and Alone Brodock of Lee, F. F. Lorin of Westmoreland, and R. B. Nisbet of Rome acting as bearers.

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Smith, Dewitt Clinton

Rome Sentinel
October 17, 1921

Dewitt Clinton Smith died at his home, 817 Floyd Ave, at 5:30 o'clock this morning. He sufferd a stroke of apoplexy at his home ten days ago and had gradually failed until the end came. he was born in the town of Trenton January 22, 1954, being in his 68th year. he was a son of the late Mr. & Mrs. John H. Smith, and was one of a family of twelve, of whom but three survive. When Mr. Smith was six years old the family went to the town of Lee to live where the father was engaged in farming. The son assisted the father, going to school winters, receiving his education in the Lee Center Union School and the Rome Free Academy. After securing his education he taught school for some time in the town of Lee. Later he engaged in the mercantile business at Point Rock in the town of Lee, successfully conducting it for 25 years. he served the town of Lee with credit as a member of the Board of Supervisors and in the fall of 1899 he was elected to the office of superintendent of the poor of Oneida county, assuming charge of Oneida County Home and farm on January 1, 1900. his excellent management of affairs at the home during his first term of three years won for him a re-election and he served the second term of three years with great credit. At the conclusion of his six years at the County Home, Mr. Smith had the family residence at 817 Floyd Ave built and then entered into partnership with Fred Canwell in the feed business, continuing until about six years ago, when he retired. he was married twice. His first wife was Lillian Yarwood of West Branch, whom he married about 45 years ago. She lived only six months, her death occuring at West Branch. In November, 1879, he married Carrie May LeSuer, who survives with two daughters, Mrs. Jennie Craver at home, Mrs. E. G. MacFarland, Utica, two grandsons, Gene and Erwin Clinton MacFarland, Utica, two brothers, Frank H. Smith, superintendent of Rome Cemetery, and Jerome H. Smith, Lake Delta, and a sister, Mrs. Marion Bushnell, Rome. Mr. Smith attended the Universalist Church and was a member of Baron Steuben Lodge, No. 264, F.& AM, Lee Center. He was a sterling citizen, upright in all his dealings and loyal to his friends of whom he had a legion.

Smith, Elizabeth Sly

Delta, Jan. 2 (1912) - Word has been received here of the death of Elizabeth Sly, wife of Cassimir W. Smith, who died on Sunday at her home in Boston. She was born in Delta 60 years ago last August, and lived there till her marriage with Mr. Smith on march 11, 1872, when they went to Norwich, Conn. and from there to Boston. Besides her husband she is survived by two brothers, E. R. Sly of Rome and Frank J. Sly of Delta, and one sister, Mrs. Fred F. Lorin of Westmoreland. The body will be brought here and the funeral held at the home of the brother, Frank J. Sly in Delta at 2 pm on Wednesday.

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Smith, George W.

Rome Sentinel
June 20, 1918

Death of George W. Smith

Lee Center - June 20 - George W. Smith, aged 67, a well known and highly respected resident of this place, died at his home here at 5 o'clock this morning following a five year period of ill health. He was born in Trenton and was the son of the late John H. Smith and Martha Herbeck. When he wa nine years old he removed to a point between Point Rock and Taberg, where he resided until last fall, when failing health caused him to give up farm work. In 1885 in Lee he was married to Miss Melissa Shaver, who survives. He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Marion E. Bushnell of Lee Center and three brothers, D. C., Frank H. and Jerome B. Smith, all of Rome. He was a farmer by occupation and was very successful in that line of work. He was a quiet and unassuming man and he had many friends who will regret to learn of his death.

Smith, Martha Harbridge

Rome Sentinel
February 22, 1895

Mrs. Martha Smith, widow of John h. Smith, and mother of Supervisor D. C. Smith, died at the Smith homestead between West Branch and Point Rock, at 12:30 am Saturday, aged 66 years, 9 months, and 12 days. Her health had been poor for several years. Three weeks ago she began to decline and on Sunday was taken with the grip, which caused her death. Mrs. Smith's maiden name was Harbridge. She was born at Frankfort, Herkimer county, but about 30 years ago removed to the farm where she afterward resided and where her death occurred. She was one of the oldest residents of the neighborhood where she lived and was held in high esteem by all who knew her. Those who knew her best will long treasure her memory. Her husband died 21 years ago. She leaves five sons and five daughters: Supervisor D. C. Smith,George and Jay W. of Lee, Frank H. and Jerome of Rome, Mrs. Daniel Tulloh and Mrs. David Tulloh of Rome, Mrs. W.S.Bushnell of Ellisburg, Mrs.Frank Patrick of Ames, Iowa, and Miss Gertrude Smith of Lee; also one brother, John Harbridge of Trenton.

Smith, Mary E.

Roman Citizen
February 16, 1877

SMITH - At her home in Delta, Thursday, Feb. 8, Mrs. Mary E. Smith.

Smith, Melissa Shaver

Rome Sentinel July 23, 1936

Mrs. Melissa M. Smith, 83, died late yesterday afternoon at the home of her niece, Mrs. Clarence Dingman, 713 W.Bloomfield St. She had been ill only 10 days. She was born in the town of Lee on August 28, 1852, daughter of the late Jacob and Susanna Lindsley Shaver. On Sept. 16, 1885, she became the bride of George W. Smith, who died in 1918. Mrs. Smith moved from Lee about 15 years ago and made her home alternately with Mrs. Dingman and her nephews, George Shaver, R. D. 2, Vernon, and Otis Shaver, 716 Kent St., this city. She attended Calvery M. E. Church here. Mrs. Dingman and the two nephews are the only survivors.

Snyder, Mrs. John I.

Roman Citizen
February 1, 1884

SNYDER - Mrs. John I. Snyder, of Lee Center, New York, was buried January 26, 1884. The funeral took place from her late residence. Her age was nealy 80. She leaves several children and others to mourn her demise. Her son, William, who lives near Stokes, was the only relative present on the occasion. Rev. J.W. Simpson preached the funeral sermon. The house was crowded with neighbors and friends who had come together to show their respect to the memory of the deceased, and to sympathize with the relatives and friends who mourn her loss.

Snyder, Lydia

Rome Sentinel
June 10, 1930

West Branch - Mrs. Lydia Snyder, widow of William L. Snyder, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mary Brown, on Monday evening at 7 o'clock. Mrs. Snyder has been in failing health for the past year but was confined to her bed only one week. She was born in the town of Lee Jan. 3, 1837, the daughter of the late Lyman and Cynthia Sexton, and always resided at the Sexton homestead until seven years ago when she came to the home of her daughter, where she has been tenderly cared for until her death. Surviving besides her daughter is a son, Nathan Snyder, who has assisted in her care during the past six months, five grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren.

Somers, Charles F.

Rome Sentinel
November 22, 1940

Charles F. Somers, 86, a native of Lee Center and resident of Rome about 25 years, died at Rome Hospital yesterday. He had been ill four weeks. Mr. Somers was the son of the late Thomas and Sally Shaver Somers. he oeprated a farm until he moved to Rome about 25 years ago. For years he aws employed by the Rome Wire Company before his retirement. He was a membe rof Calvary Methodist Church. Mr. Somers married twice. His first wife, the former Belle Wilkinson, Lee Center, died in 1909. he then married the former Kate Long, Waterville, who passed away in 1931. Surviving are a duaghter, Mrs. E. Luther Evans, Seneca Falls, a granddaugter, three nephews and a niece.

Somers, Sarah Shaver

Rome Sentinel
Jan. 12, 1888
Lee Centre Notes:

Mrs. Sarah Somers died yesterday afternoon. The funeral will occur from the M. E.Church on Saturday.

Somers, Thomas

Rome Sentinel
March 14, 1871

Mr. Thomas Somers, also an old resident, died early this morning, after an illness of several weeks. He was the father of a large and respectable family and, as far as I know, had not an enemy. he was a sober, industrious and good citizen, and leaves a wife and large family of children, and a large circle of relatives and friends who sympathize with the afflicted.

Spinnings, Mrs. Edwin

Rome Sentinel
August 15, 1871

Lee Center notes - Mr. Edwin Spinnings, proprietor of Spinnings Cheese Factory, lost his wife last Sunday night. She was enjoying her usual health on Saturday, but in the night she was taken with pains in the teeth or face, and grew worse. Several physicians saw her Sunday. Disease had reached her brain and Sunday night she died. Mr. Spinnings is a young man just in the prime of life, had lost one wife before and had only been married to this woman a year or two. He is respected by all who know him, and of course will have the heartfelt sympathy of the whole community. He lives in the immediate vicinity of Fishe Creek school house.

Stedman, Amelia

Rome Citizen
July 11, 1873
Lee Centre:

Wednesday, July 2d, Amelia Steadman, aged 17, who was living at the house of James M. Eames, between 7 and 8 o'clock in the evening, after arranging all she could over night for breakfast, went to fish in the sawmill pond, as she had done before. She did not come in that night, and the folks thought she must have gone home to her father's, only a short distance off. Next day, finding she had not been home, they commenced a search. They found a fish-pole sticking out of the water about 18 feet from shore, at an angle of 45 degrees. Drawing the pole gently they hauled in the body of the girl, which had been there in six feet of water since probably about 8 o;clock the night before. She was stiff in the position she last sank, with her arms before her, in an imploring attitude. The news of this sad accident came to her father, Geo. W. Steadman, and family, like a clap of thunder. Amelia was a perfect pattern of industry, respected by all who knew her, sang in the choir and was a member of the Methodist church in this place. Her robe for the fourth this year was the habiliments of the grave, and the jollifications of the family (if they intended any) are preparations for Amelia's funeral. There are but few girls but what more could be said against than can be said against her. The family have the sympathies of the entire community. Where she stood fishing, the bank was sloping some three or four feet to the water. There was earth to stand upon and shelving slate under, and after getting into the water it was perpendicular or shelving. A coroner's inquest was held, but nothing was brought to light to show but what it was an accident. The funeral was attended Saturday at one o'clock, sermon by Rev. S. M. Fisk. I saw Rev. Simson here from Taberg, also Rev. R. Flint from Rome. She would have been an ornament to society if she had lived.

Stedman, David

Rome Sentinel
September 13, 1881
Lee Center Notes:

Mr. David Stedman, a former resident of this town, died at his residence in Turin, Lewis county, Sept. 7, aged 74 years, 8 months. He had resided in Turin about forty years and had been engaged in the cabinet business. He was the oldest of a family of ten children, eight of whom are now living. G. W. Stedman, Mrs. Nancy Harrington, and Mrs. Wm. Dingman still residing in this town.

Stedman, George W.

Rome Sentinel
April 18, 1891

Lee Centre: George W. Stedman, a life-long resident, and much respected citizen of this town, died at his home near this village at 3 am to-day, with psoriasis diffusa, aged sixty-nine years, eight months and twenty-six days. The deceased was born July 23, 1922, in the town of Western, this county. His father, Hazard Stedman, of Connecticut, and mother, Elizabeth, of the eastern part of this state, were early settlers in that locality. He was of a family of ten children, five sons and five daughters, of whom Oliver S. of Annsville, John of Wisconsin, Henry of Minnesota, Mrs. Sarah Bliss of Salisbury, Mrs. Eliza Brown of Oneida and Mrs. James Dingman of Stokes survive. At the age of two years, he, with his parents came to this town and here he resided until his death. On October 19, 1852, he married Miss Lydia J. Perry of Lee who died March 10, 1871. By her he had seven children: Azer, who died at the age of eight months, Amelia, who was drowned July 3, 1873, aged 18 years, R. Willett and Hattie, who now resides at Lee Centre. Mrs. Francis M. Teeple of Baltimore, Md, and Charles E. and May E. of Rome. August 29, 1971, he married Miss Abigail Yonkers of Manheim, Fulton county, with whom he lived at his death. He had been in feeble health for about two years and was finally attacked by one of the most terrible disease that afflict the human family. His sufferings for two months before his death were beyond description. He had for amy years been an active member of the M. E. Church. He was a kind and indulgent parent and a good citizen. His funeral will be held at his late residence on Tuesday, April 21, at 11 o'clock am. Rev. J. W. Simpson of New York Mills will officiate. The remains will be interred in the Lee Corners cemetery.

Stedman, Hazard

Rome Sentinel
March 22, 1864

STEDMAN: In Lee, March 18, Hazard Stedman aged 87 yrs 11 mos 15 dys. Mr. Stedman was one of the oldest residents in town, having moved there from Montgomery Co. over forty years ago, since which time he has been a resident of the same neighborhood, where he leaves a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn his loss.

Stedman, Lucy Kenyon

Rome Sentinel
November 2, 1901

The death of Mrs. Lucy, wife of Willett Stedman, occurred a her home in West Lee about 5 am today. She was born at Brookfield in the town of Lee, about a half mile from where her death occurred, and was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Kenyon. Her health had always been of the best until about two years ago when she had a severe attack of pneumonia. Since that time she had been in failing health. The direct cause of death was nervous prostration combined with a complication of diseases. She is survived by her husband, her mother, Mr. Hugh Kenyon, and a brother, Bloomfield Kenyon, the two latter living at New York Mills. Mrs. Seymour Ward of this city was a cousin of the deceased.

Stedman, R. Willett

Rome Sentinel
March 13, 1905

R. Willett Stedman, who had been ill for several months of a complication of diseases, died at his home here at 8 pm on Saturday. He was born in the town of Lee in 1854, a son of the late George W. Stedman and he had always lived in this town. He received his education in the Lee Center union free school and for several winters he successfully taught the district schools in this vicinity. In 1889 he married Miss Lucy Kenyon, daughter of Hugh Kenyon of the town of Annsville, and they moved on a farm in Frenchtown, in the town of Lee, where they lived for several years. Later he purchased the Spinning property, three miles west of Lee Center. Mr. Stedman was formerly a Democrat, but for a number of years he had been a Republican, and was very active in that party's politics. For a number of years he was a justice of the peace, retiring about four years ago. Mr. Stedman enjoyed the confidence and esteem of all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance, and through his own efforts he made a success in life. He was a member of the Patrons of Husbandry and was active in church and Sunday school work. In the summer of 1900 he became a member of Lee Center Council, Royal Arcanum, and since then had filled the chairs of orator, chaplain, vice-regent and regent. At the time of his death he was sitting past regent and representative to the grand council of the state of New York. Nearly four years ago Mr. Stedman moved on to the old homestead where he was born and there is where he spent his last days. His wife died in November, 1901, and in June 1903 he married Miss Sarah Fairchilds of Fairfield, NY who survives. Besides his wife, Mr. Stedman is survived by one brother and three sisters, Charles E. Stedman of Rome, Mrs. Francis Teeple of Baltimore, Md, and Mrs. Hattie L. York of Lee Center. The funeral will be held at the house at noon Wednesday and at the church at Lee Center at 1 o'clock. Rev. Evan V. Evans will officiate. The interment will be made in Evergreen Cemetery.

Stevens, Margaret

Rome Sentinel
January 16, 1892

Mrs. Margaret Stevens, relict of the late Frederick Stevens of Conrod, died yesterday morning at the home of her son, Fred Stevens of the same place. She was born in Claabourg, Alsace, Germany, 80 years ago, and came to this country with her husband about forty-five years ago. Besides the son named she leaves one daughter, Mrs. Margaret White, of this city. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 11 o’clock at the residence of her son.

Stokes, Eliza

Roman Citizen
December 8, 1891

Lee Center Notes - Mrs. Eliza Stokes, an old and respected resident of our village, died at her residence on the 6th. inst., age 82 years.

STREUN, John F.

Rome Sentinel
September 9, 1890

Lee - John Streun, an old and respected citizen of this town, who died on Friday evening at 8 o'clock, was a native of Canton Bern, Switzerland, whence he emigrated in 1850, and located in Lee Centre. He worked at his trade, that of a cooper for about five years; then he bought a farm a few miles north of Lee Centre and has lived there ever since. He was 62 years old and by hard work and strict attention to his business, he accummulated a good deal of property. He was an honest and upright citizen, a kind husband and father. He was well known throughout this section. He was a man of good judgement and much influence. His opinion was often sought by his aquaintances. Politically he was always a Democrat. In his death the town loses a very honest, industrious, and influential citizen. He was the father of twelve children, nine of whom, besides his wife, are living as follows: Mrs. Charles Meyers, Mrs. E. Pritchard, Mrs. S. Krebs Jr., Mrs. Rudolph Jenne, John, George, Frank, Clara and Belle, all residing in or near Lee Centre. The funeral was held yesterday at 2 p.m. in the Union Church. The attendance was large. Rev. Dr. Ballou of Utica officiated, assisted by H. Merrill of Canton University. The text was: "I shall be satisfied when I awake with thy likeness".

STREUN, Rosina

Rome Sentinel
April 23, 1891

Lee Centre, April 23- Mrs. Rose Streun, widow of John Streun, died at 5 p.m. yesterday of pneumonia, aged 51 years. She was born in Switzerland and came to this country when quite young. She leaves eight children: Mrs. Samuel Krebs, Mrs. Ada Pritchard, Mrs. Charles Meyer, Mrs. Rudolph Jenny, John, George, Carrie and Belle, all of Lee. The funeral will be held at the family residence on Saturday at 1 p.m. The remains will be interred in the Lee Corners cemetery. Rev. Daniel Ballou of Utica will officiate.

Swancott, Lillian M.

Rome Sentinel

Rome - Mrs. E. F. Swancott, Lee Center, died late Friday afternoon at the Rome Hospital following an attack of pneumonia. She was born at Lee Center 40 years ago and was married 18 years ago to Mr. Swancott, who is a prominent lumber dealer. She leaves her husband and two daughters.

June 27, 1933

Lee Center, June 27, 1933 - Funeral services of Mrs. Lillian M., wife of Edward F. Swancott, were very largely attended from her late home Monday afternoon, 22 years from the date of her wedding. Rev. C. L. Martin, local pastor, conducted the funeral rites. Acting as bearers were George Sixberry of Durhamville, Edward S. Swancott, Louis Bartlett, Walter Barnard, Grover C. Flint, and Fred Cummings of Lee Center.

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Sweatman, Nancy

Rome Sentinel
March 17, 1905

Lee Center, March 17 - Mrs. Nancy Sweatman, wife of Timothy Sweatman died at 10:30 am here today, aged 64 years. She had been ill about three months with a complication of diseases. She had been a resident of the town of Lee all her life and had lived in this village four years. She was a member of the M. E. Church and was very active in the work of the church. All who knew her held her in high esteem. Besides her husband, seven children survive: Zenas S. of Fultonville, Mrs. Lyon of Philadelphia, Mrs. Frank Grimm of Rome, William Sweatman of Lee Center, Mrs. Belle Dietrich of Idaho, Roscoe and Chars. Sweatman of Belmont, NH.

Sweatman, Timothy A.

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Timothy A. Sweatman, Native of Lee died in Rome at an advanced age

Timothy A. Sweatman in his 84th year, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Frank J. Grimm, 411 W. Bloomfield Street at 4:50 o'clock yesterday am. He had been in failing health for the past year and had been confined to his bed for the past four weks. His death was caused by a general wearing out of the system. Mr. Sweatman was the youngest and the last of a family of nine children and he was born in the town of Lee 84 years ago next November. His father was one of the early settlers of Lee, coming from Massachusetts. The deceased was a harness maker by trade and the greater part of his life was spent in Lee with the exception of four years spent in Illinios. In 1857 he was married to Miss Nancy M. Dickerson of Lee. Mrs. Sweatman died in Lee nine years ago and shortly after the death of his wife Mr. Sweatman came to this city and since that time had made his home with his daughter. Eight children were born to Mr. & Mrs. Sweatman, six of whom are living, They are: Mrs. Grimm, Mrs.John Lyons of San Diego, CA, G. W. Sweatman of Blossvale, Zenas Sweatman of Fonda, Roscoe C. Sweatman of Providence, RI and Charles E. Sweatman of Lacona, NH. There are also 20 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Sweatman was a member of the First M. E. Church. He was an honest and upright man and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.