Frederic "Fritz" N. Houtenbrink, 84, of Waterloo, N.Y., died Monday (August 13, 2018) at Geneva General Hospital, Geneva, NY. There will be no calling hours. A private graveside service will be at the convenience of the family at Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Varick, N.Y. The Celebration of Life will be 5 p.m. Friday (Aug. 17, 2018) at Warner VanRiper Post 435, American Legion, 7 E. Williams St., Waterloo, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Beverly's Animal Shelter, 50 E. River St., Waterloo, NY, 13165 or Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1 DiPronio Dr., Waterloo, NY, 13165. Fritz was born Feb. 8, 1934, in Freehold, N.J., the son of Ferdinand and Hilda H. Price Houtenbrink. He was a 1952 graduate of Waterloo High School. Fritz graduated from Hamilton College with a Bachelor's degree in History and Political Science. He was a US Army veteran serving his country from 1956 to 1958. Fritz returned from the service as a partner of Houtenbrink Flooring, eventually taking ownership in 1966 until 2014. He was a member of Warner VanRiper Post 435, American Legion. He is survived by his sons John (Brenda) Houtenbrink of Conesus, N.Y. and Jim (Wendy) Houtenbrink of Waterloo, N.Y.; daughter, Nancy (Paul) Iannopollo of Waterloo, N.Y.; grandchildren, Jason, Megan, Lauren, Chelsea, andAshley Houtenbrink; sister, Barbara (Ralph) Andreason of Tumwater, WA; many nieces and nephews; and special friend, Doris Gleason of Waterloo, N.Y. Fritz was predeceased by his wife, Judith Houtenbrink in 2016.

Carolus Fritz, 88, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2018, at Geneva General Hospital. Friends and family are invited to his graveside service, Saturday (August 18) at 11 a.m. in Grove Cemetery, Trumansburg. Carolus was born on April 6, 1930 in Indonesia, the son of the late Gerard A. and Geertruida (VanZwet) Fritz. He worked as an engineer at Gould's Pumps, ITT. He is survived by sisters Agnes, Norma and Jill and their children and grandchildren.

Joyce A. Wyffels, 70, passed away peacefully on Thurs. (Aug. 9, 2018) at the Geneva Living Center South. In honoring her wishes, there will be no calling hours or services. The burial will be at the convenience of the family. Joyce was born on Oct. 8, 1947 in Montour Falls and was a daughter of the late William H. and Elizabeth Jean (Simpson) Wyre. She worked for many years and retired from Geneva General Hospital. Joyce enjoyed Elvis, NASCAR and was an avid Buffalo Bills fan. She is survived by her sons Timothy R. Wyffels of Geneva and Charles (Debbie) Wyffels of Calif.; daughters Loretta (Russ) Nagle of Nevada and Marsha Hunt of Wyoming; brother, Chuck (Anne) Wyre of Fla.; grandchildren Kenneth (Kelli), Austin, Tristin, Jack and Taiden, Cassandra, Tyler, Kyle and Jayla; several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Joyce was predeceased by her brothers Robert Wyre, William E. Wyre; and granddaughter, Olivia Nagle; previous husband, Chuck Wyffels and life partner, Duane Bates.

Sandy L. (Steele) Travis, age 60, passed away at her home on Friday (August 10, 2018). Calling hours will be held at the Romulus Fire Department, 2010 Cayuga Street, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday (August 16, 2018). A Memorial Service, officiated by Pastor Rob Melgard of the Ovid Federated Church, will be held at the fire house at 11 a.m. on Friday (August 17, 2018). Kindly consider a donation in Sandy's memory to the Romulus Fire Department, PO Box 2, Romulus, NY 14841. Sandy was born on December 13, 1957 in Waterloo, the only daughter of the late James and Beverly (Foster) Steele. She was a 1976 graduate of Romulus High School and had worked at the Seneca County Sheriff's Department as a dispatcher before beginning a long career as a bus driver for the Romulus School District. As a bus driver for so many years, she built strong relationships with "her kids" and considered them as her own. She was an active member of the Romulus Fire Department, having nearly grown up in the building with her father, a former long-time chief. She was a member of the auxiliary, and was most recently captain of the fire police. Sandy surrounded herself with family, and extended family creating and fostering a close knit bond amongst all of them. Never one to hold back from her voicing her praise or opinion, her dynamic personality will be greatly missed by many. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Robert Travis; her daughter, Danielle (Maurice) Russ of Ovid; her son, Derek Morrell of Romulus; her grandsons Damar and Kenyan Russ and Dax Morrell; a brother, Robert (Donna) Steele of Geneva and their children Danny and Ciara; her stepchildren Carie (Gene) Harper, Kristen (Brian) George, Danielle Travis, Jamie and Aaron Stevens; and four step-grandchildren.

Camilo Rosa Robledo, 42, went to his eternal home in heaven on Saturday (July 21, 2018), in Lyons, NY. Family, friends, and others whose lives Camilo touched are invited to the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, 124 West Miller Street, Newark, NY 14513, on Saturday (August 18, 2018) from 2 to 4 p.m., to celebrate his life and the joy he brought to each one of us. In memory of Camilo, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to a charity of choice. He was born on Monday (November 17, 1975) in Sodus, N.Y., to his mother Barbara. Camilo lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; He was a talented construction worker, enjoyed fishing, and loved spending time with his children. Camilo never knew a stranger. His heart and infectious laugh attracted everyone around him. He had a captivating ability to reach people and connect with them in his own personal way. There was never a hesitation if someone needed his help. Above all, Camilo loved his family the most. "Family" to Camilo was not just blood; family also included his closest friends, as he considered them his own brothers and sisters. Camilo will be remembered by his mother, Barbara; brother and sister-in-law Jackson Sr. and Jennifer; his best friend and son, Alex; his daughter, Ilahna; two nieces Jaidyn and Justice; two nephews Jackson Jr. and Josiah - who all knew him as "Uncle C"; special friends Kerrie and Terrance; his Godmother, Maybel; and several beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. "Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again."

Gerald Burton Reed Jr. of East Ave. died Sunday (August 5, 2018). No services are planned. Burial will be in Newark Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Park Presbyterian Church. Jerry was born in Clifton Springs, March 9, 1953, son of Gerald and Dorothy Winans Reed Sr. He had various handyman jobs, including Newark Country Club in his earlier years, former member of Park Presbyterian Church. Survived by his father, Gerald Reed Sr.; sister, Denise Ann Case, of Newark; aunts, uncles, niece and nephew. Predeceased by his mother, Dorothy in 2002.

Robert Ochs, 73 of West Palm Beach Florida, formerly of Lyons, N.Y., passed away on Tuesday (August 7, 2018) at Wood Lake Health and Rehab Center in Florida. Friends and family may attend a mass at a later date to be determined in Clyde, N.Y. There will be no calling hours. Robert was born in Lyons, N.Y., on June 2, 1945, the son of the late Harry Ochs and Mary Delork. He had resided in Florida for many years and was retired from Indian Trails. Prior to retiring from Indian Trails Robert had worked for Borden's in Lyons N.Y. He enjoyed spending time fishing and dancing. Being out in nature was a great like of his. He is survived by his daughter, Deena (Steven) Boyer of Lyons, N.Y.; his son, Derrick Ochs of Romulus N.Y.; his son, Joshua Ochs of Romulus N.Y.; eight grandchildren Taylor (Michael) Bailey, Logan Boyer, Hunter Boyer, Madisyn Boyer, Mason Boyer, Gabriella Boyer, Isabel Ochs, and Dominick Ochs; his sister, Cheryl (Michael) Lower of Florida,; his brother, David Ochs of Clyde N.Y.; and his brother, Gary Ochs of Waterloo N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Robert was predeceased by one brother, Harry Ochs.

Margarida P. Mendes, age 88, of Dundee formerly of Danbury, Connecticut, passed away on Thursday (August 9, 2018) at The Homestead, in Penn Yan, N.Y. Friends are invited to calling hours from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 18) at the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee; where her funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. with Lay Pastor Lew Ann Giles officiating. Burial will be private in Hillside Cemetery, Dundee. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Dundee Fire Company Emergency Squad 12 Union St. Dundee, NY 14837. Margarida was born February 18, 1930 in Portugal, the daughter of the late Serafin and Maria Luz Pierra. She was forced to work in the potato fields as a young child to help support her family. On April 28, 1957 in Portugal she married Andre Lopes Mendes. Andre moved to the United States in 1961 to establish a new life for his wife and 3 year old son. They were reunited with him in Danbury, Conn. in April 1963. Margarida worked several different jobs though out her life; with longest time being for American Radionics; and retired from Ullman Devices of Ridgefield, Conn. in 1995. With their health declining, and the stairs harder to climb, they moved to Dundee, N.Y. in 2012 to live next door to their daughter. Andre passed away 7 short months later on June 28, 2013. Since then, she has enjoyed being close to family and vacationing with her daughter all along the East Coast and Florida. "The Survey Says" she loved coffee, Steve Harvey, Spanish Soap Operas, and sharing her meals with Ruger. She will be dearly missed by her son, Marcel L. (Donna) Mendes of Cocoa; Fla., her daughter, Cilinia M. (Baird R.) Booth of Dundee; three granddaughters Kayla M. Mendes of Fishkill, N.Y., Corrina M (Dustyn) Thompson of Dundee, Cara Lynne (Tyler Kelly) Booth of Newburgh, N.Y.; numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws; and her favorite "Fur Buddy" Ruger.

Stephen C. Mahan III, age 61, formerly of Geneva, passed away unexpectedly as a result of a motorcycle accident on Thursday, July 26, 2018, in Manlius, N.Y. Calling Hours will be Friday (August 17) from 5 to 7 p.m. and the Memorial Service will be Saturday (August 18) both will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 310 Montgomery Street, Syracuse, NY 13202. The 8 a.m. mass on Saturday (September 29, 2018) at St. Stephen's Church, 48 Pulteney Street, Geneva, NY 14456 will be dedicated to Stephen. In lieu of flowers a 529 College Savings Account has been established for Sadie. Contributions can be made by mailing a check payable to College America, memo: FBO Sadie Mahan to Mary Lynn Mahan or contact Mary Longstreet or Jean Shutter and they will assist you. Stephen was born August 1, 1956 in Geneva, N.Y., the son of Stephen C. Jr and Rosemarie "Riley" (Scranton) Mahan. He was a loving and devoted husband and father to his wife and children. He was an amazing source of inspiration, intellect and fun to everyone who knew him. Stephen lived life on his own terms and lived every day to the fullest. Yet he always remained humble and kind. He was a force to be reckoned with. He was an exceptional photographer and an incredible outdoor enthusiast. His photography has been displayed in several galleries as well as published in National Geographic Travel. As a renowned river guide, he lead expeditions down some of the world's greatest rivers, rivers throughout the U.S., British Columbia, Quebec, the Patagonia Region of Chile, China, Jamaica and Tibet. He pioneered the first decent down the Po Tsangpo River in Tibet, which runs through the deepest canyon in the world and was featured in National Geographic. He also spent many years guiding down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. He had just returned from a 14 day run though the Canyon with his daughters. Stephen was not only adventurous, but he was also a compassionate educator. He was the founding...

John F. "Jack" Kopsa, age 71, formerly of Lodi, passed away at Beechtree Center in Ithaca, where he had been a resident since 1997. A Memorial Service will be held at Covert Funeral Home in Ovid, at 4 p.m. on Wednesday (August 15, 2018). In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation in his memory to Beechtree Resident Activity Fund, 318 So. Albany Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 or Beverly Animal Shelter, 50 E. River Road, Waterloo, NY 13165. Jack was born in Seneca Falls on December 12, 1946, the eldest son of the late John H. and Margaret (Wilkins) Kopsa. He was a graduate of Interlaken High School, and had worked at Ithaca Gun, Morse Chain and prior to his illness, at Tompkins County Department of Social Services. He is survived by his son, John (Rachell) Kopsa of Lodi and their daughter, Kendra; his siblings Cathy (Sharon Peterson) Kopsa of Lodi and James Kopsa of Florida; a nephew, Eben Kopsa; and his cousin, Carolyn Martin of Ovid. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Kathy Kopsa.