Obituaries
Rob Yates
March 8, 2020
KE 1187
Class of 1987
ARKPORT, NY / MILLBURY, Ohio - Robert A. "Rob" Yates, of 1447 Vine St., Millbury, Ohio, formerly of Arkport, NY, died Sunday morning (March 8, 2020) at St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio, following a brief illness.
Born in Hornell on April 10, 1964, he was the son of Gilbert "Gil" and Diane (Nitsche) Yates.
Rob grew up in Arkport and was a graduate of Arkport Central School (class of 1982). He later graduated from Alfred University with a Bachelor's Degree in Ceramic Engineering.
He moved to Glassport, Pa. in 1990 where he was employed at Guardian Industries. He briefly lived in McKeesport, Pa., still working at Guardian Industries.
On May 14, 1994, he was married to the former Rose Nagy. Rob and Rose moved to White Oak, Pa. where he was employed at World Kitchens, a company that manufactured Pyrex Dishes. In 2015 they moved to Ohio where Rob worked as a Furnace & Batch Engineer for Johns Manville Company.
While living in Arkport, Rob was a communicant of St. Ann's Church. He later belonged to St. Angela Church of White Oak, Pa.
Rob enjoyed rooting for the Pittsburgh Steelers and also enjoyed fishing at his sister's pond (trying to catch a pike) along with river and stream fishing. He loved attending family functions such as family reunions and "Pond Parties" and weddings, always making an effort to attend no matter where he happened to be living at the time. His laugh was contagious and would usually make everyone in the room join in with laughter!
He loved playing chess with his son, Robbie; playing cards (especially euchre) with his family; and pitching horseshoes at family picnics. Rob had a deep affection for his pets and love feeding birds and listening to them chirp. He also enjoyed gardening - raising tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers.
Rob was a true family man whose greatest joy was simply spending time with his wife, Rose, and attending his son, Robbie and daughter Melissa's functions, such as concerts and Boy Scouts. They were truly his "PRIDE AND JOY".
He was preceded in death by his mother, Diane Yates, who died in 2008; his brother, Gary Yates, who died in 1979; and his brother-in-law, Jim Perry.
Surviving are his wife, Rose Yates of Millbury, Ohio; his son, Robert "Robbie" (Cara Mazurek) Yates of Millbury, Ohio; his daughter, Melissa Yates of Millbury, Ohio; his father, Gilbert "Gil" Yates of Arkport; four sisters, Sharon (Willy) Meinking of Almond, Mindy Perry of Hartsville, Brenda (Randy) Abrams of Bath and Cyndi (Ron) Gula of Ellicott City, MD; two brothers, Daniel (Terry) Yates of Batavia, NY and Michael (Shari) Yates of North Tonawanda, NY; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family of Robert A. "Rob" Yates will receive friends on Friday from 4–7 p.m. at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Ann's Church with burial in Fremont Cemetery, Fremont, NY.
March 8, 2020
KE 1187
Class of 1987
ARKPORT, NY / MILLBURY, Ohio - Robert A. "Rob" Yates, of 1447 Vine St., Millbury, Ohio, formerly of Arkport, NY, died Sunday morning (March 8, 2020) at St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio, following a brief illness.
Born in Hornell on April 10, 1964, he was the son of Gilbert "Gil" and Diane (Nitsche) Yates.
Rob grew up in Arkport and was a graduate of Arkport Central School (class of 1982). He later graduated from Alfred University with a Bachelor's Degree in Ceramic Engineering.
He moved to Glassport, Pa. in 1990 where he was employed at Guardian Industries. He briefly lived in McKeesport, Pa., still working at Guardian Industries.
On May 14, 1994, he was married to the former Rose Nagy. Rob and Rose moved to White Oak, Pa. where he was employed at World Kitchens, a company that manufactured Pyrex Dishes. In 2015 they moved to Ohio where Rob worked as a Furnace & Batch Engineer for Johns Manville Company.
While living in Arkport, Rob was a communicant of St. Ann's Church. He later belonged to St. Angela Church of White Oak, Pa.
Rob enjoyed rooting for the Pittsburgh Steelers and also enjoyed fishing at his sister's pond (trying to catch a pike) along with river and stream fishing. He loved attending family functions such as family reunions and "Pond Parties" and weddings, always making an effort to attend no matter where he happened to be living at the time. His laugh was contagious and would usually make everyone in the room join in with laughter!
He loved playing chess with his son, Robbie; playing cards (especially euchre) with his family; and pitching horseshoes at family picnics. Rob had a deep affection for his pets and love feeding birds and listening to them chirp. He also enjoyed gardening - raising tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers.
Rob was a true family man whose greatest joy was simply spending time with his wife, Rose, and attending his son, Robbie and daughter Melissa's functions, such as concerts and Boy Scouts. They were truly his "PRIDE AND JOY".
He was preceded in death by his mother, Diane Yates, who died in 2008; his brother, Gary Yates, who died in 1979; and his brother-in-law, Jim Perry.
Surviving are his wife, Rose Yates of Millbury, Ohio; his son, Robert "Robbie" (Cara Mazurek) Yates of Millbury, Ohio; his daughter, Melissa Yates of Millbury, Ohio; his father, Gilbert "Gil" Yates of Arkport; four sisters, Sharon (Willy) Meinking of Almond, Mindy Perry of Hartsville, Brenda (Randy) Abrams of Bath and Cyndi (Ron) Gula of Ellicott City, MD; two brothers, Daniel (Terry) Yates of Batavia, NY and Michael (Shari) Yates of North Tonawanda, NY; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family of Robert A. "Rob" Yates will receive friends on Friday from 4–7 p.m. at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Ann's Church with burial in Fremont Cemetery, Fremont, NY.
Bruce (BooBoo)L. Clark
September 7, 2019
KE1104
Class of 1983
Bruce Livingston Clark, 58 of Avon beloved husband of Marianne (Landers) Clark, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2019, after a two-month courageous battle with HLH, a rare and fatal immune system disorder. Born in Hartford son of David and Janet (Butler) Clark of the Duncaster Retirement Community in Bloomfield, he was raised in West Hartford and lived in Avon since 1992. Bruce attended Renbrook School since the third grade, graduated from the Loomis Chaffee School, and received his BA from Alfred University where he was a champion lacrosse player. A natural athlete Bruce played football and loved wrestling, golf, boating, swimming, downhill skiing, and target shooting, all of which he excelled. When it was time for Bruce to earn a living, he showed great proficiency in cabinet making and the administrative skills he learned at Alfred. He started with a carpenter crew installing cabinets for Village Cabinets in Bristol and became a cabinet designer. Bruce and his father started the Belmont Corporation which manufactured and installed custom cabinetry under the name Village Cabinets in Bristol. He earned a reputation for being a great kitchen designer and top-quality manufacturer as well as an honest businessman as CEO of the Belmont Corporation. At one-point Belmont was one of the largest custom cabinet manufacturers in New England employing over seventy people and has been a family owned business for over 50 years. Bruce will be sorely missed in the builder's supply business. There was no doubt as to the identity of Bruce's favorite avocation- sailing and power boating. He was happy anywhere there was water enough to float a boat, especially if it was in the vicinity of Old Kelsey Point in Westbrook where he spent summers. However, spending time with his family was what he enjoyed most of all. Besides his parents and wife Marianne of 30 years, he leaves his sons Dr. James Thomas Leathem and his wife Dr. Doreen Ng and Dr. Jarrett Michael Leathem and his wife Dr. Ashlee Leathem all of Gilbert AZ; his daughter Samantha Gammie and her husband Judd of West Hartford; three grandchildren Jairico Jarrett Leathem and Jaitter Joseph Leathem, born the day after Bruce died and Jakobe Zenith Bosse Leathem ; a sister Lauren Hutton and her husband Peter of Ipswich, MA; a niece Julia Hutton; his mother-in-law Mary Rose Hurley Landers of Springfield, MA; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. His family will receive friends Friday, September 20, 2019, from 4-8 PM at the Carmon Funeral Home & Family Center, 301 Country Club Road, Avon. All are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, September 21, 2019, at 10 AM directly at the Church of Saint Ann, 289 Arch Road, Avon. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. Contributions may be made to HLH Research c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Att: Contribution Services, 10 Brookline Place West, Sixth FL, Brookline, MA 02445. For directions or condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.Published in The Hartford Courant on Sep. 15, 2019.
September 7, 2019
KE1104
Class of 1983
Bruce Livingston Clark, 58 of Avon beloved husband of Marianne (Landers) Clark, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2019, after a two-month courageous battle with HLH, a rare and fatal immune system disorder. Born in Hartford son of David and Janet (Butler) Clark of the Duncaster Retirement Community in Bloomfield, he was raised in West Hartford and lived in Avon since 1992. Bruce attended Renbrook School since the third grade, graduated from the Loomis Chaffee School, and received his BA from Alfred University where he was a champion lacrosse player. A natural athlete Bruce played football and loved wrestling, golf, boating, swimming, downhill skiing, and target shooting, all of which he excelled. When it was time for Bruce to earn a living, he showed great proficiency in cabinet making and the administrative skills he learned at Alfred. He started with a carpenter crew installing cabinets for Village Cabinets in Bristol and became a cabinet designer. Bruce and his father started the Belmont Corporation which manufactured and installed custom cabinetry under the name Village Cabinets in Bristol. He earned a reputation for being a great kitchen designer and top-quality manufacturer as well as an honest businessman as CEO of the Belmont Corporation. At one-point Belmont was one of the largest custom cabinet manufacturers in New England employing over seventy people and has been a family owned business for over 50 years. Bruce will be sorely missed in the builder's supply business. There was no doubt as to the identity of Bruce's favorite avocation- sailing and power boating. He was happy anywhere there was water enough to float a boat, especially if it was in the vicinity of Old Kelsey Point in Westbrook where he spent summers. However, spending time with his family was what he enjoyed most of all. Besides his parents and wife Marianne of 30 years, he leaves his sons Dr. James Thomas Leathem and his wife Dr. Doreen Ng and Dr. Jarrett Michael Leathem and his wife Dr. Ashlee Leathem all of Gilbert AZ; his daughter Samantha Gammie and her husband Judd of West Hartford; three grandchildren Jairico Jarrett Leathem and Jaitter Joseph Leathem, born the day after Bruce died and Jakobe Zenith Bosse Leathem ; a sister Lauren Hutton and her husband Peter of Ipswich, MA; a niece Julia Hutton; his mother-in-law Mary Rose Hurley Landers of Springfield, MA; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. His family will receive friends Friday, September 20, 2019, from 4-8 PM at the Carmon Funeral Home & Family Center, 301 Country Club Road, Avon. All are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, September 21, 2019, at 10 AM directly at the Church of Saint Ann, 289 Arch Road, Avon. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. Contributions may be made to HLH Research c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Att: Contribution Services, 10 Brookline Place West, Sixth FL, Brookline, MA 02445. For directions or condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.Published in The Hartford Courant on Sep. 15, 2019.
William G. Somerville
August 11, 2007
KE 709
Class of 1967
Birth31 Mar 1945
Utica, Oneida County, New York, USA
Death11 Aug 2007 (aged 62)
Oswego, Oswego County, New York, USA
William G. Somerville, 62, a resident of 384 Southwest Eight St., Oswego, passed away August 11, 2007 at his home surrounded by his family after a long battle with metastatic Melanoma.
Born in Utica, NY, he was the son of the late John and Kirstina (Johnson) Somerville.
He received his Bachelor’s Degree at Alfred University and his Master’s at Oswego State. While at Alfred University, he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity.
He taught at the Brighton Schools, teaching Science, Physics and Chemistry. Bill was a member of the Oswego Country Club and his hobbies included fishing, boating, golfing, photography and computer technology.
Surviving are his sister Dena (Neil) Redding of E. Syracuse; Aunt and Uncle, Lars (Hertha) Johnson of Valatie, NY; nephew David Redding of Brooklyn; niece, Susan Redding/Hobbs of San Diego,several cousins and many friends.
August 11, 2007
KE 709
Class of 1967
Birth31 Mar 1945
Utica, Oneida County, New York, USA
Death11 Aug 2007 (aged 62)
Oswego, Oswego County, New York, USA
William G. Somerville, 62, a resident of 384 Southwest Eight St., Oswego, passed away August 11, 2007 at his home surrounded by his family after a long battle with metastatic Melanoma.
Born in Utica, NY, he was the son of the late John and Kirstina (Johnson) Somerville.
He received his Bachelor’s Degree at Alfred University and his Master’s at Oswego State. While at Alfred University, he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity.
He taught at the Brighton Schools, teaching Science, Physics and Chemistry. Bill was a member of the Oswego Country Club and his hobbies included fishing, boating, golfing, photography and computer technology.
Surviving are his sister Dena (Neil) Redding of E. Syracuse; Aunt and Uncle, Lars (Hertha) Johnson of Valatie, NY; nephew David Redding of Brooklyn; niece, Susan Redding/Hobbs of San Diego,several cousins and many friends.
John S. Dudley
July 23, 2016
KE 626
Class of 1966
July 23, 2016
KE 626
Class of 1966
William "Bill" Cooper Levensalor
November 16, 2015
KE 701
Class of 1973
William "Bill" Cooper Levensalor, age 71, passed away at his home in Cumming, GA, surrounded by his family on November 16, 2015. He was born on August 26, 1944 in Springfield, MA to Kenneth and Elizabeth Levensalor. he spent his formative years in Cromwell, Ct. Bill joined the army in 1968 and was awarded the Bronze Star in Vietnam before his honorable discharge in 1969. Upon his return from the war, Bill returned to Alfred University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degeree and met his future fife. On December 4, 1971, he married Marueen Rita Swanick. After college, Bill worked in the industrial belting arena and eventually started Belt Corporation of America in 1985 in Cumming, GA. He devoted 30 years to building a reputable, state of the art manufacturing business. He was a respected member of the business community and a leader in the industrial belting world.
Bill coached his three sons in soccer over a spn of 25 years and was a co-founder of Forsyth County's first soccer association, The Forsyth Rowdies. He was also active in the Cumming=Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce serving on the Board of Directors. Bill also served on the Athletic Committee of Lakeview Academy in Gainesville, GA. Bill served on a Lanier Tech Business Advisory Board. He is currently a member of Rotary International.
He is survived by his beloved wife Mauree, sons, Randy of Boulder, Co. Adam and wife Stefanie of Norfolk, VA and Alex of Atlanta, GA. He has three grandaughters who he adored. His sister Martha Ann Field of Auburn, ME survives him.
November 16, 2015
KE 701
Class of 1973
William "Bill" Cooper Levensalor, age 71, passed away at his home in Cumming, GA, surrounded by his family on November 16, 2015. He was born on August 26, 1944 in Springfield, MA to Kenneth and Elizabeth Levensalor. he spent his formative years in Cromwell, Ct. Bill joined the army in 1968 and was awarded the Bronze Star in Vietnam before his honorable discharge in 1969. Upon his return from the war, Bill returned to Alfred University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degeree and met his future fife. On December 4, 1971, he married Marueen Rita Swanick. After college, Bill worked in the industrial belting arena and eventually started Belt Corporation of America in 1985 in Cumming, GA. He devoted 30 years to building a reputable, state of the art manufacturing business. He was a respected member of the business community and a leader in the industrial belting world.
Bill coached his three sons in soccer over a spn of 25 years and was a co-founder of Forsyth County's first soccer association, The Forsyth Rowdies. He was also active in the Cumming=Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce serving on the Board of Directors. Bill also served on the Athletic Committee of Lakeview Academy in Gainesville, GA. Bill served on a Lanier Tech Business Advisory Board. He is currently a member of Rotary International.
He is survived by his beloved wife Mauree, sons, Randy of Boulder, Co. Adam and wife Stefanie of Norfolk, VA and Alex of Atlanta, GA. He has three grandaughters who he adored. His sister Martha Ann Field of Auburn, ME survives him.
Eugene R. Burgess Sr.
January 7, 2014
KE 299
Class of 1946
He joined the Army Air Forces in 1941 and served as a navigator during World War II. After earning his Master's Degree, he returned to active duty with the Air Force in the Korean War, attaining the rank of captain. Returning from service, Burgess worked as a counselor with the Veterans Administration in Buffalo, then taught high school science and math. He went to Silver Creek Central School in 1956 beginning as a teacher, then becoming a guidance counselor. He was director of guidance when he retired in 1983. He also helped from the Northern Chautaugua Federal Credit Union for teachers and staff in the Silver Creek and Forestville schools in 1969, and served as treasurer from 1970 to 1983, an was on the Board of Directors for many years.
January 7, 2014
KE 299
Class of 1946
He joined the Army Air Forces in 1941 and served as a navigator during World War II. After earning his Master's Degree, he returned to active duty with the Air Force in the Korean War, attaining the rank of captain. Returning from service, Burgess worked as a counselor with the Veterans Administration in Buffalo, then taught high school science and math. He went to Silver Creek Central School in 1956 beginning as a teacher, then becoming a guidance counselor. He was director of guidance when he retired in 1983. He also helped from the Northern Chautaugua Federal Credit Union for teachers and staff in the Silver Creek and Forestville schools in 1969, and served as treasurer from 1970 to 1983, an was on the Board of Directors for many years.
Dave P. Geibel
December 8, 2013
KE 1026
Class of 1981
December 8, 2013
KE 1026
Class of 1981
Bob Hildebrandt
June 16, 2012
KE 495
Class of 1959
Ron Souser Jr
June 4, 2013
KE 815
Class of 1972
Alexander Griffith
October 20, 2012
KE 556
Class of 1962
Brian K. "Mike" Randle
March 11, 2010
Class of 1956
Brian K. Randle, 75, died March 11, 2010, a Tampa General Hospital, Tampa. He was born in Rome, NY, and was a seasonal resident of Vero Beach for 14 years, coming from Rome. He was an Army veteran, serving in the Korean War. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Audrey J. Randle of Vero Beach; Sons, Jeff Randle of Trumansburg, NY, Kevin Randle of Middletown, DE., Brian Randle, Jr. of West Leyden, NY, Bruce Randle of Lee Center, NY, and Neal Randle of Rome; and four grandchildren.
According to Art Young, Mike's death was the result of a heart attack following some very serious surgery in Tampa General Hospital. Erf Porter writes: "Mike was one of the really great guys. A fine, all around athlete, and a personality that, while fun loving, was sincere and supportive.
Kent Riegel KE 566
Charles Melquist
March 30, 2005
Class of 1974
Art Esposito
March, 2012
Class of 1974
Fran Stanton
December 18, 2007
Class of 1959
James R. Laskie
December 24, 2009
Class of 1956
James Laskie, 75 of Skaneateles passed away early December 24, 2009 after having dinner with his wife, Mary. James had a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Alfred University. His background in Science led him to a long-time career as manufacturer's representative selling carbon products. He was interested in politics, golf, economics, and the of a great conversationalist. He traveled extensively most of his career. In the months prior to his death his ailing health limited much of his travel and he worked our of his home office.
He left five children (Joy Marie Laskie Benosky, Elizabeth Ann Laskie Gonzalez, Gregory Roy Laskie, Kyle Arthur Lakie, and Martha Lynn Laskie), a wife (Mary Frances Arthur Laskie), a brother (Robert Laskie), one grandson (James Michael Gonzalez), and a niece (Kimberly Laskie).
Sam Iorio, KE
February 14,2010
Class of 1959
Guys & Gals, Today I received a call from Chris Iorio .. advising that our brother Sam Iorio passed away this morning.
Sam left a memo with his wishes for services after his death. It seems that Sam, in consideration for any friends that may be in Florida for the winter, that in case of his passing in the winter months, a memorial service shall be planned for April.
Chris will keep some of us informed of any plans. Our first thoughts are that Sam and Jan are once again united.
Please pass along this news to those not on the list above who would have known Sam and Jan.
Joe & Carole
SAMUEL E. IORIO, age 71. Beloved husband of the late Janet (nee Long); dear father of Christopher and Julie, brother of Josephine Fortu-nato and Beverly Hewitt, uncle and great uncle to many. A graduate of Alfred University, he retired as a regional director from U.S. Shoe's retail division in 1995. He then spent much of his time volunteering with the Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity, the North Ridgeville Community Care Food Bank, and St. John Westshore Hospital. To accomodate friends and family who are away for the winter, the memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 24th, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 6245 Columbia Rd., North Olmsted. Lunch will follow at a yet to be determined location. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity, 2110 West 110th St., Cleveland, Ohio 44102, or to North Ridgeville Community Care, 34015 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039. Arrangements by DOSTAL FUNERAL SERVICE. dostalfuneralservices.com Dale Smith, KE 454 February 16, 2010 Class of 1956 Dale passed away on Tuesday, Feburary 16, 2010 from Pneumonia related to his treatment for cancer. A celebration of his life will be held at a time to be announced. His wife Marge resides at 852 Williams Street, Emmaus, PA 18049. Home phone 610-965-2147, e-mail dmsmit@juno.com
Sent in by Dean Elliott 2/19/10 dono@pocketmail.com
John W. Temple Jr.
January 17, 2007
Class of 1954
Hudson, MA John W. Temple Jr.-78, of Hudson, MA, died Wednesday, January 17, 2007, at Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Claire (Dumas) Temple of Hudson. Born in Marlborough, MA, he was the son of the late John W. and Olive L. (Drew) Temple. He was born and raised in Marlborough, MA and was a graduate of Marlborough, H.S. class of 1946. He was a veteran of WWII serving in Korea and Fort Churchill, Canada for the U.S. Army after high school. He received the WWII Victory Medal and Occupational Medal of Korea. He received his bachelors degree in 1954 from Alfred University in Alfred, NY where he was a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. After college he moved to Hudson, MA in 1955 and resided their till his death. He retired from the former Eastern Drug Co.of Dedham, MA where he was the Executive V.P. of sales for 38 years. He was a member of the Marlborough Country Club for 40 years, a member of the Hudson V.F.W. Post 1027 from 1955 till his death, a member of the Masonic Lodge “United Brethren Lodge A.F. & A.M.” of Marlborough for 40 years and was a life member of the Hudson Lodge of Elks 959 for 50 years. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Marlborough. Besides his wife he is survived by his two daughters, Joanne Temple Fox and her husband Michael of Stow, MA and Jane Carlson and her husband Anthony Danzilio of Worcester, MA. He is also survived by his sister, Phyllis Wilcox of Manchester Center, VT, his four grandchildren, Nathan and Aaron Fox, Kristen and Kellyn Carlson and many nieces and nephews. A Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 2007 in Forestvale Cemetery, Broad Street, Hudson, MA. There are no calling hours. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of; Tighe-Hamilton Funeral Home, Inc. 50 Central Street, Hudson, MA 01749. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court Street, Boston, MA 02108
Kenneth G. Christie
March 4, 2007
Class of 1974
Kenneth G. Christie, 54, of Manlius, NY, died March 4, suddenly at home. Mr. Christie was a graduate of Jamesville-DeWitt High School and Alfred University. He was owner of Shean Equipment Co. of East Syracuse. He is sur-vived by his wife, Arlene; a daughter, Elisabeth; two sons, Adam (Becky) of Orlando, FL and Daniel of Fredericksburg, VA. His mother Dorothy Christie; and three sisters, Leslie A. Tomeny, Janet R. Christie and Martha C. Stanley and several nieces and nephews. Services will be 3 p.m. Thursday, March 8 in DeWitt Community Church, 3600 Erie Blvd. E., the family will greet friends following the service in the church parlor. Contributions, in lieu of flowers may be made to The American Diabetes Association, 356 N. Midler Ave., Syracuse, NY 13206. Fairchild & Meech DeWitt Chapel handling arrangements.
Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 3/6/2007.
Mark "Myron" L. Lane
July 22, 2012
Class of 1973
KE 811
Fidelis Care, the New York State Catholic Health Plan, announced the death of Mark L. Lane, president and CEO, who passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 22, following a brief illness. He was 60.
An experienced and innovative health care executive, Lane oversaw the development of Fidelis Care from its earliest days under the auspices of the Catholic Medical Center of Brooklyn and Queens in 1993. In 1996, he joined Fidelis Care on a full-time basis to lead the company’s expansion from its initial service area of 14 zip codes in Brooklyn to 59 of New York State’s 62 counties.
Today, Fidelis Care is the largest government-programs based health plan in the state, serving more than 780,000 members through an extensive network of over 51,000 providers. Fidelis Care is also a major employer in the state, with more than 1,600 employees based out of four regional and three satellite offices.
Under Lane’s leadership, Fidelis Care experienced rapid and sustained growth in membership, the addition and expansion of new programs and services, and success in the provision of quality care, which he considered to be a hallmark of Fidelis Care’s mission to serve and care for those most in need, with the highest levels of compassion, dignity, and respect: a tenet of the Catholic health care ministry.
Prior to joining Fidelis Care, Lane served as Chief Operating Officer of the Catholic Medical Center of Brooklyn and Queens, Inc., which subsequently merged into St. Vincent Catholic Medical Centers. He was also the chief operating officer at St. Peter’s Hospital, Albany, the largest acute care community hospital in northeastern New York.
Lane served as vice president of ambulatory services at the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, a leading academic health center in New Brunswick, N.J.
He earned a bachelor of arts degree in economics from Alfred University and masters’ degrees in business administration and public health from Columbia University.
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